University of Gloucestershire

Global Business Administration (International Tourism and Hospitality Management) is an applied MBA designed to help you understand how tourism and hospitality businesses operate in a global, fast-changing environment.

You’ll build core business capability first, then specialise in areas such as hospitality operations, international trade considerations, and leadership in tourism-focused organisations.

• Level: Master’s (MBA)
• Specialism: International Tourism and Hospitality Management
• Credits: (Check programme website for the exact credit/ECTS value)
• Delivery: (Check programme website for mode, e.g., on-campus/online/blended)
• Duration: (Check programme website for the exact study length)
• Language of instruction: English
• Tuition fees: (Check programme website for current fees)
• Start dates: (Check programme website for available intakes)
• Application: Submit your application via the University of Gloucestershire admissions process

Programme Structure

The MBA is built around a combination of core business modules and specialist study focused on tourism and hospitality management. Module availability and sequencing can vary by intake—please confirm the latest curriculum on the programme website.

• Global Leadership Challenges: Leadership by Design
• Business Finance and Decision Making
• Managing Business Continuity in a Global Context
• Global Hospitality and Tourism Operations
• International Trade Law

Assessment and progression

You will be assessed through a mix of academic and applied tasks (for example, written assignments, case-based work, and/or project-style learning). Your final stage may include a capstone or dissertation-style requirement depending on the programme regulations—please check the programme website for the exact assessment format.

Academic requirements

GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems.

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English requirements

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Work Permits

Work permit rules depend on your nationality and the visa route you use to study. The information below is general guidance for graduates of programmes in the UK—always check the latest UK Government guidance and your university’s international student advice.

Post-study work options (UK)

• Graduate Route: Many international students who complete an eligible UK degree can apply to stay and work or look for work after graduation.

• Duration: Typically 2 years for most Master’s-level qualifications (subject to eligibility and current rules).

• Eligibility: You must have completed an eligible course at a UK institution and hold a valid student visa at the time of application.

• Work conditions: You can work in any role and you do not need a sponsor for the Graduate Route.

• Timing: Applications are usually made after you have completed your studies and received confirmation from the university.

Check for any work restrictions

Some visa routes and nationalities may have different conditions. If you plan to work after graduation, confirm your eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the programme’s qualification level.

Next step: Visit the programme website and the UK Government visa pages for the most up-to-date information.