Overview

The Hospitality and Tourism Management M.Sc. at Purdue University provides a comprehensive interdisciplinary curriculum designed to equip students with the analytical skills necessary for leadership in the global service economy. This programme integrates rigorous academic theory with practical industry insights to prepare graduates for diverse roles in hospitality, travel, and service-related sectors.

Why Hospitality and Tourism Management at Purdue University?

Students benefit from learning within the White Lodging-J.W. Marriott, Jr. School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, a centre recognised for its world-class faculty and research excellence. The programme offers access to specialised facilities, including the Purdue Tourism and Hospitality Research Center and the Sustainable Tourism and Responsible Travel Lab. Small class sizes ensure personalised engagement with experts, while the flexible curriculum allows for interdisciplinary study across various university departments. The school’s strong reputation is further evidenced by students winning prestigious global marketing case competitions and international research awards.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 29194 per year
National fee: USD 28794 per year
Local fee: USD 9992 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum offers both thesis and non-thesis tracks, allowing students to tailor their studies toward academic research or professional management. Modules may include:

Hospitality Principles and Communication
Rural Tourism and Leisure Farm
Sustainable Tourism
Destination Marketing and Management
Service Innovation
Consumer Behaviour in Fashion, Retail, and Luxury
Finance and Strategic Management
Revenue Management and Pricing
Supply Chain Management

Careers with Hospitality and Tourism Management

Graduates are prepared for high-level positions across a broad spectrum of service-oriented industries. The versatile skill set developed during the programme is highly applicable to sectors such as food and beverage, transportation, healthcare, and senior living. Many alumni pursue successful careers in consultancy, retail management, and destination marketing. For those completing the thesis track, the programme serves as a robust foundation for doctoral studies and careers in academic research or teaching at major international institutions. The school’s focus on critical thinking and data analysis ensures that graduates remain competitive in the evolving digital service landscape.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Branding & Marketing
Business Strategy
Consumer Behavior
Corporate Social Responsibility
Cross-Cultural Study
Culinary Education & Training
Employee Wellbeing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

West Lafayette, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

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Recommendation Letters
- Three letters: One must be a professional affiliation and other two must be academic affiliation. Must be on official letterhead.
Statement of Purpose
GRE or GMAT Test
- GRE Minimum: Verbal: 145; Quantitative: 145;
- GMAT Minimum (MS): 550 total
- GMAT Minimum (PhD): Verbal: 30th percentile; Quantitative: 30th percentile;
Diversity Essay
Resume

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29194 USD / year

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Out-of-State

28794 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

9992 USD / year

≈ 9992 USD / year

Living costs

West Lafayette

United States

1096 - 1774 USD / month

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