Tourism and Hotel Management (MSc)
About the Program
The Master of Science in Tourism and Hotel Management is a dynamic and comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and perspectives needed to excel in the rapidly evolving field of tourism. This program offers an interdisciplinary approach that integrates business, sustainability, cultural studies, and management principles to prepare graduates for leadership roles in the global tourism industry. Master of Science in Tourism Management aims to raise professionals who can navigate the complexities of the tourism sector with a holistic understanding. Additionally, this program aims to foster critical thinking, research proficiency and strategic decision-making abilities in its students as well as producing graduates who are not only skilled in industry practices but are also capable of delivering innovative solutions in tourism management. This program holds significant relevance in today's globalized and interconnected world. This program addresses the increasing need for qualified professionals for the industry, taking into account the growing importance of sustainability and responsible management practices.
Education Opportunities
Students undertake a total of 7 courses to graduate from the Tourism and Hotel Management Master’s Program. When students enroll, they may register up to 4 courses per semester in the thesis program. Two of the seven courses in the program are compulsory, where the rest of the courses are elective (see the curriculum). Students register to the program with the assistance of their advisors who guide students throughout the program. The CIU Library and the Institute of Graduate Studies and Research provide online and offline access to resource databases. Program advisors appoint a supervisor when students enroll to the thesis/project. Students utilize a variety of databases to complete their thesis or project. Students are encouraged produce quality work to contribute to the literature of tourism and hospitality. Cyprus International University School of Tourism and Hotel Management is a full member of Council of Hotel, Restaurant & Institutional Education - (CHIRE) and European Network of Hospitality and Tourism Educators – (EURHODIP).
Career Areas
Graduates from Master of Science in Tourism Management are equipped to lead and innovate in a variety of fields within the global tourism industry. One of the career areas awaiting our graduates is destination management, in which they can transform cities and/or attractions into must-visit destinations. Through the courses provided, the graduates can turn their steps towards hospitality and hotel management, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and operational success. Additionally, graduates can draw a career plan in the international tourism development field including shaping policies and contributing to the responsible development of tourism on a global scale. They can also work as tourism consultant contributing to developing eco-friendly and socially responsible practices. Tourism marketing and branding also offers graduates a career opportunity, in which they may drive tourism through effective marketing and branding strategies. On the other hand, they may join the academic elite by contributing to the knowledge base of tourism.
Contact
Institute of Graduate Studies and Research
Graduate Sciences and Education Center, GE106
Tel: +90 392 671 1111 Extension: 2776
Institute E-mail: ciu-institute@ciu.edu.tr
Compulsory Courses
First Semester
MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION FOR TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY ENTERPRISES
Course code
TRHM513Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8ELECTIVE I
Course code
TRHM5X1Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8ELECTIVE II
Course code
TRHM5X2Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8ELECTIVE III
Course code
TRHM5X3Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8Second Semester
MARKETING STRATEGIES FOR HOSPITALITY OPERATIONS
Course code
TRHM532Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8SEMINAR
Course code
TRHM590Credit
0Theoretical
0Practical
0Ects
4ELECTIVE IV
Course code
TRHM5X4Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8ELECTIVE V
Course code
TRHM5X5Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8Third Semester
THESIS
Course code
TRHM500Credit
0Theoretical
0Practical
0Ects
60Elective Courses
RESEARCH METHODS
Course code
TRHM515Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
10DEVELOPMENT OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM POLICIES AND PLANNING
Course code
TRHM506Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
7INTERNATIONAL HOTEL MANAGEMENT
Course code
TRHM504Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
7CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR
Course code
TRHM535Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
10SERVICE QUALITY MANAGEMENT IN TOURSIM INDUSTRY
Course code
TRHM557Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
7TQM IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRIES
Course code
TRHM502Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
5INTRODUCTION TO TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
Course code
TRHM101Credit
0Theoretical
0Practical
0Ects
8MANAGEMENT FOR TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
Course code
TRHM204Credit
0Theoretical
0Practical
0Ects
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Course code
TRHM512Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
10E-TOURISM
Course code
TRHM559Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8TRAVEL AND TOUR OPERATIONS
Course code
TRHM106Credit
0Theoretical
0Practical
0Ects
SERVICE MARKETING IN THE TOURISM INDUSTRY
Course code
TRHM551Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT FOR TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY ENTERPRISES
Course code
TRHM514Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
10MARKETING FOR TOURISM AND HOSPITALTY INDUSTRY I
Course code
TRHM305Credit
0Theoretical
0Practical
0Ects
TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY RESEARCH
Course code
TRHM303Credit
0Theoretical
0Practical
0Ects
7LEADING, TRANSFORMATION AND CHANGE
Course code
BUSN508Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
MARKETING FOR TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY II
Course code
TRHM306Credit
0Theoretical
0Practical
0Ects
7NEGOTIATION TECHNIQUES AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT SKILLS
Course code
BUSN540Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
ORGANIZATION BEHAVIOUR
Course code
BUSN566Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
7TOURISM ECONOMICS
Course code
TRHM503Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
5INDUSTRIAL, ORGANIZATIONAL AND WORK BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT
Course code
BUSN556Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS
Course code
BUSN558Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
TECHNIQUES FOR STATISTICAL ANALYSIS
Course code
BUSN595Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Course code
BUSN538Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
MULTINATIONAL COMPANIES AND ISSUES IN GLOBALISATION
Course code
BUSN551Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
0BUSINESS ETHICS
Course code
BUSN560Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
BANK MANAGEMENT
Course code
INBA507Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
0CONSUMER BEHAVIOR
Course code
BUSN535Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
MODERN THEORY OF BANKING AND FINANCE
Course code
INBA502Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
6DESIGN THINKING AND SECTORAL INNOVATION
Course code
BUSN581Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
7INVESTMENTS MANAGEMENT
Course code
ACFN514Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
6SUSTAINABLE MARKETING
Course code
MRKN515Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8BUSINESS ECONOMICS
Course code
BUSN521Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Course code
BUSN512Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8NEW COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES
Course code
COMM510Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
10LANGUAGE OF SCIENCE AND CRITICAL EVALUATION
Course code
BUSN519Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8DIGITAL MARKETING
Course code
MRKN504Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Course code
MISY523Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
PORTFOLIO THEORY AND EQUITY ANALYSIS
Course code
ACFN505Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
6PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Course code
BUSN517Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MARKETS
Course code
ACFN512Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
6MESSAGE DESIGN AND MEDIA MANAGEMENT
Course code
COMM503Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
10FILM AESTHETICS
Course code
COMM513Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
10HISTORY OF MANAGEMENT THOUGHT
Course code
BUSN527Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
7ADVANCED MACROECONOMIC THEORY
Course code
ECON502Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
MARKETING IN GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT
Course code
MRKN551Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
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