You can get into this job through:
There is no set entry route to become a visitor attraction general manager but it may be useful to do a relevant foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in:
Entry requirements:
You could work towards this role by doing a subject like a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Leisure and Tourism.
This would teach you some of the skills and knowledge you need and may help you to get a job as a trainee assistant manager.
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
It may be possible to work your way into this job by starting in a customer service or hospitality role, with an attraction, and apply for promotion when you've got enough experience.
You can apply directly for jobs if you've got relevant skills and knowledge. For example, you'll have an advantage if you've worked in visitor attraction management, or have experience in leisure, hospitality, catering or retail management.
Digital skills : to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
Skills:Visitor attraction general managers look after the operation and finances of an attraction, and the health and safety of staff and visitors.
In your day-to-day duties, you could:
Location : You could work at an information centre, at monuments and castles, in a museum, at an art gallery or at a zoo.
Environment : Your working environment may be outdoors some of the time.
Uniform : You may need to wear a uniform.