Master of Tourism Management (MTOUR)

Kisii University

Important info

Due to the rapid growth in local Tourism Industry as well as the recent trends of globalization and liberalization for local and international economies, both public and private sectors, require human resource with knowledge and skills n Tourism necessary for efficient and effective planning, development and management in competitive changing economic environments. The Master in Tourism Management (TOUR) Programme brings together fresh graduates and those from a variety of professional areas in the private and public sectors, especially the Tourism Sub-Sector such as Travel and Tour Guide operations and Hotel Industry. Links with the business community, industry and other business institutions are an import component of the TOUR programme.

  • Master
  • On Campus
  • Kisii
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Start Date: Flexible
  • Price on application

Where and when

Start DateLocation

Flexible

P. O. Box 408-40200,Kabarnet

Kisii,Kenya

FAQ

Which are the objectives of the course?

The main aim of the Master of Tourism Management Programme is to equip graduates with high level training in various areas of Tourism Management.
Specifically, the Programme will enable the graduates to;
3.1Evaluate practical Tourism experience from an academic, practical and critical perspective;
3.2Develop awareness of the changing local and international environment in the Tourism sector;
3.3Integrate theoretical and practical implications of ordinary and extraordinary Tourism management in various environmental settings; and
3.4Develop the essential skills and knowledge to deal with quality, change and employment issues facing Tourism in contemporary organizations.

What are the admission criteria?

4.1The common University rules and regulations for the Masters Degree Programme specified in the Kisii University Statutes shall be applicable.
4.2In addition to 4.1 above, A holder of a lower second class honors degree from a recognized university with at least two (2) years relevant work experience or relevant professional qualifications, shall be eligible for admission for the Master in Tourism Management (TOUR) programme.