MSc Strategic Hotel Management

The MSc Strategic Hotel Management from the University of Surrey is a postgraduate degree designed for individuals with a background in hotel management or experience within the industry. This programme aims to provide advanced skills and strategic thinking necessary for managing international hotel companies. A key focus is on understanding industry priorities and improving digital abilities.

The curriculum offers an understanding of the hotel industry. This learning benefits from the expertise of the university's academics and its connections with the industry. This approach ensures that students are ready for senior management and leadership positions.

Learning involves lectures, seminars, workshops, and independent study. Assessments include coursework, presentations, group projects, case studies, and a dissertation.

The University of Surrey is a highly regarded public research university in Guildford, England, just a 35-minute journey from central London. The university is recognised for its emphasis on practical learning, excellent research, and great partnerships with industries.

The University of Surrey’s Hospitality and Tourism management courses are ranked among the most promising globally. It is ranked first in the UK and 15th in the world in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024 for Hospitality and Leisure Management.

Grade Requirements

• International students need a minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in Hospitality or Hotel Management, or an equivalent qualification.
• Applicants may also be considered if they have a 2:2 UK honours degree in Business or Management, plus three years of work experience in the hospitality industry.

English Proficiency

• Applicants need an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0.
• The university also accepts other English language qualifications such as TOEFL (iBT), PTE Academic, Duolingo English Test, and LanguageCert Academic.

The tuition fee for international students opting for the MSc Strategic Hotel Management course at the University of Surrey is £19,900 in the 2025/26 academic year.

The University of Surrey offers scholarships to help students with their education costs. International students may be eligible for the Surrey MBA Scholarship, which can provide up to 50% of the tuition fee.

Students can also benefit from additional opportunities. You could be eligible for the Vice-Chancellor’s Future Leaders Award, which offers around £7,500. The Employer Partnership Scholarship can provide up to 40% towards your fees; the International Excellence Award provides a £5,000 fee waiver. You will also get access to the GREAT Scholarships, which offer £10,000.

Completing the MSc Strategic Hotel Management at the University of Surrey prepares graduates for many professional positions, including:

• Hotel General Manager
• Revenue and Asset Manager
• Hospitality Consultant
• Director of Sales and Marketing
• Hotel Property Development Manager
• Corporate roles within International Hotel Chains

If you are interested in this course, help is available for your application to the University of Surrey. Contact AHZ counsellors now.