Bachelor in Hospitality & Tourism Management (Hons)

About the Bachelor (Hons) in Hospitality & Tourism Management

This programme equips you with foundational knowledge and practical competencies to pursue careers in hotels, resorts, cruise ships, tour operations and related service industries. It offers a structured blend of hospitality, tourism and management studies to develop leadership, entrepreneurial awareness and industry-relevant skills.

Recognition & Accreditation

The degree is awarded through Management and Science University (MSU), recognised among the Top 100 in the QS Top 50 Under 50 Rankings for young universities and ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2025 and QS World University Rankings: Asia 2025. It also appears in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025, THE for Impact Rankings 2024 and the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024 for Hospitality and Leisure Management (Top 29).

Programme Overview

The curriculum emphasises the theory and practice of hospitality and tourism management, leadership development, service quality and operational decision-making. Students engage with sector-specific studies that build a thorough understanding of industry functions and contemporary challenges.

Semester 1 Modules

• Research Methodology
• Seminar and Business
• Tour Operation Management
• Event Management
• Housekeeping Management

The initial semester introduces students to core research principles alongside practical insights into tour operations, events and housekeeping coordination essential for service environments. 

Semester 2 Modules

• Food Service Management
• Food & Beverage Management
• Legal Aspects in Hospitality & Tourism Management
• Purchasing & Cost Control
• Tourism Planning

Semester two covers the management of food and beverage operations, procurement systems, legal frameworks and the planning processes that shape contemporary tourism sectors.

Semester 3 Modules

• Attraction Management
• Current Issues in Hospitality
• Recreation Management
• Front Office Management
• Hospitality Marketing

The third semester deepens your understanding of attraction and recreation management, front office functions, marketing strategies and contemporary issues that affect the hospitality and tourism landscape.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission to this honours degree, applicants must hold a recognised Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism Management from an accredited institution. Applicants with alternative qualifications may be considered by the University’s Senate on an individual basis. 

What You Will Learn

On successful completion of this degree, graduates will be able to:

• Apply theoretical and practical frameworks to real-world hospitality and tourism contexts.
• Demonstrate leadership and effective communication in service and management roles.
• Analyse legal, economic and operational issues affecting hospitality and tourism organisations.
• Plan and execute service processes that meet quality, cost and customer satisfaction objectives.
• Integrate marketing and management principles to enhance organisational competitiveness.

Skills Developed

• Industry-specific problem solving and decision-making.
• Operational planning and resource coordination.
• Customer service proficiency and cultural awareness.
• Collaborative project management and teamwork.
• Research and analytical thinking relevant to service sectors.

Career Prospects

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles across hospitality and tourism sectors. These include professional opportunities in service delivery, management, operations and academia.

• Travel Agency Manager
• Cruise Director
• Hotel or Resort Manager
• Event Manager
• Outdoor Activities Manager
• Lecturer
• Human Resources Officer
• Air Cabin Crew

Learning Experience

The programme fosters a balanced approach to learning, combining academic theory with practical case studies and industry insights. Students gain exposure to a range of hospitality and tourism contexts and are encouraged to develop both strategic thinking and operational capability. 

Why This Degree Matters

This honours degree is designed to meet the evolving needs of the global hospitality and tourism industries by equipping graduates with a broad perspective on management challenges, customer expectations and contemporary trends. The combination of modules prepares students to thrive in dynamic service environments and advance into leadership roles.

Send Inquiry

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