$1.6
Trillion
Master of Science in
Travel and Tourism
This program teaches students to think outside the box in order to curate unique, unforgettable travel experiences in this $1.6 trillion industry.
Innovate the tourist experience
Individualized Professional Development & Career Coaching
Flexible, 100% online format for busy professionals
Global Network of5,000+ Industry Contacts
Travel and tourism play important roles in shaping the many. With a career in this exciting industry, you create experiences that can change the way a person views the world or work for a successful company that boosts an entire community's economy. The travel industry can support millions while providing unforgettable experiences to countless others.
Begin to make your impact at the School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management (STHM). STHM shows you how to lead in this experience-driven industry. Our industry-backed program curriculum pairs hands-on experience and world-class education giving you the knowledge and skills to exceed expectations.
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What can you do with a master's degree in travel & tourism?
There's no one way to use your travel and tourism degree. Graduates of our program work in exciting sectors, including:
- Convention & Visitors Bureaus
- Destination Marketing Organizations
- Tourism Attractions
- Chambers of Commerce
- Convention Centers
- Tour Operations
- Local, State and National Tourism Bureaus
An Industry Booming with Opportunity
Tourism and Hospitality Management at a Glance
Hospitality and tourism are some of the world’s largest and fastest-growing industries — reaching nearly $1.6 trillion in hotel bookings in 2017. Dubbed “America’s unsung hero of job creation” by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, this vibrant industry is constantly blooming with growth and earning potential.
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About The Program
The Master of Science in Travel and Tourism is designed for those looking to accelerate their careers or make big moves into the travel and tourism industry. The program consists of 10, 3-credit courses and students have the opportunity to take one at a time over a 5-week period equating 3 courses per semester. This structure allows full-time working professionals to complete the program in as few at 13 months. Best of all, the program is 100% online helping you to create an ideal work-life balance.
Looking to enhance your professional expertise, but not quite ready to commit to a master’s program? STHM offers 3 travel and tourism graduate certificates: Global Tourism, Destination Management and Tourism Analytics. Credits earned in these certificate programs may be transferred to a Master of Science in Travel and Tourism.
Learn more about the curriculum including tailored travel and tourism courses and graduate certificates.
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Learn how to take the next step in your travel and tourism career.
Paying for your degree
Tuition:
$933 per credit hour
Total Credits: 30
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Note: Rates listed are for the 2018-2019 academic year, only. Tuition rates for the upcoming academic year are approved and announced by the Temple University's Bursar's Office every July.
Application information & deadlines
Fall 2019 Deadlines
December 15 - Early Decision Deadline
March 1 - Priority Scholarship & International Student Deadline
June 30 - Final Application Deadline
Spring 2020 Deadlines
August 1 - International Student Deadline
November 1 - Final Application Deadline
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Sample Class: The Business Case For Sustainable Tourism
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