International Hospitality and Tourism Management Cardiff Metropolitan University

Overview

Cardiff Metropolitan University's International Hospitality and Tourism Management master’s degree ensures you gain the latest industry knowledge and practical skills with our industry-aligned curriculum. Designed for aspiring hospitality leaders, you’ll explore key issues shaping the sector and master the skills to think critically, solve problems, and understand what really drives success.

Real-world learning opportunities are embedded throughout the course with optional work placement modules, bespoke hotel business simulation software and practical assignments. If you’re looking for even more industry experience, our MSc International Hotel and Hospitality Management with Internship pathway offers the opportunity to spend a year working in industry, either in the UK or overseas.

Throughout the course, you’ll learn to critically reflect on theory and practice, developing as a strategic leader and skilled hotel and hospitality professional, ready for a five-star future.

Employability

You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience through live projects, real-life case studies, work placements and collaboration with our extensive network of industry partners. Our purpose-built hospitality suite with industry standard kitchens on campus is also designed to put theory into practice in a supportive environment.

If you select the Professional Practice module, you’ll complete a 15-day work placement with a real organisation to enhance your employability. There’s also the option to complete a final consultancy project with an industry practitioner, giving you direct experience solving real business challenges.

If you’re looking for even more hands-on experience, our MSc International Hotel and Hospitality Management with Internship pathway offers the opportunity to spend a year working in industry, either in the UK or overseas.

With our strong links with industry and a global network of alumni working across sectors, you’ll be well-connected and career-ready by the time you graduate.