Graduates Employability of Bachelor of Science in International Travel and Tourism Management from 2013 to 2016

A tourism program that aims to prepare students for major roles as effective promoters and caretakers of a country’s cultural and natural attractions to domestic and international communities would typically provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the tourism industry and the various factors that contribute to its success. This study determined the employability of Bachelor of Science In International Travel and Tourism Management graduates from 2013 to 2016. More specifically, it described the data and employment status of the graduates, assessed the work-related values to employment, and determined the school- related factors affecting graduate’s employment. Descriptive design was used with 606 graduates from 2013-2016 as respondents of the study. Based on the result, the majority, or 94.72 percent, are gainfully employed in jobs which are related to restaurant service, hotels and lodging, and the airline industry. They are working abroad in a professional position wherein communication skills are the competency learned by the graduates that are useful to their jobs. Most of the work-related values gained from the university are much relevant to employment, primarily professional integrity, obedience to superiors, love for co-workers, leadership, and tolerance. The school- related factors are considered very relevant in honing the skills of tourism graduates through the support of the administration with quality instruction and student services.

Keywords – Employability, Tracer Study, Travel Tourism Program