Tourism Management

Bournemouth University
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 16 Months Hospitality, leisure, and tourismEvents management

About this course

Advance your management, research and analytical skills with this conversion course, ideal for graduates who would like to develop a critical understanding of the increasingly global, dynamic tourism industry.

Why study MSc Tourism Management at BU?

  • Study at one of the top-ten ranked universities in the world for tourism and hospitality

  • You'll meet industry experts, with the opportunity to take a professional placement, network and share knowledge and experience whilst learning in a structured environment

  • Complete an optional 30-week work placement with a tourism employer to further enhance your employability

  • Learn from specialist academic staff who are actively involved in research ensuring the curriculum is informed by cutting-edge knowledge and practice

  • Explore the significant relationships between tourism and the wider economic, environmental and socio-cultural context

  • Benefit from experiencing a new country and culture with the option to study a semester abroad.

    Course accreditations The accrediting bodies on this course are renowned industry-wide for promoting excellence and the highest standards, all of which is reflected in the BU Business School Experience:

  • Recognition as an Institute of Travel & Tourism Centre of Excellence signifies BU as an industry-leading university

  • Accreditation by the Tourism Management Institute ensures this course meets standards aligned to the needs of the tourism sector, enhancing future employment prospects when you graduate

  • Accreditation by the leading hospitality professional body, the Institute of Hospitality, offers numerous benefits to you such as free membership and access to the mentoring scheme.
  • Study Options

    This course is available in 4 study options:

    Sandwich including industrial placement

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Poole

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 16 Months

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Poole

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Poole

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Poole

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1225 Travel agency managers and proprietors
    1221 Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors
    6250 Bed and breakfast and guest house owners and proprietors
    6213 Air travel assistants

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    16 Months
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Poole
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Hospitality, leisure, and tourism, Events management