Program Overview
Home Study Postgraduate Taught home Courses Business and Management Sustainable Business Management: Tourism MSc Please note: This page is for 2027 entry. MSc Sustainable Business Management: Tourism UCAS code 1234 Duration 1 year full time Entry year 2026 Campus Penryn Campus Typical offer View full entry requirements 2:2 degree. Contextual offers Why study MSc Sustainable Business Management: Tourism at Exeter? This programme responds to the need for tourism professionals able to provide resourceful and innovative leadership to shape the future of the tourism industry You will learn about key aspects of tourism management grounded in the context of the sustainability and environmental issues that relate directly to the communities and ecosystems around them and across the world. Develop advanced business skills combined with an in-depth understanding of sustainability and the role of business in creating a sustainable future Study a range of modules across a variety of disciplines such as climate change, policy and governance, environment and human health taught by experts in the most pressing sustainability problems and their solutions Progress to careers in general management or leadership positions across all market sectors or more specialist roles in sustainable tourism Apply for Sept 2026 entry Fast Track (current Exeter students) Open Days Get a prospectus Contact Programme Director: Dr Marco Campenni Web: Enquire online Phone: +44 (0)1392 72 72 72 Top 10 for Business and Management 9th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 and The Complete University Guide 2026 100% of our research in Business and Management has internationally excellent impact Based on research rated 4* and 3* in the Research Excellence Framework 2021 Triple accredited Business School AMBA, AACSB, EQUIS Benefit from being based in the South West, a UK tourist hub Largest domestic visitor market outside of London Entry requirements A 2:2 degree from a recognised university.
Key Program Features
Why study MSc Sustainable Business Management: Tourism at Exeter?
- This programme responds to the need for tourism professionals able to provide resourceful and innovative leadership to shape the future of the tourism industry
- You will learn about key aspects of tourism management grounded in the context of the sustainability and environmental issues that relate directly to the communities and ecosystems around them and across the world.
- Develop advanced business skills combined with an in-depth understanding of sustainability and the role of business in creating a sustainable future
- Study a range of modules across a variety of disciplines such as climate change, policy and governance, environment and human health taught by experts in the most pressing sustainability problems and their solutions
- Progress to careers in general management or leadership positions across all market sectors or more specialist roles in sustainable tourism
Career Opportunities
Careers
Graduates may go on to work in a wide range of roles including: market development specialists in tourism destination management organisations, tourism officers, consultants, environmental or community-based organisations, community and economic development roles in government and non-government organisations, specialist positions in the travel and hotel sectors, or might progress to further study at PhD level, going on to develop academic careers.
Graduates will also be well placed to take up general management and leadership positions across all market sectors, such as Graduate Manager, Management Consultant, Business Development Manager. You will also be competitive candidates for specialist environment and sustainability roles such as Corporate Social Responsibility Manager, Environmental/Sustainability Consultant, Environmental/Sustainability Analyst.
Developing your skills and career prospects The University of Exeter Business School provides a range of support to help you develop skills attractive to employers. Visit our postgraduate Business School careers service web page for more information.
Program Curriculum
Course content
You will learn about key aspects of tourism management grounded in the context of the sustainability and environmental issues that relate directly to the communities and ecosystems around you and across the world. You will develop insights into a range of strategic management approaches and tools to address tourism impacts and develop new ways of enabling tourism to benefit people and places.
We place an emphasis on using highly topical real word case studies, along with the opportunity to engage with live projects. You will benefit from studying in a region where tourism plays a vital role in the local economy with opportunities to be immersed in the local community and explore first-hand the challenges and benefits of tourism.
Our range of optional modules from a variety of disciplines enables you to access teaching from experts in the most pressing environmental problems and their solutions. You can tailor the optional parts of your programme to your career and research interests.
Modules Please note that the module information displayed here is from a previous year and is subject to change. During the programme you will study modules totalling 180 credits. Please note that programme structures may be subject to change. Descriptions of the individual modules are given in full on the Business School postgraduate module list. The programme is divided into units of study called modules which are assigned a number of 'credits'. The credit rating of a module is proportional to the total workload, with 1 credit being nominally equivalent to 10 hours of work. 135 credits of compulsory modules, 45 credits of optional modules Compulsory modules Code Module Credits BEPM001 Major Project 45 BEPM003 Business Transformation Case Study 15 BEPM008 Sustainable Business Management 15 BEPM009 Strategic Innovation for Sustainable Business 15 BEPM010 Circular Economy Management Consultancy Services 15 BEPM012 Contemporary Tourism Industry 15 BEPM013 Sustainable Tourism Management 15 Optional modules Code Module Credits BEPM011 Environmental Governance 15 BEPM002 Biomimicry and Circular Economy Design Principles 15 GEOM407 Perspectives on Sustainable Development 15 GEOM363B Themes in Climate Change 15 GEOM418 Marine and Coastal Social-ecological systems 15 HPDM029 Nature, Health and Wellbeing 15 HPDM200 Environmental Health Risks and Epidemiology 15 HPDM183 Global Public Health and Environmental Change 15 HPDM027 Contemporary Environment and Human Health 15 GEOM247 Transforming Energy Systems 15 BEPM014 Environmental Impact Assessment 15 GEOM408 Transdisciplinary Methods for Sustainability Science 15 ENE3004 Life Cycle Analysis 15
Admission Requirements
Entry requirements
A 2:2 degree from a recognised university.
We consider all applications where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study, significant relevant work experience or professional qualifications.
Please also see our guidance on essential documentation required for an initial decision on taught programme applications . Entry requirements for international students English language requirements International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required IELTS test scores for this course fall under Profile B1 . Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 16,500/year (international)
Fees
2026/27 entry
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Scholarships
The University of Exeter offers a wide range of scholarships to support your education, with £7 million available for international students applying to study with us in the 2026/27 academic year , including our prestigious Exeter Excellence Scholarships * . We also provide awards for sport, music and other achievements, as well as regional and partner scholarships with organisations such as Chevening, The Beacon Trust and the British Council. For more information on scholarships and other financial support, please visit our scholarships and bursaries page .
University of Exeter Alumni Scholarship
We are pleased to offer University of Exeter alumni beginning a standalone postgraduate programme in 2026/27 with us a scholarship towards the cost of your tuition fees. Full details can be found here.
*Terms and conditions, including deadlines, apply. See our website for details. .
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Scholarships
The University of Exeter offers a wide range of scholarships to support your education, with £7 million available for international students applying to study with us in the 2026/27 academic year , including our prestigious Exeter Excellence Scholarships * . We also provide awards for sport, music and other achievements, as well as regional and partner scholarships with organisations such as Chevening, The Beacon Trust and the British Council. For more information on scholarships and other financial support, please visit our scholarships and bursaries page .
University of Exeter Alumni Scholarship
We are pleased to offer University of Exeter alumni beginning a standalone postgraduate programme in 2026/27 with us a scholarship towards the cost of your tuition fees. Full details can be found here.
*Terms and conditions, including deadlines, apply. See our website for details. .
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About The University of Exeter
The University of Exeter
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-05-05
- Start Date 2018-09-24
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 60 ECTS / 180 credits (1-year programme)