Program Overview
The Strategic Hotel Management at University of Surrey is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Strategic Hotel Management programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 19,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Guildford, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Strategic Hotel Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Methods
- Strategic Marketing and Brand Management
- Hotel Investment and Finance
- Hotel Operations Analysis
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Strategic Management Of International Hotel Companies
- Revenue Management
- Project Management
- Business Plan for Hospitality and Tourism
- Event Operations Management
- Research Dissertation
- Applied Dissertation
- Business Planning Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry Requirements
This programme is designed exclusively for students who already have qualifications or experience in hotel management.
Applicants should normally hold an upper second class degree or equivalent in a hospitality management discipline or an upper second class degree in another management related discipline but with three years\' management experience in the hospitality industry.
Higher level professional qualifications may also be accepted. Each applicant is assessed on their own merit.
Documents Required:
- Scanned copies of signed/stamped qualifications\xc2\xa0
- Evidence of English language level\xc2\xa0
- A copy of your passport\xc2\xa0
- A personal statement\xc2\xa0
- A research proposal\xc2\xa0
- Contact details of two referees
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 19,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Surrey directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Surrey
University of Surrey
Guildford, United Kingdom
University of Surrey is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 1 September 2026
- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months