MSc Tourism

Master of Science in Tourism

MSc Tourism or Master of Science in Tourism is a Post-Graduate Hotel Management course. Tourism is the promotion of a tourist destination's pleasurable and other aspects, as well as the provision of amenities and services for pleasure travelers. Tourist students study worldwide, national, and regional tourism policy as well as specialized management courses.

The Master of Science in Tourism program focuses on factors such as personality development, regulating and handling guests, and giving all necessary assistance in a certain location. The Indian tourism business is based on both domestic and foreign tourists who go to various regions of the country to explore and experience the flavors of India.

MSc Tourism Eligibility

• Candidates should have passed a Bachelor’s degree or any other equivalent qualification from any recognized University.
• The candidates should have secured a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% in the case of SC/ST candidates) or equivalent in their Bachelor's.
• Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct entrance examinations for admission.

MSc Tourism Syllabus

Syllabus of Tourism course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

MSc Tourism Colleges

• Indian Institute of Hospitality and Management - IIHM Mumbai, Mumbai

MSc Tourism Course Suitability

• Applicants should have strong communication and presentation abilities, which are required in an industry where customer service is paramount.
• Candidates must also have a pleasant demeanor, the ability to deal with people, verbal fluency, and an affinity for languages to be successful in the area.
• Candidates who are interested in furthering their research studies are also a suitable fit for the course.
• This course is also open to students with practical skills, communication, presentation abilities, interpersonal and collaboration skills, self-management, and professional development skills.

How is the MSc Tourism Course Beneficial?

• A person with a master's degree in tourism can find work in a variety of government and private tour-running firms; the employment is rewarding and the remuneration is adequate.
• Applicants may also find employment in travel facilities such as train services, coach operators, vehicle rental firms, and so on.
• The course prepares students for positions in hotels, catering, tourism, industry, administration, and allied fields.
• After passing necessary certifications such as B.Ed and UGC-NET, one can pursue additional degree programs on inappropriate topics and become a teacher, lecturer/professor.

MSc Tourism Employment Areas

• Cargo Ships
• Corporate Marketing
• Exclusive Clubs / Resorts / Event Management / Luxury Cruise Lines
• General Industry
• Hospitals
• Hospitality Industry
• Off Shore Catering
• Self-Employment
• Sales and Marketing
• Teaching
• Tourism Industry

MSc Tourism Job Types

• Customer Care
• Domestic Tour Operations / Domestic and International Tour Operators
• Home-Based Travel Sales Agents
• Operations Analyst
• Tourist Guide / Tours & Travels Coordinator
• Travel & Tourism Executive / Travel Operation Executive

Advanced Course in MSc Tourism

• Ph.D. (Tourism Management)