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?

We are the second in the UK for hospitality and tourism management according to the Shanghai Rankings of Academic Subjects 2022
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 (ITT) Centre of Excellence signifies BU as an industry-leading university
• Recognised by the Tourism Management Institute (TMI) and BU 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 (IoH), offers numerous benefits to you such as free membership and access to the mentoring scheme
• Accredited by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), which provides opportunities to participate in tourism policy events of the highest-level, and secure placements in prestigious tourism organisations globally
• This course is delivered by the AACSB-accredited Business School, an accreditation that places us within the top institutions globally for business degrees. Less than 6% of business schools worldwide have attained this hallmark of excellence which recognises a focus on excellence in all areas, including teaching and students learning

Business Graduates Association

Membership with the Business Graduates Association will provide you with career development tools, including CV-building services and job search tools, along with webinars and social events for networking and skill enhancement.