Starting from the 2026/2027 academic year, Varna University of Management offers distance learning in Hotel Management, leading to a Bachelor’s degree. Designed for applicants seeking greater flexibility, the programme allows students to pursue higher education while balancing work, career development, and other commitments.
The distance-learning programme is organised on the basis of the curriculum documentation for the corresponding full-time programme and is equivalent to it in terms of the content of study, the required number of credits, the degree awarded, and the professional qualification obtained. The learning process is delivered predominantly through electronic learning and e-administration tools, with remote access to learning activities, resources, assessment, and administrative services.
All semester and state examinations in a non-contact format are conducted remotely through an electronic assessment and examination system. Where required by the nature of the programme, on-site sessions may also be scheduled, but they may not exceed 15% of the total number of hours in the curriculum of the corresponding full-time programme.
Students enrolled in the distance-learning mode graduate with a VUM degree. A Cardiff Metropolitan University degree is not awarded in this mode of study.
The challenges of the modern world and the dynamic development of tourism and hospitality demand specialists who have both theoretical and practical skills as well as motivation to improve their professional qualities. The main goal of the programme is to develop highly qualified specialists with strategic and creative business thinking, in-depth knowledge, advanced practical skills, personal qualities and professional habits.
Students acquire important theoretical knowledge in economic, management and behavioral sciences, finance, accounting, human resources, marketing and entrepreneurship, information technologies, business communications and others.
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At Varna University of Management, we provide concise and transparent guidelines for the admission process. Our primary criteria for prospective students include strong motivation, good high school degree grades, and proficient English language skills.
During the admission procedure, Varna University of Management diligently adheres to the regulations and guidelines outlined by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Bulgaria. By doing so, we ensure that our practices align with the official standards and guidelines set by the government in Bulgaria
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Enrolling in the Hotel Management programme offers numerous advantages, most notably a wide range of career opportunities internationally.
Our graduates develop into capable managers and entrepreneurs across the diverse sectors of the hospitality and tourism industry. The programme equips them with the practical skills and knowledge required for successful professional growth and career advancement in hotels, restaurants, hotel chains, official tourism organisations, logistics companies, travel agencies, tour operators, as well as governmental and international institutions focused on tourism management.
VUM ensures that its students are well prepared for the competitive job market by providing practical guidance, support, and career development opportunities. The University maintains strong connections with businesses not only in Bulgaria but also across Europe, the USA, and beyond. These partnerships create valuable opportunities for students to undertake internships and secure future employment with partner institutions and organisations worldwide
