Master's Degree in Hospitality Management & Tourism

Nation Builders University – Washington, DC (Hybrid Program)

Program Overview

The Master’s Degree in Hospitality Management & Tourism at Nation Builders University is a graduate-level program designed to develop advanced leadership, strategic management, and operational expertise in the global hospitality and tourism industry.

The program prepares students to take on executive and senior management roles in hotels, resorts, tourism organizations, and international service enterprises. It emphasizes advanced hospitality operations, tourism strategy, customer experience innovation, and sustainable destination development.

Delivered through a hybrid academic model based in Washington, DC, the program combines online coursework, live executive seminars, case-based learning, applied research, and capstone industry projects. This structure supports both working professionals and future hospitality leaders while maintaining rigorous graduate-level academic standards.

Program Highlights

• Hybrid graduate learning model (online + executive hospitality training)
• Advanced hospitality and tourism management curriculum
• Case-based learning from global hospitality industry practices
• Executive-level mentorship and faculty supervision
• Applied research and capstone industry project
• Focus on service innovation and guest experience strategy
• Flexible structure for working professionals and international students
• Career advancement in global hospitality leadership.

Program Information

Program: Master’s Degree in Hospitality Management & Tourism

Institution: Nation Builders University

Location: Washington, DC, United States

Program Type: Graduate Degree (Master’s Level)

Delivery Mode: Hybrid (Online + Executive Learning)

Duration: 2 Years

Total Credits: 60 Credits

Tuition: $18,000 Total

Cost Per Credit: $300

Academic Calendar: Fall, Spring, Summer Entry

Instruction Language: English

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Apply advanced hospitality and tourism management theories to real-world contexts
• Design and implement strategic hospitality operations and service systems
• Evaluate global tourism trends and develop destination strategies
• Lead hospitality organizations with a focus on innovation and service excellence
• Analyze customer experience systems and improve guest satisfaction outcomes
• Integrate sustainability and ethical practices into tourism development
• Conduct applied research in hospitality management and tourism strategy
• Make executive-level decisions in complex hospitality environments.

Curriculum Structure

1. Advanced Hospitality Management

• Strategic Hospitality Management
• Advanced Hotel Operations and Leadership
• Service Quality and Experience Design
• Hospitality Financial Management
• Organizational Leadership in Hospitality.

2. Tourism Strategy & Global Development

• Global Tourism Systems and Policy
• Destination Development and Management
• Sustainable and Responsible Tourism
• Tourism Economics and Market Analysis
• Cultural Heritage and International Tourism.

3. Innovation & Customer Experience

• Hospitality Innovation and Service Design
• Digital Transformation in Hospitality
• Marketing Strategy for Hospitality & Tourism
• Event and Experience Management
• Customer Relationship Management Systems.

4. Applied Research & Capstone Project

• Graduate Research Methods in Hospitality
• Industry Case Study Analysis
• Applied Hospitality Management Project
• Capstone Thesis or Strategic Industry Project
• Executive Presentation and Defense.

Experiential Learning (Executive Level)

Experiential learning focuses on advanced application of hospitality leadership and strategic decision-making in real industry contexts.

Students may engage in:

• Executive hospitality management simulations
• Strategic tourism development projects
• Luxury hospitality and service innovation studies
• Industry consulting projects with hospitality organizations
• Internship or executive residency placements.

Hybrid Learning Experience (DC Graduate Standard)

The program is delivered through a structured hybrid system aligned with U.S. graduate education standards.

Students benefit from:

• Live executive seminars and virtual lectures
• Learning Management System (LMS) access
• Recorded advanced academic content
• Case study discussions and industry analysis
• Faculty mentorship and research supervision
• Applied hospitality strategy and leadership projects.

Career Pathways

Graduates of this program are prepared for senior and executive roles such as:

• Hotel and resort general management
• Hospitality operations director
• Tourism development strategist
• Guest experience and service excellence director
• Event and luxury hospitality manager
• Travel and tourism executive roles
• Hospitality consulting and advisory positions.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must provide:

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business, tourism, or related field
• Official academic transcripts
• Government-issued identification
• Statement of purpose or motivation letter
• Professional CV or résumé (recommended)
• English proficiency documentation (if applicable)
• Non-refundable application fee.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition per Credit: $300

Total Credits: 60

Total Program Tuition: $18,000

Application Fee: $50

Student Support Services

• Graduate academic advising and mentorship
• Hospitality industry executive coaching
• Career advancement and placement support
• Internship and industry partnership guidance
• Digital learning and research resources
• Leadership and hospitality innovation workshops
• Professional networking opportunities.

Graduation Requirements

To earn the Master’s Degree in Hospitality Management & Tourism, students must:

• Complete all 60 graduate credit hours
• Maintain satisfactory academic standing
• Complete applied hospitality or tourism industry project
• Successfully defend a capstone thesis or strategic project
• Fulfill all institutional academic requirements.

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Advance your career in the global hospitality and tourism industry and develop the executive-level skills needed to lead, innovate, and transform service organizations worldwide.

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