MSc in International Tourism and Hospitality Management
Manchester Metropolitan University
Key Information
Campus location
Manchester, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 - 2 Year
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
GBP 17,500 / per year *
Application deadline
Request Info
Earliest start date
Aug 2024
* UK and Channel Island students: £10,250 per year | EU and non-EU International students: £17,500 per year
Introduction
Tourism and hospitality are exciting and dynamic areas of study and present a wide range of opportunities for careers all over the world.
Following the impact of COVID-19, employers are going to be looking for fresh and innovative minds to help rebuild these industries in a rapidly evolving environment. This creates a platform for the next generation of tourism and hospitality professionals to enter the world of work and make their mark.
In this course, we will teach you the latest tourism and hospitality management theory and practice and how it applies to tourist operations, attractions, resorts and more.
By industry, for industry
We have created this course in partnership with airlines, attractions, hotels and other organisations, including the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA), The Fat Duck Group and Expedia. We work with even more organisations from the visitor economy in order to give you first-hand experience of the industry throughout your studies.
You will have the opportunity to work on industry briefs and regularly hear from experts within the industry who will share their knowledge and expertise with you. Engaging with industry professionals will help to give you an insight into how different organisations operate, and how they respond and adjust to the opportunities and challenges they face.
Experts in the field
Our tutors have experience working in various tourism and hospitality organisations around the world, including tour operators, airlines, event organisers, hotels and attractions. In addition to our expertise in tourism and hospitality, you will also be taught by experts in the specialist areas of digital strategy and entrepreneurship.
We are passionate about industry sustainability at Manchester Met and the long-term future of tourism and hospitality. Join us on this course to find out how you could play a part in helping to rebuild one of the most exciting industries in the world.
Features and benefits
- Centre of Excellence – we are an Institute of Travel and Tourism Centre of Excellence, this gives you access to industry professionals, networking and mentorship opportunities.
- Study in a city of culture – Manchester is a regional hub for tourism and hospitality, meaning you’ll regularly get to see the industry in action.
- Tourism and hospitality experts – you’ll be taught by staff with extensive experience in the tourism and hospitality industries, from managing operations in hotels and restaurants to tour operators and more.
- Triple accredited - our Business School holds the globally recognised trio of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA, placing us among the best business schools in the world.
- Industry connections – take advantage of our extensive industry links and seek out exciting opportunities in the thriving world of international tourism and hospitality.
- Insights from industry – learn valuable insights from guest speakers and mentors working in the field, and gain valuable industry contacts.
- Hands-on learning – work with tourism and hospitality employers to develop your professional tourism and hospitality skills, putting them into practice by working on your own live project.
- Tourism and hospitality opportunities – graduate with a qualification that will allow you to pursue a variety of management careers in the global tourism and hospitality industries.
Admissions
Curriculum
In this course, we will cover some of the most important skills required in the tourism and hospitality industries. These have been identified by our network of industry partners, ensuring that the knowledge and skills you learn are current and desirable to employers. We’ll cover everything from current trends and developments within the industry, the impact of technology and creative innovation and how organisations such as airlines plan for the future.
While you will study a core curriculum in tourism and hospitality, you’ll also have the opportunity to tailor your course. You will be able to choose one optional unit to specialise in your studies based on your personal interests and career ambitions. Then, your research project will give you the opportunity to explore an industry topic in real depth, in an area that really interests you, to utilise your knowledge and research skills and produce a major, professional piece of work.
Peer support
We welcome students from a range of backgrounds to this course. You’ll have the opportunity to mix with classmates from different cultures and undergraduate degree subjects, from business and marketing to music and languages. We also accept students who already have experience working in the industry, but are looking to gain extra knowledge and expertise to take the next step in their careers. This means that you’ll have the opportunity to learn from others’ experiences and shape your own career interests and ambitions throughout the course.
Internship route
As part of the course, you can choose to complete an internship year (36-48 weeks) after the taught part of the course ends. This will give you fantastic real-world experience either, in the UK or further afield. Our students have worked with organisations such as Manchester Airport, Hilton, Qantas and many more during their internships. You can also gain experience through the Business School's Postgraduate Internship Programme, which allows you to participate in short-term (100-hour) internships during your course. All internships are supported by our dedicated Placements Team.
Year 1
You’ll study nine core units, covering topics such as airline and tour operators and tourism and hospitality marketing. In your tourism masters-level learning unit, we'll teach you the master-level study skills that you'll need to complete your assignments and your research project. You will also be able to tailor your studies by choosing one optional unit.
Please note: Optional units are subject to availability.
Core units
- Tourism And Hospitality Futures
- Tourism Masters Level Learning
- Tourism And Hospitality Marketing
- Strategy For Digital
- Hospitality Business Analysis
- International Strategic Management
- Airlines And Tour Operators
- Applied Research Project
- Applied Research Proposal
Optional Units
- Business Simulation: Creativity To Launch
- International Tourism Destinations
Placement options
You can gain useful work experience through the Business School’s Postgraduate Internship Programme. With a short-term internship, you’ll not only show potential employers that you’re ready to get to work, but you’ll also gain some vital experience and make some valuable connections for your professional network.
While an internship involves at least 100 hours of work, starting any time between November and early August, how you do those hours are flexible. You could work full time during a break in your studies, or you might do a day or two a week throughout term time, fitting it around your studies.
Optional internship year
If you choose to take the optional one-year internship, you’ll do so once you have successfully completed your taught units. The internship takes place over 36-48 weeks – you will be supported by our Placement Office, which has extensive contacts within the tourism and hospitality industries and over 25 years' experience in helping students to find placements.
The Placement Office advertise a variety of opportunities, supports and advises on the application and recruitment process and continues to support you whilst you are away from the University.
An additional fee applies to this internship.
Accreditations
Career Opportunities
Tourism and hospitality are varied global industries. They present a range of career paths for you to pursue after completing this course. With the skills and knowledge you’ll develop, you could choose to work in:
- Tour Operations
- Travel Agencies
- Hotels, Restaurant and Bar Management
- Contract and Corporate Catering Management
- Airlines and Airports
- Visitor Attractions
- Destination Management
Many of our graduates also choose to apply for graduate management schemes as part of their career journey.