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What is Hospitality Management?
Quick read
- Hospitality management covers hotel and resort operations, food and beverage, events, revenue management and tourism.
- Many programmes include paid or credit-bearing internships in hotels and resorts.
- Spain, Malta, Dubai, Australia and the UK all have hospitality-focused schools or programmes.
- UK assistant general managers start on £20,000–£40,000; general managers usually earn £50,000–£60,000 (Prospects, 2025).
- Language skills and customer-facing experience help a lot in this field.
Hospitality management prepares you to run hotels, restaurants, resorts, events and travel businesses. You learn operations, service design, finance, marketing, revenue management and people management.
Courses are very practical. Many include training kitchens and restaurants, and one or two internships in the industry, which build the experience employers look for.
Why study Hospitality Management abroad
Internships built in
Many hospitality degrees include internships in hotels, often in other countries.
Tourism economies
Destinations such as Spain, Malta, Dubai and Australia have large tourism sectors.
Specialist schools
Some institutions focus only on hospitality and tourism.
Transferable skills
Service, operations and people management skills transfer to many industries.
Specialisations you can choose
- Hotel and resort management
- Events management
- Tourism management
- Food and beverage management
- Revenue management
- Luxury brand management
- Culinary arts management
- Sustainable tourism
Degree options
| Programme | Duration | Typical entry | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's (BBA/BA Hospitality Management) | 3–4 years | Class 12 in any stream | Students after Class 12 |
| Diploma / Higher diploma | 1–2 years | Class 12 or a degree | A shorter, practical route into operations |
| MSc / MBA Hospitality or Events | 1–2 years | Bachelor's in any subject | Graduates moving into hospitality management |
Best countries to study Hospitality Management
SpainHospitality schools such as Les Roches Marbella and a large tourism sector.Study in Spain
MaltaInstitute of Tourism Studies and an English-speaking tourism economy.Study in Malta
Dubai (UAE)Major hotel and events market with hospitality programmes.Study in Dubai (UAE)
AustraliaHospitality and tourism degrees with post-study work rights.Study in Australia
United KingdomHospitality and events degrees with placement years.Study in the UK
Hospitality Management: costs and work rights in 13 countries
The table compares typical international tuition per year in each country (a range across subjects, from our country guides), how long a master's usually takes, and the post-study work route. Notes specific to Hospitality Management are added where they matter.
| Country | Bachelor's / year | Master's / year | Post-study work | What to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £15,000–40,000≈ ₹18.3 lakh – ₹48.8 lakh | £17,000–36,000≈ ₹20.7 lakh – ₹43.9 lakh1–2 years | Graduate visa: 2 years (18 months if you apply from 1 January 2027) Details | One-year taught master's are common. | |
| A$30,000–50,000≈ ₹19.5 lakh – ₹32.5 lakh | A$32,000–55,000≈ ₹20.8 lakh – ₹35.8 lakh1–2 years | Temporary Graduate visa (485): usually 2–3 years; Indian graduates up to 3 years after a master's Details | Many master's are 1.5–2 years; credit for related degrees can shorten them. | |
| C$20,000–60,000≈ ₹13.4 lakh – ₹40.2 lakh | C$10,000–50,000≈ ₹6.7 lakh – ₹33.5 lakh1–2 years | PGWP: up to 3 years, depending on programme length Details | Colleges also offer postgraduate diplomas; check the field-of-study rule for PGWP. | |
| €16,000–30,000≈ ₹17 lakh – ₹31.8 lakh | €16,000–30,000≈ ₹17 lakh – ₹31.8 lakh1–2 years | Stamp 1G: 12 months, up to 24 months after a master's Details | Most taught master's take 1 year. | |
| Up to €20,000up to ≈ ₹21.2 lakh | Up to €25,000up to ≈ ₹26.5 lakh1.5–2 years | 18-month job-seeker residence permit Details | Public universities charge little or no tuition (Baden-Württemberg and TUM charge non-EU fees). Most bachelor's are taught in German. | |
| NZ$36,000–55,000≈ ₹19.4 lakh – ₹29.7 lakh | NZ$40,000–60,000≈ ₹21.6 lakh – ₹32.4 lakh1–2 years | Post Study Work Visa: up to 3 years after a master's Details | Includes 1-year and 1.5–2 year master's. | |
| €9,000–20,000≈ ₹9.5 lakh – ₹21.2 lakh | €12,000–30,000≈ ₹12.7 lakh – ₹31.8 lakh1–2 years | Orientation year: 1 year Details | Research universities and universities of applied sciences both teach in English. | |
| AED 44,000–165,000≈ ₹11 lakh – ₹41.3 lakh | AED 42,000–181,000≈ ₹10.5 lakh – ₹45.3 lakh1–2 years | No dedicated route: employer work visa or a 60–120 day Job Seeker visa Details | Branch campuses award the parent university's degree. | |
