Institute of Graduate Studies and Research

Tourism and Hotel Management (MSc)

Duration 2 Years

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Curriculum
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Fees & Scholarships

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

TRHM513

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This course is structured to provide detailed information about the contemporary management practices to Master of Tourism Management students. This basic approach deals with information societies and organizations, information technologies, globalization and organizations, Total Quality Management approaches, basic competence, outsourcing, hybrid organizations, downsizing, lean organizations and cluster organizations. The main topics of management and organization are: development of management theory, organization theory and approaches of organization-environment relations, management process (planning, organizing, execution, coordination and control), organizational structures and new ideas and applications for organizational structure (strengthening, core competencies, organizational citizenship, intellectual capital, etc.) and general organizational culture will be covered.

ELECTIVE I

Course code

TRHM5X1

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ELECTIVE II

Course code

TRHM5X2

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ELECTIVE III

Course code

TRHM5X3

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Second Semester

MARKETING STRATEGIES FOR HOSPITALITY OPERATIONS

Course code

TRHM532

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This course helps managers determine, select and implement strategies that will make their organizations more competitive on the market. The aim of this course is to present the concepts, methods and procedures that will enhance strategic (marketing management) decision-making to decision makers. Advanced marketing strategies will be transferred within this course. With this course, it is aimed to transfer the mentioned elements to the students through simulations for real marketing campaign developments for business in tourism and hospitality sector. This course also indoctrinates students the steps to be taken to achieve profit with effective advertising, sales and public relations management by developing market analytics, competition and product, (b) financial budget planning, and (c) short-term and comprehensive strategies will be examined.

SEMINAR

Course code

TRHM590

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The course includes seminar presentation and group discussions on selected topics related to the Tourism and Hospitality Management. The seminar couuld be considered in two segments. The Readings Seminar is designed to introduce to the graduate student a body of literature specific to a broad conceptual framework focusing on a region, topic, or time period. It provides students with an overview of the changing interpretations in a particular area over time. These seminars require some type of analytical or interpretive paper. The Research Seminar requires graduate students to conduct primary research and to prepare a major, original research paper on some specific aspect of the seminar's focus, and exchange results through presentation and discussion. Some statistics will be discussed.

ELECTIVE IV

Course code

TRHM5X4

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ELECTIVE V

Course code

TRHM5X5

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Third Semester

THESIS

Course code

TRHM500

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It is the process for Tourism and Hospitality Management Master Program students to prepare their master theses with the supervision of their academic thesis supervisors. Supervisor (a faculty member) and student designate a research topic in collaboration and students submit the chosen topic as a term end project. It must provide contributions to the tourism and hospitality management knowledge field and approved by the Administrative Committee of the Institute. Thesis students will conduct a large research project, which will likely involve several semesters of work. These students must write a thesis, which is a large document that is likely to be published. You will work with a professor to complete your research. Successful students receive Masters Diploma.

Students who are interested in pursuing advanced graduate studies leading to a master’s, doctoral degree, or professional doctorate degree for the Fall and Spring semesters every year. Applicants can directly apply online to our graduate programs using the application portal.

TRNC Applicants- Required documents:

Bachelor’s Degree Diploma
Bachelor’s Degree transcripts for each completed academic term/year.
Documents to prove English proficiency for English language departments,
Scanned copy of passport or identity card.

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International Applicants- Required documents;

Bachelor’s Degree Diploma
Bachelor’s Degree transcripts for each completed academic term/year.
Evidence of English Language competence: TOEFL (65 IBT) or IELTS (5.5). Students without these documents will take the CIU English proficiency exam on campus following arrival.
Scanned copy of international passport/birth certificate
CV
Fully completed and signed CIU Rules and Regulations document (which can be downloaded during the online application)

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Scholarships
Fees

Cyprus International University provides academic scholarships for its students as an incentive for success, with most students benefiting from 50%, 75% or 100% scholarships or discounted tuition fees. Click for more information.

Fee per course	€ 350,00
Fee for thesis	€ 1.050,00
Fee for seminar	€ 120,00
Scientific Foundation per course	€ 150,00
Registration and other fees*	€ 245,00
Student Union fee	€ 50,00
	VAT Exc.

*Applies to 1st. Year students. € 195,00 for others.