Strategic Hotel Management MSc
University of Surrey
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Why choose this course
If you’ve already studied a course in hotel management or have hands-on industry experience, then our MSc is designed for you.
We are ranked 1st in the UK and 2nd in the world for hospitality and tourism management in the Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2022. We are 1st in the UK and 15th in the world for hospitality and leisure management in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023. We are also 1st for tourism, transport, travel and heritage studies in the Complete University Guide 2024.
Our world leading academic experts and research centres are complemented by renowned industry leaders and connections that will help you to appreciate and evaluate hotel management strategies in theory and practice, besides developing your thinking, networks and identity needed to succeed as future leaders.
Studying with us will put you in a good position to progress your career. We have an excellent graduate employability employment record, with 95 per cent of our postgraduate students finding work or going on to further study after graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2023, HESA).
What you will study
Our MSc in Strategic Hotel Management will equip you with the technical as well as professional skill sets and knowledge to develop and apply strategic thinking practices needed to manage international hotel companies successfully.
The programme is underpinned by modules that enhance digital capabilities, innovative thinking, resourcefulness and resilience, through understanding current and strategic priorities in hotel business operations and management. This MSc programme provides you with critical knowledge and professional skills around key areas of strategic management that are fundamental to become a successful leader in the hotel sector.
Offering excellent industry connections and research, while keeping you updated with the latest industry trends, this course will inspire you to build on your existing knowledge and skills. We draw upon a range of subject areas and industry experts to help you become the kind of graduate who can go on to become a senior manager or an executive, or fulfil a variety of other professional roles within the industry.
We’ve also tailored our course to offer you a truly international perspective while giving you the opportunity to specialise with optional modules that reflect your interests and strengths.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in Hospitality or Hotel Management, or a recognised equivalent international qualification.
Alternatively, we’ll also consider you if you have a 2:2 UK honours degree in Business or Management, or a recognised equivalent international qualification, combined with three years of work experience in the hospitality industry.
English language requirements
**IELTS Academic: 6**5 overall with 6.0 in each element.
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
Positions of University of Surrey in top UK and global rankings.
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About University of Surrey
The University of Surrey is a government funded research university located in Guildford, England. The university’s stated goals are to become a leading global university performing important research and innovation, creating great researchers and achieving outcomes which make important contributions to society.
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Student composition of University of Surrey
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Surrey by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 10985
- postgraduates:
- 3275
- Total:
- 14260
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Hospitality”: 3060 Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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