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Tourism and Hospitality Management,
MTHM
The mission of the master's program in Tourism and Hospitality Management is to develop advanced professionals in the field of tourism, hospitality, and commercial recreation management. Professionals in this field should have an education that enables them to be expert managers, marketers, and planners in the public, private, and commercial sectors. The program prepares students to be middle-level and, eventually, to be upper-level managers in the tourism and hospitality industry. The degree program is based not only on the practical application of management techniques, but also on the theoretical foundation that defines the profession. This makes the degree program clearly distinct from generic management curricula that do not include an industry-specific core. (Students interested in studying at the doctoral level should refer to the Ph.D. program in Business Administration with a concentration in Tourism offered in The Fox School of Business and Management.)
Campus
Location:
Main Campus
Students may take their two business electives at the Fort Washington, Ambler, or Center City campuses.
Students are required to complete the degree program through classes offered after 4:30 p.m. Students able to complete the degree program on a part-time basis (8 credit hours or less per semester).
Department
Information
School of Tourism and Hospitality Management
103 Pearson Hall (048-00)
Temple University
Broad Street & Montgomery Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122
STHM@blue.temple.edu
(215) 204-8701
Ranking:
While there is no formal ranking of programs in tourism and hospitality management, the program at Temple University has received national recognition as a new program combining tourism and hospitality management.
Accreditation:
False
Areas
of Specialization:
There are three areas of specialization: Management, Information Technology, and Research.
Management is the traditional management curriculum. This option is designed for individuals who want to increase their management knowledge and potentially to obtain a career promotion in a management position.
Information Technology is designed for individuals who are seeking a career in the dynamic, fast growing tourism.com industry or are seeking to further their knowledge about the latest industry-specific advancements in managing information electronically.
Research is designed for individuals who desire a career in tourism marketing and research firms. These could be commercial businesses or public governmental entities.
Job
Placement:
Students typically find placements in convention and visitors bureaus, event management companies, convention centers, hotels, and resorts.
Affiliation(s):
The program in Tourism and Hospitality Management is affiliated with The Fox School of Business and Management at Temple University.
Interdisciplinary
Study :
The program encourages interdisciplinary coursework, research, and interactions among faculty and students with interests in management, information technology, and research.
Study
Abroad:
Students who wish to do their internships abroad will work closely with their academic advisors who will assist with the necessary contacts and supervision.
Licensure:
False
Non-degree
Student Policy:
Students who are eligible for admission may take up to 9 semester hours of coursework as non-matriculated students. If accepted into the program, the courses may be approved toward the degree program.
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