Master of Tourism

Course Description

A Master of Tourism is a postgraduate degree program that focuses on the study of tourism management, planning, and development. The program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills to work in various sectors of the tourism industry, including tourism planning, policy-making, hospitality management, destination marketing, and sustainable tourism development.

Typically, a Master of Tourism program covers topics such as tourism economics, tourism marketing, tourism policy and planning, sustainable tourism, cultural heritage and tourism, destination management, hospitality and tourism operations, and tourism and environmental management. Students also learn about the impact of tourism on local communities, cultural heritage, and the environment.

The program usually takes one to two years to complete, depending on the university and the specific program. Some programs require students to complete a thesis or a final project, while others offer internship opportunities for students to gain practical experience.

Graduates of a Master of Tourism program can pursue a variety of careers in the tourism industry, including tourism planners, tourism policy analysts, tourism development officers, tourism marketers, hospitality managers, and destination managers. They can work in various sectors of the tourism industry, such as government agencies, tourism boards, hotels and resorts, tour operators, and non-governmental organizations.