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Make The World Your Special Guest

Hospitality is an important part of our Cape Breton culture. At CBU, our Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management (BHTM) degree is a three-year program that combines tourism and hospitality, business education and the opportunity to augment a specialty area with elective courses. This blended approach to the program, in conjunction with two paid internships, prepares students for a position in this multifaceted industry.

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From event planning and management, to service training and hands-on learning, this program provides students with the opportunity to get up close and personal. Discover how small details make every guest feel special, and how unforgettable moments are brought to life every single day. Here, the skills you learn truly impact real lives and influence real experiences.

With results-oriented courses that explore destination marketing, international travel, and event management, it’s no wonder students from more than 70 countries come to Cape Breton Island to learn what they need to succeed in the hospitality industry. Careers in tourism, hotel management, food and beverage, and much more are easy to envision when you spend time living and learning in one of Canada’s most popular tourist destinations.

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TUITION AND FEES

SCHOLARSHIPS & BURSARIES

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMS

What is the tuition for this program?

These numbers are an estimate for planning purposes only. These numbers do not include lab or accommodation fees.

Residents of Nova Scotia: $4,525 per semester / $9,050 per year
Residents of Canada: $5,170 per semester / $10,340 per year
International Residents: $10,970 per semester / $21,940 per year
For a complete breakdown, visit Undergraduate Tuition and Fees.

Sample Courses and Resources

CBU COURSE CATALOGUE

Hospitality & Tourism Management Courses

SAMPLE COURSE SCHEDULE

BHTM (Year 1)

Why study at CBU?

What better place to gain real world, first-hand experience than a place where hospitality thrives? This incredibly unique place to study was named #8 of the top islands to visit in the world by Travel + Leisure Magazine. For some, it’s a dream vacation. To us, it’s simple and beautiful everyday life on Cape Breton Island.

With a warm, welcoming community to draw from, and international inspiration all around, you’ll see how a popular tourist destination uses natural resources to provide guests with an unforgettable experience. Plus, with students having the opportunity to work for employers throughout the island, you’ll leave with more practical experience than you could ever imagine.

At CBU, we also offer opportunities to participate in volunteer activities in addition to 2 paid internships. With our diverse culture, and friendly people, you can gain the critical skills you need for the future.

Accreditation

CBU’s Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management (BHTM) program has been designated as a SMART+ accredited program by Tourism HR Canada. Receiving this designation indicates that the BHTM program at CBU meets or exceeds the industry standard and demonstrates the best practices in program development and delivery, along with exceptional review, improvement and outcomes measurement.