Presentation
Why choose this programme
this programme builds managerial skills relevant to the hospitality sector, along with knowledge of digital transformation and sustainable tourism services. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of tourism, exploring its social, economic, cultural, anthropological, and environmental dimensions
you will acquire practical operational skills through a robust blend of theoretical lessons, hands-on workshops, interactions with industry professionals, and three internship periods—one in each year—at companies within the industry, facilitating a smooth transition into the job market. Collaboration with the Fondazione Scuola Italiana di Ospitalità (SIO), Cassa Depositi e Prestiti, and TH Resorts ensures direct business connections
the programme emphasises an international perspective. It is taught entirely in English, features courses in a second European language, and provides the chance to undertake an international internship in the third year
Overview
The programme trains professionals who are highly sought after in the hospitality sector, both in Italy and internationally. Taught entirely in English, it offers global training that combines advanced managerial skills with digital transformation and sustainability in tourism services. It goes beyond management: you will explore the complexity of tourism in all its aspects – social, economic, cultural, anthropological, and environmental – gaining a broad and strategic view of the sector.
The study plan is structured into three closely integrated areas:
- Managerial competencies: economic and financial management, human resources, organisation, management control and industry regulations
- Digital and technological competencies: property and inventory management, CRM, social media, big data and ICT applied to tourism
- Cultural and territorial competences: museology, history, geography and analysis of local contexts
The programme is developed through a partnership between academia and industry, with a strong focus on the labour market. It was established in collaboration with the Fondazione della Scuola Italiana di Ospitalità (SIO) and supported by TH Resorts and Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP). Thanks to the significant allocation of credits dedicated to internships, laboratories, and practical activities, the programme provides you with a solid professional profile, equipped with real-world experience and skills that can be applied all over the world.
Opinions
Programme coordinator
“If you want to work in the hospitality industry and believe in its values, while also aiming to invest in your future and develop managerial and digital skills, the Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Hospitality Innovation and e-Tourism is the ideal choice for you. You will also have the chance to undertake internships at leading organisations and learn from top professionals in the sector as part of a continuously evolving educational journey.”
International network, experience abroad and employment
Almost one third of the programme’s university credits are earned through three internships (one per academic year) in the hospitality industry, both in Italy and abroad. This will enable you to gain practical work experience and begin building your professional network.
The internships are structured to gradually increase your responsibilities: beginning with an operational role in the first year, progressing to supervision in the second, and culminating in assisting with management in the third year. Guided by a supervisor, you will learn through the internationally recognised learning-by-doing approach, typical of the top hospitality schools.
The alternation between classroom lessons and on-site experiences will help you reinforce your competencies. Internships are available either in Italy or abroad, depending on your language skills and the opportunities available.
After graduation
you will have the opportunity to work as a middle manager, undertaking operational and managerial roles across various sectors of the hospitality industry in Italy and abroad. Possible workplaces include hotels and their internal departments (such as marketing, ICT, food and beverage, guest relations, events, etc.), destination management organisations, and tourism-related public bodies
you will also have opportunities in managing tourism businesses, with expertise in financial management, marketing, human resources within hospitality, and digital skills. This encompasses big data analysis, managing sales channels for tourism services, OTAs (Online Travel Agencies), and digital marketing strategies across the web and social media
Where
Department of Environmental Sciences, Informatics and Statistics
Scientific Campus, Via Torino 155, 30170 Venezia Mestre (Italy)
Contacts
Scientific Campus
ADiSS - Scientific Campus
Via Torino 155 [ITA], Epsilon building (ground floor), 30170 Venezia Mestre (Italy)
Campus services: campus.scientifico@unive.it
External internships: stage.areascienze@unive.it
Information tutors: tutor.campus.scientifico@unive.it
Services for students and appointment reservation
Degree programme website (permalink): www.unive.it/degree/ctr9