Sunway University

Overview

The International Hospitality Management programme at Sunway University is designed to equip students with the strategic and analytical skills necessary for leadership roles in the dynamic fields of hotels, events, and destination management. This postgraduate course emphasizes a comprehensive understanding of hospitality operations, focusing on key areas such as revenue management, brand strategy, and applied research, culminating in a real-world project that enhances decision-making capabilities in industry contexts.

What you'll study

The curriculum is structured to progress from essential management concepts to advanced strategic applications and research methodologies. Students will engage with a blend of core courses and a research-focused capstone project.

• Core strategy & marketing: Marketing Innovation for Hospitality Business; Brand Management for Hospitality Business; Competitive Strategies for Hospitality Business
• Commercial performance: Advanced Revenue Management
• Leadership & operations: Leadership for Hospitality Business; Global Food Management; Contemporary Issues in Hospitality
• Events & industry practice: Events Planning and Management
• Research & applied project: Research Methods for Hospitality and Tourism; Hospitality Research Project

Capstone requirement: The Hospitality Research Project allows students to apply research methods to a topic in hospitality or tourism, promoting evidence-based recommendations.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

• A recognized Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50/4.00 (or equivalent) from an accredited institution, as accepted by the University’s Senate.
• Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree with a CGPA below 2.50/4.00 may be considered if supported by a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• APEL.A: An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-7) may be accepted, subject to the university’s assessment process.

English requirements

• IELTS (Academic): minimum 6.0
• TOEFL iBT: minimum 100
• PTE Academic: minimum 70

Documents typically required

• Completed application form
• Academic transcripts and degree certificate(s)
• English test score report (or approved alternative evidence)
• CV/resume (recommended for applicants using work experience)
• Passport copy and other identity documents (as requested by the university)

Career prospects

Graduates of the International Hospitality Management programme are well-prepared for various leadership positions within the hospitality sector. Career opportunities may include roles in hotel management, event planning, destination marketing, and consultancy, among others. The skills and insights gained from this programme empower graduates to navigate the complexities of the global hospitality industry successfully.