What is the scope of tourism and travel in Kerala?

manpreet Best Answer 2 years ago

Travel and tourism is an exciting sector. It has got immense scope and potential. Travel and tourism sector is not just limited to operating tours. Firms involved in this sector have to take care of the following aspects: Hospitality management Marketing Finance and account management Customer service management HR management Material resource management Travel and tour operations A typical travel and tourism firm employs various types of employees. Some of them are a receptionist, customer service agent, technical staff, drivers, helpers, etc. In order to manage their day to day operations and staff and material resources, travel and tourism firms need skilled managers. This is where travel and tourism managers come in handy.

manpreet 2 years ago

Diverse job opportunities are available in front of travel and tourism management professionals. The government, as well as private sector enterprises, are known to recruit them. Self-employment is another popular career path that professionals may go for. When it comes to Government sector, one may find a job at Tourism Boards (State as well as Central), Government Tourist information offices, Government run Hotels, Airlines, Transportation services etc. When it comes to the private sector, one may work for Travel agencies, Tour operators, Travel consultants, Airlines, Airports, Travel and ticketing websites, Visa and travel document service firms, Hotels, Resorts, Tourist information office, Cruise lines, etc. If one has entrepreneurship skills and access to a decent financial resource, one may start own travel agency, ticketing firm, tour agency, travel consultancy, tourist information service etc. Common job profiles available in front of travel and tourism professionals include- Travel Agency staff - Travel and Tourism Consultant - Travel Agent - Tour Operator - Ticketing Staff - Air Hostess - Airline Employee / Airport Staff - Entrepreneur - Tour Guide - Customer Service Manager - Event Manager - Tour Manager - Tourism Promoter/Marketer Salary Starting salary depends on numerous factors. Prominent ones include- profile of the employer, job profile and job location. Average starting salary is between 10-15K rupees per month. In case of a government job, the salary will be based on the pay band and scale.