Summary

The BSc International Hospitality Management has 100% overall student satisfaction and is ranked third for student satisfaction in UK institutions for Tourism, Transport and Travel (NSS, 2019).

The degree is designed to meet the needs of those who want to work in hospitality management, which is now one of the world’s largest industries. You will develop a detailed knowledge of leadership and the associated skills necessary for management in this dynamic and exciting global industry.

About

The BSc (Hons) International Hospitality Management is an internationally recognised passport to a successful management career in hospitality. The four-year degree offers key business management subjects alongside specialist hospitality, tourism and events modules. You will enhance your knowledge in the key business management areas of strategy, marketing, finance, human resource management, operations management and entrepreneurship.

Job roles

With this degree you could become:

• Account Manager
• Event Manager
• Food and Beverage Manager
• General Manager
• Hotel Property Project Manager
• Revenue Manager
• Sales and Marketing Manager

Career options

This qualification offers a range of management career opportunities in one of the world’s largest and fastest growing sectors. The hospitality industry is composed of a diverse range of industries and employers including hotels, restaurants, cruise liners and public sector organisations such as destination marketing organisations . The optional module selections further extend these opportunities to careers within tourism and events sectors.

You also have the opportunity to pursue avenues such as teaching, lecturing, training, research and consultancy in relation to hospitality management. Alternatively, you have the option after completion to progress on to postgraduate study on programmes such as the MSc International Event Management, MSc International Tourism Management and MSc International Hospitality Management.

Work placement / study abroad

It is advisable to complete a 48 week placement in year three of the course. A full list of national and international placements are available. Companies include Country Clubs (Florida), Disney World, Sandestin Resort (Penscola), Merchant Hotel (Belfast), RitzCarlton (Co.Wexford), Gleneagles Hotel (Scotland). The satisfactory completion of placement leads to the award of Diploma in Professional Practice/ Diploma in Professional Practice (International) upon graduation. Alternatively, you can opt to complete a period of study abroad. During this period, you spend two semesters in an educational institution, which will provide exposure to alternative business cultures and protocols and enhance your personal and professional development. Successful completion of the placement leads to the award of the Diploma in International Academic Studies (DIAS) upon graduation.

Professional recognition

Institute of Hospitality (IoH)