Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Hospitality and Tourism Management

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program prepares individuals for careers in management. More specifically, its aim is to provide an opportunity for men and women to develop knowledge, abilities, attitudes, and understanding that will constitute a foundation for growth into competent business management professionals, qualifying graduates to seek employment in major industries, including computer-related services, investment banking/securities and consulting in the areas of marketing, research, analysis, and/or finance.

Westcliff University’s Master of Business Administration program seeks to develop persons who can function successfully in upper middle management and top management positions. The emphasis is on strategic management concepts and principles. The MBA program makes use of recent research findings, uses complex computer models, stresses the importance of human relations skills, and integrates strategic management processes through an objective worldview.

The Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Hospitality and Tourism Management is designed to prepare students for successful careers and leadership roles in the dynamic global hospitality and tourism industries. This concentration equips students with comprehensive knowledge of industry fundamentals, emerging trends, and advanced skills in services management, customer relations, and workplace conflict resolution. Students explore critical topics including technological innovations in hospitality and tourism, hotel and tourism management, revenue optimization, destination management, and restaurant management. Graduates will gain a comprehensive understanding of global hospitality and tourism dynamics, preparing them to succeed in a competitive global economy.