Introduction

From hotels to theme parks, the hospitality and tourism industry is one broad collection of fields that is full of vim and vigour. Designed to prime students for a profession at the world’s fastest growing economic sector, the Master of Science in International Hospitality and Tourism Management programme enables students to excel in the field of hospitality and tourism as well as to gain transferrable skills for a range of managerial and entrepreneurial careers.

Throughout the programme, students will learn how to manage people and markets across cultures and grasp a comprehensive insight on tourism, hospitality and events management. Also, students will be thoroughly equipped with a good theoretical and practical knowledge of Project Management focused within the Tourism, Hospitality and Events (THE) industries. Likewise, their soft skills will be further enhanced.

Upon successful completion, qualified students will be awarded the Master of Science in International Hospitality and Tourism Management by Cardiff Metropolitan University. This qualification gives graduates the capacity to critically analyse the global issues which affect hospitality and tourism industries all over the world.

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Curriculum Overview

Programme Structure

DIMENSIONS International College is an approved academic partner of Cardiff Metropolitan University for the above programme.

Objective

• To rigorously train and cultivate future leaders of the hospitality and tourism sector.
• To equip aspirants with the proficiency to secure a leadership/management role and gain a competitive edge in today’s job market.

Designed for

• Graduates who wish to acquire a range of skills and knowledge required for management positions in one of the largest employment sectors both locally and internationally.
• Individuals who aspire to become driven leaders and take up managerial positions in the hospitality industry.

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Area of Studies

Course Structure
Master of Science in International Hospitality and Tourism Management consists of 7 modules.

• Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industries in Context
• Managing People and Markets across Cultures
• Industry Project Management
• Exploring Hospitality and Tourism Landscapes
• Research Methods
• Crisis, Risk and Strategic Change Management
• Dissertation

Course Outline

• Outline for Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industries in Context
• Outline for Managing People and Markets across Cultures
• Outline for Industry Project Management
• Outline for Exploring Hospitality and Tourism Landscapes
• Outline for Research Methods
• Outline for Crisis, Risk and Strategic Change Management
• Outline for Dissertation

Scope of Study
Theories, case analysis and practices in the area of international hospitality and tourism management

Delivery Mode
Classroom lectures and tutorials; case studies and groupwork

Duration

• Full-time: 12 months Institutional Training
• Part-time: 15 months Institutional Training
• Maximum allowed period for a student to complete the course is 36 months, subject to the approval from the Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK.

Opportunities for Further Education/Career Pathway
Students may consider progressing to a Doctoral degree of relevant discipline in any Universities subject to their acceptance.

Notes:

• Graduates progression pathway is subject to the respective Institutions’/Universities’ entry requirements at the point of application.
• Foreigner’s application for jobs in Singapore is subject to the approval from the Ministry of Manpower of Singapore (MOM). DIMENSIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE any success rate of approval.

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Entry Requirements

Academic Level:

One of the following must be fulfilled:

• A degree from a recognised university with a minimum of a 2:2 classification;
• Hold a professional or other qualification which is deemed as acceptable for admission by Cardiff Metropolitan University and have held a responsible position for a minimum of 5 years.

Selection for this course is through an application form and, where necessary, an interview.

English Proficiency: IELTS score of at least 6.5 or pass the DIMENSIONS’ Certificate in Academic English Level 6 or pass the English Proficiency Test at equivalent level conducted by DIMENSIONS or its equivalent. English proficiency may be considered to have been met and an IELTS score may not be required if applicant possesses a highest qualification where English was the sole medium of instruction.

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Duration & Intake

Programme Duration

Class Periods
Full-time
Monday to Friday: 9.30am – 12.30pm and/or 1.45pm – 4.45pm
5 sessions per week, 3 contact hours per session

Part-time
Weekday (Monday to Friday)
Sessions will be held in the evening
and / or
Weekend (Saturday and/or Sunday)
Sessions will be conducted within 9.00am to 6.00pm
1-2 sessions per week, 3 contact hours per session

Examination Period
Assessments in course and / or at the end of semester

Assessment Methods

​Assessment Grading Criteria
Following the University’s Generic Marking Criteria in evaluating a Student’s Knowledge and Understanding, Cognitive Skills, Practical Skills and Key Skills in term of percentages

Expected Examination Results Release Date
Not more than 3 months after the final assessment

Qualification Award
Master of Science in International Hospitality and Tourism Management awarded by Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK

Graduation Requirements
A “Pass” in all assessments of all modules

Note 1: International Student must achieve at least 90% attendance rate (ICA Requirement).
Note 2: International Student must not be absent for more than 7 consecutive days without valid reason (ICA Requirement).
Note 3: Students who do not require ICA’s student’s pass must achieve at least 80% attendance rate.Our College only accept medical certificates as proof for absenteeism. Any other documents should only be accepted on a case-by-case basis with full justification and be acceptable by ICA.
Note 4: In the first week of studies, an induction session will be conducted. The students will be briefed by the Academic Staff on full details of the course including scheme of work, timetable, assessments and grading, assessment and exam dates and venue and many other academic matters.
Note 5: DIMENSIONS has the right to cancel a class/an intake if the minimum number of students enrolled is less than 10 for any programme per class. Students may enroll into a later intake, if any, or withdraw from course. (For refund, please refer to our Refund Policy).
Note 6: Students (both international and local) must achieve an attendance rate of 80% and above in order to qualify for examinations.

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Fees & Funding

Full-time

Part-time

Miscellaneous Fees

Note 1: All miscellaneous fees are inclusive of 7% GST.
Note 2: Total course fees paid (except application fee and GST) by students are protected under the Fee Protection Scheme (FPS).
Note 3: All students must sign the Advisory Note to Student before signing the Standard PEI-Student Contract.
Note 4: The Standard PEI-Student Contract must be signed by the student prior to making course fees payments to DIMENSIONS.
Note 5: The course fees shown above are effective from 20th June 2017. DIMENSIONS reserves the right to make necessary amendments to the course fees without prior notice.

Payment Mode

For more information on Payment Mode, please go to : https://dimensions.edu.sg/current-students/types-of-fee-and-payment-modes/

For more information on Fee Protection Scheme (FPS), please go to : https://dimensions.edu.sg/current-students/fee-protection-scheme/

For further details, please contact your Admissions Officer at 6334 0600.