Master of Science in Strategic Management and Tourism
University of Malta
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Strategic Management and Tourism study programme applies strategy as an integrative approach to the service industries of tourism and culture. These are comprised of the travel, hospitality, events, heritage, attractions, and ancillary services. As a candidate, you will have the opportunity to apply theories and concepts relevant to the Tourism industry. The course is intended to equip you with the necessary skills and competences to collate, analyse and interpret the highly competitive and dynamic market scenario of the tourism economy. The Master of Science in Strategic Management and Tourism study programme applies strategy as an integrative approach to the service industries of tourism and culture. These are comprised of the travel, hospitality, events, heritage, attractions, and ancillary services. As a candidate, you will have the opportunity to apply theories and concepts relevant to the Tourism industry. The course is intended to equip you with the necessary skills and competences to collate, analyse and interpret the highly competitive and dynamic market scenario of the tourism economy.
Career Opportunities
Employability and career progression are key values when choosing a postgraduate degree and this course addresses this aspiration by equipping you with International industry knowledge, frameworks, concepts, tools and techniques for thinking strategically when managing these service-oriented organisations. The service industries of tourism and culture are inextricably linked and form one of the global most important and dynamic service industries. Reading for this specialised MSc ensures higher opportunities for employability as strategists are in demand to steer this growing industry ahead. As a graduate, you will be able to read for an MPhil or PhD after successfully concluding this programme.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) MGT5204 Management Science and Decision Analysis 5 ECTS MGT5207 Strategic Management and Enterprising 5 ECTS MGT5208 Cognitive Heuristics and Judgment in Managerial Decision Making 5 ECTS TTC5104 Principles of Management in Tourism and Hospitality 5 ECTS TTC5200 Managing the Visitor Experience 5 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) MGT5202 Strategic HR and Organisational Behaviour 5 ECTS MGT5203 People Performance Metrics 5 ECTS MGT5205 Service Design and Operations Strategy 5 ECTS TRS5251 Innovative Tourism Management Practices 5 ECTS TTC5101 Planning and Management of Tourism Activities 5 ECTS TTC5203 Intercultural Competencies for Management 5 ECTS TTC5300 Tourism Experience Strategy, Policy and Planning 5 ECTS Year 2 Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) EMA5922 Dissertation 30 ECTS This programme of study is governed by the General Regulations for University Postgraduate Awards, 2021 and by the Bye-Laws for the award of Master of Science - M.Sc. - under the auspices of the Faculty of Economics, Management and Accountancy.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must be in possession of: Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications the degree of Bachelor of Commerce from this University, in the same or in related areas of study as one of the areas of study applied for, obtained with at least Category II or the degree of Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from this University, in the same or in related areas of study as one of the areas of study applied for, obtained with at least Second Class Honours. The Board may also consider applicants in possession of the degree obtained with Third Class Honours, provided that applicants have obtained other qualifications, including relevant work experience, following their first cycle degree or the degree of Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Business and IT from this University, obtained with at least Second Class Honours or the degree of Bachelor of Science in Business and Computing from this University, obtained with at least Category II and with a minimum average of 65% in the Business area. The Board may also consider applicants in possession of the degree obtained with Category III, provided that applicants have obtained other qualifications, including relevant work experience, following their first cycle degree or a first cycle degree from this University obtained with at least Second Class Honours or Category II in an area deemed appropriate by the Board. Applicants shall be required to submit a portfolio covering at least twelve months of relevant and related experiences. Such applicants may also be required to attend an interview to allow the Board to assess their suitability to follow the Course with profit or a first cycle degree from any university that is equivalent to the qualifications set out in paragraphs (a) to (e). In appropriate cases, the Board may require students admitted to the Course to follow and pass supplementary study-units to which a maximum of 12 ECTS credits are assigned, in addition to the programme of study. You are viewing the entry req
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
€10,800 (Non-EU)
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 2 years
- Credits 90
