CUET Tourism

The CUET Tourism (Subject Code: 316/Knowledge Tradition & Practices - Tourism focus) is a very important subject for students planning to do a Bachelor of Tourism and Travel Management (BTTM) or BBA in Travel and Tourism. For this year exam, the syllabus focuses on the practical and operational aspects of the global travel industry. Detailed understanding of this subject requires an understanding of how travel agencies function, the logistics of transport networks, and the economic impact of tourism on a global scale. The latest examination has almost 50 MCQs, out of which you must attempt 40 questions in 60 minutes. With a +5 / -1 marking scheme, accuracy in technical terms, like distinguishing between a Tour Operator and a Travel Agent, is very important for a high percentile.

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Unit No.Unit TitleKey Topics to Focus On
1Introduction to Travel BusinessEvolution of travel, organizational structure of Travel Agencies (TA) and Tour Operators (TO).
2Operations of Travel AgencyAgency origins, commission structures, and the role of travel agents in the 21st century.
3Transport NetworkLogistics of Air, Rail, Road, and Cruise liners; the concept of Mass Transportation.
4Itinerary PlanningComponents of an itinerary, types of itineraries, and practical planning steps.
5Tour PackagingClassifications of tour packages (Group Inclusive Tours vs. Tailor-Made Packages).
6Package Tour CostingFixed and variable costs, components of tour cost, and pricing strategies.
7Govt. & Professional BodiesRole of the Dept. of Tourism (DoT), schemes, and international bodies like IATA and TAAI.
8Global Distribution SystemUnderstanding GDS and CRS (Computerized Reservation Systems) and their uses.