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University of Surrey: Strategic Hotel Management
| Institution | University of Surrey View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | FABSS - Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences |
| Web | www.surrey.ac.uk |
| admissions@surrey.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44(0)1483 682222 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Why choose this course - As a Strategic Hotel Management student you’ll be part of a vibrant global community focused on producing sustainable and positive change in the hotel sector.
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Our dedicated world-leading academics are committed to equipping you with the mindset and resilience to become an effective agent of change who will make a positive difference in the hotel sector.
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Our impressive industry connections mean that senior industry executives regularly give guest lectures to our students - you can use our networks to develop your own professional contacts.
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You’ll benefit from our outstanding track record for graduate employability and will have access to a dedicated careers fair organised by our Tourism, Hospitality and Events Society as well as wider career events within the University.
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Access to membership of key associations including the Institute of Hospitality, Institute of Travel and Tourism and The Hospitality Professional Association, will give you contact with business leaders through mentorship and events. In addition, you will have access to a global alumni network spanning the tourism, hospitality and events sectors.
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Typically, as a student on our Strategic Hotel Management MSc, you will already have studied a course in hotel management or have hands-on industry experience. If you don't have this background, please consider our International Hotel Management MSc.
What you will study Our MSc in Strategic Hotel Management will equip you with the technical as well as professional skill sets and knowledge to develop and apply strategic thinking practices needed to manage international hotel companies successfully.
The programme is underpinned by modules that enhance digital capabilities, innovative thinking, resourcefulness and resilience, through understanding current and strategic priorities in hotel business operations and management. This MSc programme provides you with critical knowledge and professional skills around key areas of strategic management that are fundamental to become a successful leader in the hotel sector.
Offering excellent industry connections and research, while keeping you updated with the latest industry trends, this course will inspire you to build on your existing knowledge and skills. We draw upon a range of subject areas and industry experts to help you become the kind of graduate who can go on to become a senior manager or an executive, or fulfil a variety of other professional roles within the industry.
We’ve also tailored our course to offer you a truly international perspective while giving you the opportunity to specialise with optional modules that reflect your interests and strengths.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in hospitality, or hotel, tourism or events management, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. Alternatively, we’ll also consider you if you have a 2:2 UK honours degree in business or management, or a recognised equivalent international qualification, combined with three years of relevant work experience in the hospitality industry. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to take relevant work experience into consideration if you don't meet these requirements. If this is the case, please provide full details of your role and responsibilities in your personal statement and CV. English language requirements |
| Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Summary
Why choose this course s a Strategic Hotel Management student you’ll be part of a vibrant global community focused on producing sustainable and positive change in the hotel sector
Our dedicated world-leading academics are committed to equipping you with the mindset and resilience to become an effective agent of change who will make a positive difference in the hotel sector
Our impressive industry connections mean that senior industry executives regularly give guest lectures to our students - you can use our networks to develop your own professional contacts
You’ll benefit from our outstanding track record for graduate employability and will have access to a dedicated careers fair organised by our Tourism, Hospitality and Events Society as well as wider career events within the University
Access to membership of key associations including the Institute of Hospitality, Institute of Travel and Tourism and The Hospitality Professional Association, will give you contact with business leaders through mentorship and events. In addition, you will have access to a global alumni network spanning the tourism, hospitality and events sectors.
Typically, as a student on our Strategic Hotel Management MSc, you will already have studied a course in hotel management or have hands-on industry experience. If you don't have this background, please consider our International Hotel Management MSc
What you will study Our MSc in Strategic Hotel Management will equip you with the technical as well as professional skill sets and knowledge to develop and apply strategic thinking practices needed to manage international hotel companies successfully.
The programme is underpinned by modules that enhance digital capabilities, innovative thinking, resourcefulness and resilience, through understanding current and strategic priorities in hotel business operations and management. This MSc programme provides you with critical knowledge and professional skills around key areas of strategic management that are fundamental to become a successful leader in the hotel sector.
Offering excellent industry connections and research, while keeping you updated with the latest industry trends, this course will inspire you to build on your existing knowledge and skills. We draw upon a range of subject areas and industry experts to help you become the kind of graduate who can go on to become a senior manager or an executive, or fulfil a variety of other professional roles within the industry.
We’ve also tailored our course to offer you a truly international perspective while giving you the opportunity to specialise with optional modules that reflect your interests and strengths.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in hospitality or hotel management, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. Alternatively, we’ll also consider you if you have a 2:2 UK honours degree in business or management, or a recognised equivalent international qualification, combined with three years of work experience in the hospitality industry. English language requirements |
| Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Summary
Why choose this course s a Strategic Hotel Management student you’ll be part of a vibrant global community focused on producing sustainable and positive change in the hotel sector
Our dedicated world-leading academics are committed to equipping you with the mindset and resilience to become an effective agent of change who will make a positive difference in the hotel sector
Our impressive industry connections mean that senior industry executives regularly give guest lectures to our students - you can use our networks to develop your own professional contacts
You’ll benefit from our outstanding track record for graduate employability and will have access to a dedicated careers fair organised by our Tourism, Hospitality and Events Society as well as wider career events within the University
Access to membership of key associations including the Institute of Hospitality, Institute of Travel and Tourism and The Hospitality Professional Association, will give you contact with business leaders through mentorship and events. In addition, you will have access to a global alumni network spanning the tourism, hospitality and events sectors.
Typically, as a student on our Strategic Hotel Management MSc, you will already have studied a course in hotel management or have hands-on industry experience. If you don't have this background, please consider our International Hotel Management MSc
What you will study Our MSc in Strategic Hotel Management will equip you with the technical as well as professional skill sets and knowledge to develop and apply strategic thinking practices needed to manage international hotel companies successfully.
The programme is underpinned by modules that enhance digital capabilities, innovative thinking, resourcefulness and resilience, through understanding current and strategic priorities in hotel business operations and management. This MSc programme provides you with critical knowledge and professional skills around key areas of strategic management that are fundamental to become a successful leader in the hotel sector.
Offering excellent industry connections and research, while keeping you updated with the latest industry trends, this course will inspire you to build on your existing knowledge and skills. We draw upon a range of subject areas and industry experts to help you become the kind of graduate who can go on to become a senior manager or an executive, or fulfil a variety of other professional roles within the industry.
We’ve also tailored our course to offer you a truly international perspective while giving you the opportunity to specialise with optional modules that reflect your interests and strengths.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in hospitality or hotel management, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. Alternatively, we’ll also consider you if you have a 2:2 UK honours degree in business or management, or a recognised equivalent international qualification, combined with three years of work experience in the hospitality industry. English language requirements |
| Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
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