Master of Science in Hospitality Business Management (Thesis)

The goal of the master of science in hospitality business management is to build on students’ past experiences and potential interests by providing pathways toward business-oriented analytical careers in the hospitality industry.The department is ranked among the top 10 programs in the U.S. The program's faculty possess relevant and highly accomplished academic backgrounds in the subareas of hospitality business management, such as information technology, strategic management, financial management, e-marketing, human resource management and project planning. This innovative program focuses on problem-solving and decision-making skills in response to the rapid growth of information management needs in the hospitality and tourism sectors of industry. The 30-credit program is ideal for industry professionals and hospitality graduates seeking to augment their operational skills with analytical capabilities.A dual degree in the MBA and M.S. in hospitality business management programs is available to graduate students.The M.S. in hospitality business management is available as a thesis or non-thesis program. The 1-year non-thesis option is ideal for you if you’re already working in hospitality – the operational management skills you’ll gain are immediately applicable to your career. The 2-year thesis option prepares you for an academic career – its focus on research makes it the perfect step into a Ph.D. program.

A four-year bachelor’s degree in any academic field from an accredited college or university with a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required. If you have a three-year non-U.S. degree, you may request a review for determination as to equivalency.Unofficial transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework are required with your application. Do not mail official transcripts during the applicant stage. An English translation must accompany transcripts issued in a language other than English.A resume or curriculum vitae that documents your prior work experience, publications, honors and awards received and a summary of your educational credentials.GMAT/GRE OptionalPersonal StatementThree Letters of Recommendation.