Course Summary
The MSc in Business and Hospitality is designed for those with hospitality/business qualifications or experience who wish to develop their knowledge of hospitality systems, trends and business applications to an advanced level. The programme is designed as a specialist course which assists students in blending their existing talents with the advanced hospitality and business skills and knowledge needed to manage a modern hospitality organisation.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must present certified and translated copies of their undergraduate degree at a minimum of second class honours or equivalent in a related area.
2. English
A minimum IELTS band level 6.5 (no band lower than 6) or equivalent.
3. Personal statement
Applicants must submit/upload a typed personal statement of approximately 600 words explaining why they wish to undertake the programme, outlining how it fits into their career objectives.
4. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Applicants are required to submit/upload a current CV (max. 2 pages).
5. References
Applicants are required to submit/upload 2 references. One must be an academic reference (in the case of applicants currently undertaking studies) and/or an employer (in the case of applicants currently in employment), and/or suitable personal reference.
6. Passport
A copy of your passport must be submitted/uploaded.
7. Entrance Interview
Suitable applicants must pass an entrance interview. Interviews are conducted by representatives visiting your country or through video conferencing (Skype).
Application Details
WHEN TO APPLY: University of Galway does not set a deadline for receipt of applications (with some exceptions). Offers will be issued on a continuous basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Next start date September 2024
Fees
€10,140 full-time; €5,105 part-time p.a. 2024/25
Fees: Tuition
€10,000 full-time; €5,000 part-time p.a. 2024/25
Fees: Student levy
€140 full-time; €105 part-time p.a. 2024/25
Fees: Non EU
€18,000 p.a. (€18,140 p.a. including levy) 2024/25
Postgraduate students in receipt of a SUSI grant – please note an F4 grant is where SUSI will pay €4,000 towards your tuition (2023/24). You will be liable for the remainder of the total fee. An F5 grant is where SUSI will pay tuition up to a maximum of €6,270. SUSI will not cover the student levy of €140.
Postgraduate fee breakdown = Tuition (EU or NON EU) + Student levy as outlined above.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Career Progression
Graduates with the skills taught in this programme will be highly valued by a range of business and hospitality organisations, both nationally and internationally. The College will organise recruitment fairs in the final semester to give students the opportunity to meet with future employers.
Three reasons to choose this course:
Employability—graduates will have excellent employment opportunities.
Specialist content to enable the management of a modern hospitality organisation.
Direct contact with industry while you study, enhancing your hospitality and business skills.