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Kent State University - College of Education, Health and Human Services Master of Science in hospitality and tourism management
Kent State University - College of Education, Health and Human Services

Master of Science in hospitality and tourism management

Kent, USA

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Sep 2025

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Key Summary

    About: The Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management focuses on enhancing knowledge and skills in managing hospitality and tourism operations. The program includes various courses that cover hospitality management, travel planning, and sustainable tourism practices.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various roles, including hospitality manager, tourism consultant, event coordinator, and travel operations manager. The degree opens pathways to leadership positions in hotels, travel agencies, and event management companies.

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Introduction

A Master of Science program in hospitality and tourism management is a combined master's degree that builds off of the Hospitality Management and Recreation, Park and Tourism Management undergraduate programs. The program develops studentsโ€™ critical analysis skills, research abilities, and understanding of advanced hospitality and tourism issues.

Mission of the Hospitality Management Program

The undergraduate degree program in hospitality management prepares leaders for careers in major hospitality industry segments through academic and research programs valuing quality of life, business success, collaborative partnerships, creative approaches, and ethical principles.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates from the program will demonstrate:

  • Foundational knowledge of hospitality operations
  • Competence in business practices and managerial decision making
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills including professional behavior, collaborative relationships, and proficiency in networking
  • Analytical thinking and problem solving

Why You Should Choose Our Ohio Hospitality Program

With class sizes ranging from 15 to 50 students, accessible advising, and so much more, our accredited hospitality program is ready to help lead you on the path of success! Check out these great reasons why you should choose hospitality management as your career path of choice:

WIDE VARIETY OF CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR HOSPITALITY MAJORS

With a degree from our accredited hospitality program, you can go on to a range of career roles, including:

  • Accommodation manager
  • Amusement park manager
  • Casino manager
  • Catering manager
  • Club managers
  • Convention manager
  • Customer service manager
  • Event and meeting planner
  • Fast food restaurant manager
  • Hotel and resort manager
  • Human resources officer
  • Public house manager
  • Restaurant manager
  • Retail manager
  • Sales and marketing representative for hospitality businesses
  • Tour manager

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