BSc (Hons) International Hospitality and Tourism Business Management at Manchester Metropolitan University

Hospitality and tourism are connected fields as the hospitality industry directly supports and enhances the tourism experience. The BSc (Hons) International Hospitality and Tourism Business Management course provides you with a well-rounded understanding of both industries, better preparing you for a career that spans both sectors. You'll engage in an active learning environment that emphasises work-integrated learning and provides insights into industry-relevant skills and challenges.

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Law  |  Department: Department of Operations, Technology, Events and Hospitality Management  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with foundation; 4 years with placement; 4 years with study abroad  |  Study mode: full-time, placement year available  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course equips you with the global perspective, academic rigour and practical skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic hospitality and tourism industries. In your first year, you'll build a strong foundation in key areas such as customer experience, business management, marketing principles and emerging technologies. Year 1 core: International Hospitality and Tourism Industry Essentials, Enhancing Customer Experience within Hospitality and Tourism, Fundamentals of Hospitality and Tourism Business Management, Principles of Marketing and Evolving Technologies. Year 2 core: Hospitality and Tourism Applied Tactics and Practices, International Destination Management and Fieldtrip, Personal and Professional Talent Management Development. Year 3 core: Strategic Hospitality and Tourism Management, Future Leaders for International Hospitality and Tourism, International Hospitality and Tourism Project.

Career pathways

With a thorough understanding of how businesses operate in the hospitality and tourism industry, your degree could take you anywhere in the world. Our graduates have gone on to work for national and global companies including Emirates Airlines, Virgin, Booking.com, Hilton, Disney and Marriott Hotels.

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