Introduction
Schiller International University invites you to learn about all our institution has to offer. For over 50 years, we have firmly believed in experiential learning, an educational model that combines knowledge and skill acquisition with solid humanist values. A combined learning process that guarantees to students gains not only proficient professional capacities but also an international mindset to build inclusive and realistic scenarios that unify people, nations, and cultures.
At SIU we are aware that our students will be part of a global, borderless, and hyper-connected world. Thus, our four international campuses provide undergraduate and graduate students with a high-quality variety of degrees valid both in the USA and Europe. All our programs are instructed in English and designed to be customized to each personal scenario. Additionally, all students are encouraged to study abroad at any time during their education to complete their professional expertise with real-life experiences that turn them into truly holistic, well-rounded profiles.
Why study this MBA in International Hospitality and Tourism Management?
This Master provides graduates students seeking to earn an advanced degree with a holistic advanced training in the fields of business, hotel/ restaurant management, tourism, or related areas. The 45 credit MBA program with a concentration in International Hospitality and Tourism Management may be completed in three semesters and one summer session. Students may transfer from one campus to another to complete their degree requirements. Students with bachelor’s degrees in other fields may need to complete MBA preparatory courses. This program may also be completed online.
What am I going to learn?
Graduates of the SIU MBA in International Hospitality and Tourism Management will be able to:
Analyze and interpret the impact of global issues facing hospitality managers.
Assess the potential impact of hospitality operations on the operating environment.
Demonstrate multicultural sensitivity and awareness to global issues, opportunities, and sustainability.
Successfully face the digital impact and new customer habits in the sector.
Create an appropriate strategic plan for a hospitality enterprise.
Demonstrate understanding of other businesses operating within the broader tourism context and hypothesize their impact upon hospitality enterprises.
How am I going to learn?
Start your master's degree at any month during the course and choose between in-person and/or online. Designed to focus student attention and efforts, we structure our study plan with one course per month, capping our classes at a reduced number of students and providing them with holistic learning tools such as:
Interactive lessons
Expert faculty comprised of referred active professionals
Educational technology
International immersion
Professional challenges with real organizations
Top industry lecturers
Academic & career advising
Multicultural and diverse learning environment while developing a strong international professional network
With Whom am I going to learn?
Classmates: An inclusive environment comprised of varied profiles from all over the world that will make you feel 100% integrated.
Faculty: Referred active professionals, sharing in an interactive and proactive way the most updated knowledge from all areas.
Academic & Career Advisors: SIU faculty figures support students in reaching their personal career objectives from day one.
Alumni: A network of more than 20,000 alumni ready to share and help students during their personal and professional development.
Where will I study?
This degree is offered at our Tampa and Madrid International Campuses (in-person format) and also through our Online Campus (hybrid or full-online). SIU allows students to transfer between campuses without loss of credits in order to complete their training with diverse multicultural life experiences to promotes not only remarkable professional capabilities but also strong humanistic values.
