MA Exec (Online)

MA online

Master of Arts in Executive Hospitality Management (Online)

You can connect from anywhere and at any time to obtain your accredited master's degree. This online program is perfect for active professionals who want to get that promotion, become a hospitality leader, or simply become better hoteliers. Choose the length and intensity of your studies with the Accelerated Track or Professional Track.

Next intake

January 2025

Duration

UP TO 3 YEARS

Location

Online

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Flexible and self-paced

  • Complete 6 ten-week modules in as little as 18 months
  • Connect to a global network of professionals and seasoned leaders 
  • Develop your management and leadership skills
  • Graduate with an:

Master in Executive Hospitality Management from Swiss Hotel Management School

Master of Arts in Executive Hospitality Management from the University of Derby

This online Master's program allowed me to participate in open discussions with experienced people in the hospitality industry.

Constantinos Karapinna

Operations Manager, Kanika Hotels & Resorts

Structure

This program is taught online with an optional residential week in Switzerland.

ACCELERATED TRACK 18 MONTHS

Take 2 online modules at a time

PROFESSIONAL TRACK 2-3 YEARS

Take 1 online module at a time

6 modules

Online

Ten weeks per module, minimum four live sessions, reading materials, online discussion forums, quizzes, and final module project

Online

  • Forecasting and Financial Decision Making 
  • AI Technology and Data Analysis
  • Digital Sales and Marketing Strategy
  • Quality Operations and Project Management
  • Strategies for Leadership and Corporate Culture
  • Experience Mapping and Design for Sustainability

Online

Integrated Business Project

OR

Dissertation

Optional residency with graduation

Leysin

Finish your studies with an optional residency on-campus in Leysin leading up to your graduation ceremony.

Includes:

  • Company visits
  • Cultural and culinary experiences
  • Accommodation and meals on Leysin campus
  • Graduation and gala dinner in Switzerland

The program is designed in such a way that I can juggle work and studies at the same time.

Anna Soukup

Senior Director Quality Management, Sixt

Anna Soukup SHMS MIB

Course dates

*The dates listed below include one week for of the Academic Foundation and Integrity course, which is mandatory for new students to the online Master of Arts program.

January 2025

Requirements & fees

  • Recommended minimum age of 21 years
  • A bachelor's degree (UK Bachelor (Hons) award or equivalent, with a classification of 2:2 or above), or
  • Minimum of 5 years of work experience in a supervisory/managerial position in the hospitality/tourism industry
  • English language proficiency of IELTS academic module 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. If you don't meet the required english level, you can improve your language and study skills with our English Foundation Program. Please note that if you require a visa, Swiss authorities need to be provided with a valid TOEFL or IELTS score (not older than one year)
  • An admissions interview

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