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Tourism & Outdoor Recreation

Blaze your career path

The tourism industry in B.C. is on track to double by 2015. Growth at this rate, as well as anticipated increases globally, is generating demand for a well-educated workforce with diverse skill sets, creating exciting opportunities for Tourism and Outdoor Recreation graduates both locally and around the world. 

The Tourism and Outdoor Recreation programs at Capilano University give students the foundation needed to develop dynamic careers in the tourism and outdoor recreation industries. Recognized nationwide as a leader in tourism and outdoor recreation education, our programs emphasize leadership, sustainability, entrepreneurship and business management skills. In addition, students learn industry-specific skills and knowledge, including tourism policy and planning, risk management, environmental stewardship and a diverse range of outdoor recreation pursuits.

Tourism Management

• Bachelor of Tourism Management Degree  
• Tourism Management Co-op Diploma  
• Tourism Management for International Students Diploma  
• Tourism Marketing Citation  
• Tourism Operations Certificate  
• Destination Resort Management Co-op Diploma 
• Business in Tourism Certificate 

Outdoor Recreation

• Outdoor Recreation Management Diploma 
• Mountain Bike Operations Certificate  
• Professional Scuba Dive Instructor Certificate  
• Wilderness Leadership Certificate  
• Advanced Wilderness Leadership Certificate 

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