MA Leading Tourism and Hospitality: Luxury Management & Guest Experience
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Νο1 in Greece | TOP3 in UK.
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Affiliation with the UK Institute of Hospitality.
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Teaching in English for an advantage in the job market.
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Networking with 70+ top employers.
Course Information
Our unique MA Luxury Management & Guest Experience is a postgraduate tourism and hospitality programme, aimed at immersing students in the field of luxury hospitality management, offering knowledge and skills from the practices of top industry brands, while also cultivating an overall tourism awareness and culture of hospitality, that uniquely enhances the customer experience. With Greece now ranking as 3rd in Europe for luxury tourism and with an increasing number of visitors seeking exclusive experiences and personalised services, addressing tourists with high spending capacity is part of our country’s strategy. Experiential Tourism has become the dominant promotional model for our country and is internationally recognised as the leading trend, redefining the concept of luxury and its dynamics, which also finds applications in other sectors such as Fashion and Design.
The MA Leading Tourism & Hospitality: Luxury Management & Guest Experience has been developed in collaboration with the University of Derby, a TOP3 UK University for Hospitality, Tourism and Events studies (Guardian University Guide 2023) and with the contribution of leading professionals – members of the School of Tourism & Hospitality’s Advisory Board at the College. It allows students to delve into all aspects of tourism and hospitality management, enabling them to focus on the areas they prefer to specialise in and apply their knowledge in the real world.
What you will learn
The common ground of the course across all pathways is for participants to learn the science of luxurious hospitality and the art of creating unique experiences for guests, adopting the standards of excellence in terms of service quality and operation, which are in place at the leading hospitality and events businesses worldwide. At the same time, students will develop crucial knowledge and skills in management, strategic administration, and sustainable development, in the contemporary business environment, to advance their careers in a particularly competitive and rewarding industry. The programme is conducted in collaboration with leading Greek and international 5-star hotel chains and offers participants the opportunity to undertake projects and paid positions of responsibility, guided by renowned professionals in the hotel industry.
Why choose this course
- The degree is awarded by the 1st ranked UK university in Greece and TOP3 in the UK (Guardian Guide, 2023), in Hospitality, Events Organization, and Tourism studies.
- It is tailored to working individuals: flexible, blended teaching & learning, assessment through professionally oriented coursework.
- Teaching in English ensures that you will meet the demands of the profession, with excellent knowledge of the English language and terminology.
- Innovative content, designed in collaboration with top industry experts (e.g., Grand Hyatt Athens, etc.), with a focus on contemporary challenges.
- Teaching is based on the latest industry trends and supported by our large industry network.
- The teaching staff consists of specialised industry professionals with extensive academic experience.
- Learning is active and experiential, through field trips, simulations & workshops, participation in events, and industry guest lectures.
- Opportunity to gain valuable industry experience through practical training and internships in managerial positions.
- Networking with the luxury market and direct absorption into managerial positions. Your access to Hosco, the largest, global professional networking platform in the tourism industry, gives you the prospect to pursue your career globally.
- Global professional recognition as you become an associate member (AIH) at the Institute of Hospitality.
- As a member of the Institute of Hospitality Academy, you have access to seminars, webinars, digital learning resources as well as other professional development, networking, and employment services.
The programme focuses on the principles and functions of Business Administration and their application in the Hospitality industry. It emphasises sustainable strategic thinking and operational culture, providing a deep understanding of management principles such as strategic management, organisational behavior, marketing, and human resource management. It also provides a comprehensive overview of the interactions between management and the broader economic environment, drawing examples from various hospitality contexts, such as hotels, trade shows, festivals, sports events, and product launches.
Additionally, the programme offers students the opportunity to specialise through their dissertation and gain valuable experience through internships in managerial positions. With lecturers and industry professionals sharing their international and domestic experiences, the programme allows students to acquire first-hand knowledge. The Institute of Hospitality Academy student membership provides access to seminars, digital resources, and informative webinars, offering additional opportunities for professional development, networking, and employment in the industry.
Course Descriptions
- Tourism and Hospitality Asset & Revenue Management
- Sustainable Tourism Business & Development
- Operational Excellence & Innovation
- The Global Business Environment & the Luxury Experience
- Research Methodologies
- Building and Managing a Luxury Brand
- Internship + Business Project OR Independent Studies (Dissertation)
We accept applications throughout the year until all available positions are filled. As this is an innovative, applied programme in a popular field, we encourage you to submit your application early.
We offer multiple tuition payment plans and scholarships based on academic achievement, as well as professional and socioeconomic criteria.
Our master’s degrees are chosen by dozens of companies every year for the training of their executives, as we offer special tuition discounts to partner companies or for the enrollment of multiple individuals from the same company.
Contact us today and find out about the curriculum and tuition opportunities. Our Admissions Office advisors will give you all the necessary information about the programme as well as the application and registration process.
Admission Requirements
Our MA Leading Tourism & Hospitality is ideal for Business or Tourism graduates but is also open to undergraduate degree holders of any discipline, who possess the necessary English language skills and aspire to build a remarkable career in the ever-growing, global hospitality industry.
Additionally, the programme is an ideal choice for active professionals in the field of Tourism, who seek a postgraduate degree to verify their empirical knowledge and pursue higher managerial positions.
The minimum English language requirement is equivalent to IELTS 7.0 (C1). If you do not possess an official English language certificate, you can sit the College’s internal placement test.
Moreover, you’ll be asked to submit a resume, as well as a recommendation letter from employers and tutors, and you’ll be called for an academic interview with the programme leader.
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