M.Sc Hospitality and Tourism Studies

Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Studies

M.Sc Hospitality and Tourism Studies or Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Studies is a Post-Graduate Hospitality course. The Master's of Science course in Hospitality and Tourism Studies takes a social science approach to tourism and hospitality and combines it with practical skills for the workplace. Candidates learn the key concepts which drive hospitality operations management, the multiple contexts of the tourism and hospitality industry, the psychology of tourism behaviour and how to create a marketing plan for a tourism/hospitality concept.

Graduates from the Master of Science programme in Hospitality and Tourism Studies have found high-level management positions across a wide range of tourism and hospitality operations, including hotels and airlines. During the Master of Science course in Hospitality and Tourism Studies, you can choose to undertake a work-based learning module, which will further enhance your employability.

M.Sc Hospitality and Tourism Studies Eligibility     

• Aspiring students should have passed a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree in a relevant field or other related fields from an accredited higher learning institution with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks
• Some of the very reputed institutes conduct an entrance examination for admission.

M.Sc Hospitality and Tourism Studies Syllabus

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

M.Sc Hospitality and Tourism Studies Colleges

• DY Patil (Deemed to be University), Mumbai
• Suryadatta College of Hospitality Management and Travel Tourism - SCHMTT, Pune

M.Sc Hospitality and Tourism Studies Course Suitability

• The Hospitality and Tourism Studies course is suitable for those who want to build on or convert their original undergraduate or professional experience and have the desire to study international tourism and hospitality management at a higher level.
• The applicant should also possess good communication and presentation skills and excellent command of the English language as they need to deal with different types of persons.
• They should be of amicable nature and should be willing to travel, meet people and work in the service and customer-oriented industry.

How is the M.Sc Hospitality and Tourism Studies Course Beneficial?

• The Hospitality and Tourism Studies course is beneficial to gain a comprehensive knowledge of international tourism and tourist destinations including the supply chain, customer demand and the global forces impacting the sustainability of tourism.
• A Master’s degree will also open up opportunities in academic roles or further study towards a PhD.
• This programme is designed to enhance your ability to function effectively at a strategic level within public and private sectors of the international tourism and hospitality industries or to embark on an advanced programme of research.
• The Hospitality and Tourism Studies course equips you with the skills and knowledge to progress rapidly in tourism and hospitality management.

M.Sc Hospitality and Tourism Studies Employment Areas

• Attractions & Museums
• Catering Management Units
• Destination Marketing Agencies
• Hotels & Resorts
• Restaurant & Bar Management
• Tourism Companies

M.Sc Hospitality and Tourism Studies Job Types

• Duty Manager
• Food & Beverage Manager
• Guest Relation Host
• Guest Service Officer
• Guest Relations Executive
• Hospitality Manager
• Learning & Development Manager
• Manager/Senior Manager

Advanced Course in M.Sc Hospitality and Tourism Studies

• PhD (Hospitality)