Master of Arts / Master of Business Administration (Tourism & Hospitality Management)

Awarded by the University of Greenwich, UK

Introduction

The UoG MBA is an internationally recognised Master’s degree in business administration and management. It prepares managers for organization-wide leadership and decision making by examining each of the functions of business in turn. Building on this broad foundation, the MBA focuses on the integrative disciplines of business strategy and the management of change, leading to a real-world consultancy project and an individual piece of business research, submitted as a dissertation. The programme approaches leadership thematically from the starting points of creativity, practicality and social resourcefulness, and focuses strongly on the personal development of participants, including career management.

The objective of the MBA (Tourism & Hospitality Management) is to impart the industry concepts, skills and functions from the management perspective. This involves conceptual learning as well as practical learning. Specifically aimed at working adults and university graduates, the learning process combines the convenience of directed reading, intensive workshops, guest speaker’s seminars and networking.

The University of Greenwich, UK
The University of Greenwich has provided career-orientated programmes for over 100 years. In addition to the theoretical and practical learning from the programme, the MBA benefits from attracting participants from many countries across the globe, all with their own business and cultural experiences. This provides a unique opportunity for students to understand business from a truly international perspective and to forge long-lasting business relationships, and friendships, with other participants globally.

ERCI runs its classes on a lecture-tutorial system. The average teacher-student ratio for lectures and tutorials are as follows:

• Lectures - 150 Students to 1 Lecturer
• Tutorials - 35 Students to 1 Tutor

Academic Progression

Career Opportunities

The MBA gives a sound grounding for management careers at executive level within organisations of all sizes around the world. The practical application within business simulations and the real world consultancy project ensure that participants gain the ability to apply learning to real-world business scenarios, as well as understanding the underpinning theoretical frameworks. Participants are given opportunities to develop their own personal skills, as well as business skills, culminating in individual career development plans.

Course Delivery

Students undertaking the MBA (Tourism & Hospitality Management) programme will be expected to complete 11 modules of academic study, submit a 10,000 Words Masters thesis (Project), as well as fulfill a 60 credit Professional Practice module as part of the academic and professional requirements of this course.

1. This programme is available on both full and part time basis, and will take 24 months & 30 months respectively to complete. Students will attend 3 semesters of academic study, and are expected to complete between 45 credits to 60 credits each semester. Full-time students will attend classes 5 days a week on weekdays, while part-time students will attend classes 3-4 times a week on weekdays.

Course Structure

Specialisations	MBA (International Business)	MBA (Operations & Logistics)	MBA (Tourism & Hospitality Management)
Core Modules	Financial and Management Accounting (ACCO 1116)
	Global Strategy: Analysis and Practice (BUSI 1271)
	Competition & Business Risk (BUSI 1272)
	Global Business (BUSI 1357)
	Global Enterprise & Innovation (BUSI 1358)
	Foundations of Scholarship & Research (BUSI 1459)
	Advanced Professional Development & Research (BUSI 1460)
	Business Research Methods (RESE 1062)
Specialization Modules	International Marketing & Operations Management (MARK 1121)	E-Logistics (BUSI 1252)	Strategic Resorts & Hotel Management (CATE 1106)
	Regulatory Institutions of the World Economy (ECON 1102)	E-Logistics and International Supply Chain Management (BUSI 1150)	BTMICE & Event Management (BUSI 1471)
	Managing Across Cultures (INDU 1103)	Evolving Issues in Supply Chain Management (MARK 1167)	Tourism and Hospitality Marketing (MARK 1164)
Practical Applications	Project (BUSI 1359)
	Professional Practice (BUSI 1360)

*Please click here for module descriptions

Course Availability

Intakes for the MBA (Tourism & Hospitality Management) programme are available each February, June and September. All applications should be submitted to ERCI no later than 1 month before the commencement date.

Assessment Framework

Courses are assessed by a combination of coursework, practical assignments and examinations. Formative assessments will also be included, as well as self- and peer-assessment and a research project.

Entry Requirements

Local Students

Option 1		Option 2	Option 3	Option 4
Completes degree from Local University		Completes Advanced Diploma	Completes Diploma and GCE 'A' Levels	GCE 'O' Levels and below
Without work experience	With 2 years work experience	3 years working experience	Minimum Age 23 3 years managerial experience	Minimum Age 25 5 years managerial experience
Admission to MA	Admission to MBA	Admission to MBA	Admission to Post Graduate Certificate **	Admission to Post Graduate Certificate **

International Students

Option 1		Option 2	Option 3	Option 4
Completes degree from a leading University#		Completes Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree	Completes Diploma from vocational institution	Year 12 and below
Secondary education in English or IELTS 6.5 TOEIC 605-780 Without work experience	Secondary education in English or IELTS 6.5 TOEIC 605-780 With 2 years work experience	Secondary education in English or IELTS 6.5 TOEIC 605-780 3 years working experience	Secondary education in English or IELTS 6.5 TOEIC 605-780 Minimum Age 23 3 years managerial experience *	Secondary education in English or IELTS 6.5 TOEIC 605-780 Minimum Age 25 5 years managerial experience*
Admission to MA	Admission to MBA	Admission to MBA	Admission to Post Graduate Certificate **	Admission to Post Graduate Certificate **

# Please refer to: http://www.gre.ac.uk/international/countries

* Subject to UoG Programme Leader's approval from review of applicant's CV.

** First 60 Credits of MA (BUSI1271, BUSI1272, BUSI1357, BUSI1358). On successful completion, students could be admitted for a further 60 Credits of the MA (ACCO1116 and three options); and on successful completion of that, the final 60 Credits.

Remarks:
Mature candidates above the age of 25 who wish to apply for direct entry into the UoG Master of Arts / Master of Business Administration, who hold at least a Diploma and have a minimum of 5 years of managerial work experience, will be required to undergo an interview conducted by ERCI's Chief Operating Officer / Academic Director / Acting Academic Director to assess for suitability of entry into the said programme. Upon completion of the interview, a case will be presented to the UoG Programme Leader for assessment by ERCI.

Graduation Requirements

Students must successfully complete, or be credited with, at least 180 credits, of which at least 150 must be at a postgraduate level, within the stipulated period of study as set by the University.

Course Fees

The total course fees are S$23,800.00, and are inclusive of examination fees & course materials, but not the cost of textbooks. Course fees are subject to the prevailing GST rates, and are payable to “ERC Institute Pte Ltd” in Singapore DOLLARS.

Course fees and/or other miscellaneous fees are subject to review by management and may change without prior notice. We will try our best to update the fees stated on this website in a timely manner. Our Education Consultants would be pleased to provide you with the most updated price list. You may also seek advice from our Education Consultants for alternative modes of payment.

All Singaporean and Singapore Permanent Residents applicants qualify for a study grant of S$6,000.00, on condition that they pass all the requisite modules of study within the stipulated duration of study (further terms & conditions may apply). For more information on study grants and how to apply, please contact our Education Consultants at 6349 9508 or email enquiries@erci.edu.sg to enquire.

For a full listing of course fees and other charges, please select one of the following:
- Fees Payable for Local Applicants
- Fees Payable for International Applicants

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