| €1,000–27,000≈ ₹1.1 lakh – ₹28.6 lakh | €2,700–43,000≈ ₹2.9 lakh – ₹45.6 lakh1–2 years | Job-search authorisation: 24 months Details | Specialist private hospitality schools set their own fees. | |
| €7,000–15,000≈ ₹7.4 lakh – ₹15.9 lakh | €8,000–20,000≈ ₹8.5 lakh – ₹21.2 lakh1–2 years | Post-study permit: up to 9 months Details | Tourism and hospitality programmes at the Institute of Tourism Studies. | |
| €6,800–12,000≈ ₹7.2 lakh – ₹12.7 lakh | €4,000–18,000≈ ₹4.2 lakh – ₹19.1 lakh1–2 years | Up to 12 months after a master's; none after a bachelor's Details | Public universities teach mainly in Greek; private universities teach in English. | |
| €3,000–10,000≈ ₹3.2 lakh – ₹10.6 lakh | €3,500–12,000≈ ₹3.7 lakh – ₹12.7 lakh1–2 years | Up to 9 months after a master's or PhD Details | English-taught programmes at state and private universities. | |
| €2,500–10,000≈ ₹2.6 lakh – ₹10.6 lakh | €2,300–12,000≈ ₹2.4 lakh – ₹12.7 lakh1.5–2 years | 12-month job-search permit Details | English-taught programmes at state and private universities. |
Ranges are typical yearly international tuition across subjects; lab-based and professional courses often sit at the upper end. Living costs, visa and health cover are extra. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
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Universities to consider for Hospitality Management
Universities on our list known for Hospitality & Tourism, ordered by global ranking, with no more than two per country. Entry rules and fees differ by course, so check the university page or ask us.
Technological University DublinDublin, IrelandQS 2026: 781-790
Griffith UniversityBrisbane, Australia
Humber PolytechnicToronto, Canada
Les Roches MarbellaMarbella, Spain
Universidad EuropeaMadrid, Spain
Institute of Tourism StudiesLuqa, Malta
Global College MaltaKalkara, Malta
Philips UniversityNicosia, Cyprus
Turība UniversityRiga, Latvia
Riga Nordic University (formerly ISMA)Riga, Latvia
Admission requirements
Bachelor's
- Class 12 in any stream
- Minimum marks set by each school
- Interview at some schools
- English test or accepted Class 12 English mark
Master's
- Bachelor's in any subject
- Industry experience helps
- Minimum grade set by each university
Documents you will usually need
- Mark sheets and certificates
- Statement of purpose
- CV
- References
- English test score report
English test scores
| Level | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | IELTS Academic 5.5–6.0 overall is typical at hospitality schools; universities often ask for 6.0–6.5 |
| Master's | IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is typical |
| Other tests | PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT and Duolingo English Test are often accepted |
Typical ranges; each university and course sets its own scores. Prepare with our IELTS and PTE classes.
Skills you will build
- Customer service
- Operations management
- Revenue and cost control
- Team leadership
- Event planning
- Food safety
- Languages
- Problem solving under pressure
Careers and salaries after Hospitality Management
| Job role | UK salary guide | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel manager | £20,000–£40,000 as an assistant general manager; usually £50,000–£60,000 as a general manager | Prospects job profile (UK), 2025 (opens in a new tab) |
| Restaurant manager | Around £26,000–£40,000; over £45,000 with regional responsibility | Prospects job profile (UK), 2025 (opens in a new tab) |
| Event manager | £18,000–£22,000 entry level; £28,000 to over £40,000 for senior event managers | Prospects job profile (UK), 2025 (opens in a new tab) |
UK salary guides are shown so all courses use the same comparison. Pay elsewhere differs, and a job offer abroad is never guaranteed.
Planning a career in Hospitality Management?Our counsellor can map courses to the jobs and countries you're aiming for.
Study Hospitality Management abroad: FAQs
Is hospitality a good course to study abroad?
Yes, if you enjoy working with people and want a career in hotels, events or travel. Internships are a big part of the value.
Are internships paid?
It depends on the school and country. Many hospitality internships are paid, but check the rules of the course and your student visa.
Can I study hospitality after Class 12 commerce or arts?
Yes. Hospitality degrees accept students from any stream.
Diploma or degree?
A diploma is shorter and practical; a degree leads more easily to management roles and postgraduate study.
Do I need a foreign language?
Not always, but languages such as French, Spanish or Arabic help in international hotel careers.
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Sources
- Prospects: hotel manager job profile (opens in a new tab)
- Prospects: restaurant manager job profile (opens in a new tab)
- Prospects: event manager job profile (opens in a new tab)
Researched 23 Oct 2026. Fees, rules and salaries change; confirm with the university or official source before you apply.