Our History

The National College of Tourism (NCT) originates from the Hotel & Tourism Training Institute (HTTI) which was established in 1969 under a British firm called "Hallmark Hotels Ltd". The objective was to provide basic skills in Front Office Operations, Housekeeping & Laundry, Food Production and Food & Beverage Service. The Institute was first handed over to Tanzania Tourist Corporation (TTC) and then in 1977 to the Ministry of Natural Resources & Tourism. Due to the emerging need for improving service delivery and the growth demand of the tourism industry, NCT was launched as an Executive Agency under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism on January 24^{th 2003 in accordance with the Executive Agency Act No. 30 of 1997.}

National College of Tourism provides a unique experience more than just a qualification; it gives graduates a career advantage while encouraging individual development. Since the tourism industry is one of the most exciting and potentially the most rewarding for Tanzania, NCT offers great potential for growth of both hospitality and tourism sector in the country. As the only Government owned hotel and hospitality training school in Tanzania mainland, NCT offers unlimited opportunities for both men and women to join and advance their career in this industry.