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COURSE DETAILSInternationalTourism andHospitalityManagementMScYOU WILL LEARN TO:> > Manage a variety of business >functions such as finance, >human resource management, >and operations management> > Apply management principles >and concepts used in both nationaland international tourism andhospitality management> > Develop your knowledge and skillsof core tourism and hospitalitymanagement functionsCOURSE CONTENT:> > Event Management> > Finance for Managers> > Operations Management> > Strategic Management in >Tourism and Hospitality> > Global Marketing Management> > e-business and IT applications >for Tourism and Hospitality> > Human Resource ManagementKey IssuesTourism and hospitality as an industry is clearly linked to otherkey sectors within the economy, therefore trends within thisindustry cannot be considered in isolation from other key driverswhich shape the world we live in. This link has created a clearrequirement for a greater knowledge of trends underpinningdevelopment which will impact on the capacity of destinationmanagers and tourism operators to formulate strategies toachieve competitive advantage for their organisations.On a national level, tourism generates over £4 billion for theScottish economy each year and supports around 218,000 jobs,making it one of Scotland’s highly successful industries. The tourismand hospitality industry in Scotland delivers benefits to the wholecountry, helps support infrastructure and has strong economiclinks to other sectors such as food and drink, and retail.PROGRAMME OVERVIEWThis new course has been developed in recognition of theimportance of these new developments in one of the world’slargest growth industries; and to enable those who wish to entermanagement level roles to gain skills, knowledge and expertisealongside a highly relevant academic qualification. You will developcritical thinking, appraisal skills and the practical application ofacademic models relevant in today’s international tourism andhospitality industry. You will also have the opportunity to interactwith industry contacts from the Scottish Centre of Tourism (SCoT),VisitScotland, the Scottish Government and the many private sectorcompanies with an involvement with SCoT.WHO SHOULD ATTENDThe course is suitable for those with an undergraduate degreein any business discipline looking to enter the profession anddevelop their career to management level. This course has alsobeen designed to develop individuals currently working withinthe tourism and hospitality industry and looking to progress tomanagerial or senior management positions.BENEFITS TO YOUThis course has been created in response to the existing andforthcoming needs of the tourism and hospitality industry bothnationally and internationally. The forecasted shifts in consumervalues, political forces, environmental changes and the growth ofinformation and communication technology, will in turn requirequalified and experienced managers to lead this development.CAREER OPPORTUNITIESThe tourism and hospitality industry provides great careeropportunities across the globe including management of multinationalhotels, resorts, national tourism development, tourismenterprises and attractions. These roles require the sharpest ofprofessional management skills coupled with an acute knowledgeof how to direct operations. These changes have inevitably hadan impact on the training requirements within the industry.Previously you were able to start your career at entry level andprogress through the ranks without the need for any formalqualification; this is no longer the case. As the internationaltourism and hospitality industry continues to exhibit growth andopportunity, the worldwide demand for suitably qualified managersto take lead roles in both the private and public sectors is also onthe increase.BENEFITS TO ORGANISATIONSAccording to the World Travel and Tourism Council, the worldwideexpenditure on hospitality and tourism is set to increase overthe foreseeable future. The value of the UK hotel market alonehas increased considerably and highly trained, multi-disciplinedmanagers with knowledge and understanding of internationalmarkets, enable your organisation to capitalise on this growth.It’s been fun sharingexperiences with the otherstudents on the course, who’vecome from other areas of thetourism industry. It’s beeninteresting to meet up with andlearn alongside students on themore general business modulessuch as finance, operationsmanagement, human resourcesand international business.I have enjoyed the mix of ‘pure’tourism modules and thebusiness modules. I think it isvital that tourism is understoodas being an industry, and theskills required include thoserequired of managers andleaders everywhere.Cathy Guthrie,MSc INTERNATIONAL tourismAND HOSPITALITY managementKEY DETAILSSTUDY OPTIONSFull-time, Part-timeSTART DATESSeptember>JanuaryCOURSE DURATIONFull-time 1 year>Part-time 3 yearsFUNDINGAvailable, visit >www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarshipsFINAL AWARDMScEXIT AWARDPgCert/PgDip/MScCOURSE LEADERAndrew Martin>a.martin@rgu.ac.uk >T +44 (0)1224 263036FURTHER INFORMATIONwww.rgu.ac.uk/absACCREDITATIONRECOGNISEDFEESTotal cost of MSc*:Full-time >UK/EU>£3,400Full-time >International>£8,650Part-time>UK/EU/International>£8,544*Course fees will differ depending on >your final exit award>Apply online now46 A CLEAR FUTURE 47