The 2-Year Professional Study Program "Tourist Guide"

Program Description

The professional study program "Tourist Guide" is offered by Tourism Department in the Faculty of Business, "Aleksandër Moisiu" University of Durrës. This program has a duration of 2 academic years,with a total of 120 credits. and is conducted in the Albanian language..

The program is open to all candidates who have successfully completed the state matura or hold an equivalent high school diploma from a foreign country. Registration is not conditioned by the grade average; however, students with high results are particularly encouraged to apply.

The program aims to prepare professionals capable of leading and managing various tourism activities, with a focus on promoting the cultural, historical, and natural heritage of our country.

3 Key Points of the Bachelor's Program in Banking and Finance:

• Advanced Project Evaluation Students learn to analyze and evaluate investment projects using various advanced financial techniques.
• Informed Financial Decision-Making: The program provides in-depth knowledge of financial decision-making processes for individuals, businesses, and institutions.
• Effective Use of Financial Markets Prepares students to raise funds in money and capital markets, equipping them to handle the dynamics of the modern financial sector.

Why should you study in this program?

Tourism is one of the most important and growing sectors of the Albanian economy. This program offers you the opportunity to become part of a dynamic and in-demand industry.

• Specialized and Practical Skills:
  The program equips you with skills for planning and managing tours, interpreting historical, cultural, and natural sites, as well as developing customized tourist packages for different groups.

• Multiple Employment Opportunities:
  With a degree in this program, you can work as an independent tour guide, tour manager, guide in museums and natural parks, or at tourist information centers – positions that are always in demand in the job market.

• Flexible and Accessible Program:
  The program lasts only 2 academic years, is open to all high school graduates, and does not limit enrollment based on the average grade.

The main objectives of the program:

1. Skills in Research and Itinerary Planning
   Students learn to research different areas and create travel itineraries that meet the needs of visitors.

2. Leadership and Presentation Skills
   The professional training includes skills to lead tourist groups, present destinations, and interpret cultural, historical, and natural sites.

3. Skills in Management and Tour Development
   Students are equipped with competencies for the development and management of tourist tours, including itinerary planning, national and international packages, as well as event management in tourism.

Where can you get a job after completing your studies?

Graduates of this program have numerous employment opportunities in the tourism sector, which is one of the most important sectors of the country's economy. Some of the possible employment positions include:

• Independent tour guide (freelance).
• Guide in museums and historical sites.
• Service provider at tourist information centers.
• Tourist information center manager.
• Tour leader with travel companies/operators.
• Guide in archaeological and natural parks.
• Tour manager.
• Tour Manager.