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The School of Travel Industry Management (TIM) at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa strives to be the leading travel industry and tourism education and knowledge creation school in Hawaiʻi and the Asia-Pacific region.

Founded: 1966Location: Honolulu, Hawaiʻi Accreditation: Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA)

About TIM

Student Characteristics (Fall 2016)

Total enrollment: 385Resident: 65% Non-Resident (U.S.): 19%International: 16%

Source: M-anoa Institutional Research Office & Institutional Research & Analysis

Office - University of Hawai‘i System

School of Travel Industry Management

University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa 2560 Campus Road, George Hall 346

Honolulu, HI 96822

(808) 956-8946tim.hawaii.edu

timinfo@hawaii.edu

The University of Hawai‘i at M-anoa is an equal opportunity & affirmative action institution.

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The School of Travel Industry Management offers Certificate, Bachelor’s and Master’s options for post-secondary studies. Academic advisors are available to meet with students to discuss their interests and develop an academic plan suitable to their goals. For more information, visit tim.hawaii.edu/education. Certificate, Travel Industry Management Bachelor of Science, Travel Industry Management

Hospitality Emphasis

Tourism \ Transportation Emphasis

Bachelor of Science, Global Environmental Science*

Sustainable Tourism Track Master of Science, Travel Industry Management

Students may also receive certifications in Food Handling Club Management Revenue Management

Students interested in pursuing a Bachelor’s of Science in Travel Industry Management should plan to complete the following general education and major curriculum during their undergraduate studies, in addition to other general education, TIM core & emphasis classes:

Introduction to Financial Accounting (ACC 201)

Introduction to Managerial Accounting (ACC 202)

Calculus (BUS 250, NREM 203, MATH 203, 215, 241 or 251)

Tools for the Information Age (ICS 101)

Introduction to Microeconomics (ECON 130)

English Composition (ENG 100, 190, AMST 111 or ESL 100)

Food and World Cultures (TIM 102)

Introduction to Travel Industry Management (TIM 101)

Public Speaking (COMG 151 or 251)

Internship I (TIM 100)

Hawaiian or Second Language

Academics

*administered through the Global Environmental Science (GES) department at UH Mānoa.Please see, www.soest.hawaii.edu/oceanography/GES/sustainable_tourism.html and contact the GES department for more information.

TIM students are provided with additional enrichment and leadership opportunities to enhance their education through our student clubs. With numerous professional and social activities, students are able to build their future business network and establish connections prior to entering the workforce. And, with eight clubs available, there is something for everyone. For more information visit, tim.hawaii.edu/student-life

American Hotel and Lodging Association (AH&LA)Club Managers’ Association of America, University of

Hawaiʻi Chapter (CMAA)Eta Sigma Delta Honor Society (ESD)

Hospitality Sales and Marketing AssociationInternational Student Chapter (HSMAI)

Meeting Professionals International (MPI)

Pacific Asia Travel Association TIM Satellite Chapter(PATA)

Travel Industry Management Student Association(TIMSA)

Young Skål Club

Student Clubs

The School of Travel Industry Management accepts college students at all levels of study (freshmen, transfers, continuing UH Mānoa students, or graduate students) hoping to pursue a degree in hospitality, tourism or transportation management.

Admissions

Freshmen & Transfer Students • Meet UH Mānoa Admissions criteria • Select “Travel Industry Management” as

your program of study on the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa admissions application

• Submit official transcript (UH-system transfer students exempt) & standardized test scores (if applicable)

Continuing UH Mānoa Students • 2.0 cumulative GPA • Change of Major application • Resume • Personal Statement

UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

• 3.0 cumulative GPA (Undergraduate)

• GMAT score(s) (no minimum)

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae • Personal Statement • Three (3) Letters of Recommendation

(1 from former Professor)

• Completion of the following courses: microeconomics, introductory statistics, financial accounting

International Student Applicants• TOEFL score(s)

GRADUATE ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

For more information visit, tim.hawaii.edu/graduate

For more information visit, tim.hawaii.edu/undergraduate

To submit an application to the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa please visit apply.hawaii.edu

Additional Requirements for

International

Students (freshmen or non-U.S. post-secondary

institution transfers)

Continuing

UH Mānoa Undergraduate

Students

Graduate

Students

Fall

Spring

March 1

October 1

January 5

September 1

March 1

November 1

March 1

September 1

DEADLINES

Freshmen & Transfer

Students

The School of Travel Industry Management offers over $200k in scholarship and grant opportunities to qualified incoming and continuing TIM students every year. Students who wish to be considered for our merit-based scholarships may apply at www.star.hawaii.edu/scholarship. Scholarship applications are made available in mid-November with deadlines of mid-February. Additionally, TIM offers industry sponsored scholarships to qualified students. Please inquire with the TIM Student Services office for more information.

Scholarships

“With the guidance of the School of Travel Industry

Management, there are numerous opportunities

and resources available for students to utilize.

Unlike other majors, as a TIM student, your career

in the hospitality and tourism industry begins the

moment you start your post-secondary [studies],

guaranteeing a successful and experienced

individual upon graduation.”

L.J. TamayoWAIPAHU, HAWAIʻI

The School of Travel Industry Management requires undergraduate students to complete two, 400-hour internships for graduation.

Alumni mixers, employer on-campus recruitment, career fairs and networking dinners are offered annually to support students with their internship and career search. Additionally, our Internship & Career Development Director is available to assist students with resume & cover letter reviews, interview skill development, career exploration discussions, and more. Visit, tim.hawaii.edu/internships, for more information.

Internships & Career Services

TIM students have fulfilled their internshiprequirements, or entered the industry upongraduation in all sectors of the visitor industry (including but not limited to):

• Attractions & Venues• Travel agencies and Tour operators

• Parks & Recreation

• Research, Data & Consulting

• Non-profit organizations• Public Relations & Marketing• Government & Education

• Institutional Management

• Real Estate & Property Management

• Hotels & Resorts

• Timeshare

• Club Management• Restaurant Management

• Airlines & Airline Contract Services• Transportation, Shipping & Cruise Lines

• Convention & Exhibition Management• Event & Meeting Planning

• Spa Management

The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa provides numerous ways for students to study abroad through partnerships with Universities across the world, enriching their academic journey by exposing them to new cultures, experiences and locations.

TIM students have studied in (including but not limited to):

Hong Kong, China

Oxford, England

Seoul, South Korea

Seville, Spain

Tokyo, Japan

Valparaiso, Chile

Wellington, New Zealand

International Exchange

The School of Travel Industry Management provides TIM students with access to multiple facilities to advance their learning. The Sunset Reference Center, Leong Hop and Bernice C. Loui Computer Laboratory and Gee Technology Center offer access to the largest collection of tourism-related resource material in the state of Hawaiʻi, a multimedia classroom, computer lab, and a study/lounge area.

Facilities

Why TIMThe School of Travel Management prepares students to join one of the fastest growing economic sectors in the world and the leading industry in the state of Hawai‘i.

World-Wide:292 million jobs 9.6% of total employment

United States:14 million jobs 9.4% of total employment

Hawaiʻi: 190,000 jobs Largest source of private sector employment

Source: World Travel & Tourism Council and Hawai‘i

Lodging & Tourism Association