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Study Details: 1 year full-time (September start)
15 months full-time (January start)
2 years part-time
The MSc in International Hospitality and Tourism Management (UK) is an employability-focused postgraduate degree designed for UK, EU and international students seeking a global career in the hospitality and tourism industry. The course combines advanced business and management theory with practical, real-world learning, preparing graduates for leadership roles across international hospitality, tourism and destination management sectors.
With a strong emphasis on sustainable and responsible tourism management, ethical hospitality practices and global industry trends, you will develop the strategic, analytical and professional skills required by today’s employers. A key feature of the course is an applied consultancy module, where students work on live projects with local hospitality and tourism businesses, gaining hands-on experience in problem-solving, client engagement and industry consultancy.
The course is supported by our dedicated Career and Development Team, offering personalised career coaching, employability workshops, CV support and networking opportunities with industry professionals, helping you translate your MSc into meaningful career outcomes in the global tourism and hospitality sector.
A 2:2 honours degree in any subject, or a masters degree in any subject. Exceptionally, equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will be considered.
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Global tourism is one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing industries, contributing over 10% to global GDP and supporting 1 in 10 jobs worldwide (World Travel & Tourism Council, 2024). With the hospitality and tourism sectors rapidly evolving particularly in areas such as sustainable operations, digital guest experiences, and data-driven service management, the demand for skilled, globally-minded professionals continues to grow.
This creates exciting opportunities for graduates who are equipped to manage diverse teams, streamline sustainable operations, and deliver high-quality customer experiences in an international context.
Hospitality and tourism careers span multiple sectors including hotels and resorts, destination management, airlines, cruise lines, events, consultancy, and tourism boards in both the private and public sectors.
Core Modules:
Applied Consulting For Hospitality And Tourism - 30 credits
Hospitality and Tourism Operations Management - 30 credits
Responsible Financial Management - 30 credits
Strategic Development and Experience Management for Hospitality and Tourism - 30 credits
Strategic Risk and Leadership - 30 credits
Dissertation - 60 credits
International Hospitality and Tourism Operations Management - 15 credits
Research Methods for Marketing - 15 credits
Strategic Leadership - 15 credits
Optional Modules:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Transformation - 30 credits
Digital Marketing Strategy - 30 credits
Entrepreneurship and Business Venturing - 30 credits
Global Marketing Strategy - 30 credits
Innovation Management - 30 credits
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