MBA in Leisure & Tourism Management

EU Business School Barcelona
Program overview
1-2 years
Full time/part time
Master's degree
Scholarships available
English

Start dates
Barcelona
January 2024

Barcelona
March 2024

Barcelona
October 2024

Barcelona
January 2025

About this program

MBA in Leisure & Tourism Management

Tourism is the fastest-growing industry in today’s business world and companies continue to require academically qualified managers to afford them an insight into the industry. This specialization explores the theories, practices and business models that make up the tourism and leisure field. Focusing on the development of executive skills, strategic aptitudes and creative thinking, this program will deliver the key competencies required in the industry while developing an understanding of international and intercultural management needs.

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Admission requirements

At EU we understand that choosing an MBA program that fulfills your professional objectives while fitting your educational goals is a process that requires a lot of research and deliberation. EU's dedicated admissions team is available to help students with any queries or questions they might have. To find out more about EU Business School, we also encourage students to visit our campuses, meet current EU students and attend our classes and open day sessions.

Admission Requirements*:

  • 1 certified copy of bachelor's degree and transcripts
  • Proof of English level: TOEFL score 89 (internet-based), 233 (computer-based); IELTS 6.5; CAE C1 with a minimum score of 176; native English speaker or equivalent

Candidates who wish to apply for the state-recognized MBA degree from London Metropolitan University must have two years of professional work experience in addition to the requirements listed above. Students with less than two years of work experience may apply for the state-recognized MSc in International Business Management also from London Metropolitan University.

Applicants must also meet one of the following:

  • A GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  • A satisfactory score on the GMAT or GRE
  • An interview with the academic dean

* Students not meeting these criteria will have an interview with the admission committee and will be considered on a merit basis. For more information, please contact the admissions department of your chosen campus.


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Program content

Year 1

Term 1

  • Transformational Management & Leadership
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Marketing in a Digital World
  • Data Analysis for Managers
  • Negotiation
  • Consulting Lab
  • Crafting Your Future I

Term 2

  • Corporate Finance
  • People & Talent Management
  • Global Economics for Managers
  • Strategy & Decision Making
  • Management Information Systems
  • Communication for Success
  • Legal Issues & Business Ethics
  • Crafting Your Future II
  • Business Strategy Simulation

Term 3

  • International Tourism Management
  • Strategic Tourism Marketing
  • Environments of Tourism
  • Culture & Cross-Cultural Management in Tourism
  • Digital Business in Tourism

Scholarships & funding

Several scholarship options are available. Please check the institute website for more information.

Program delivery

Three terms/one year (full time) or six terms/two years (part time)

Tuition

Tuition fee per term: € 7,300

Qualification

Credits: 90 ECTS

Degree Awarded

  • A university MBA degree awarded by Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), (título propio), a state-recognized university in Spain.
  • An MBA degree from EU Business School Switzerland which is internationally accredited by ACBSP, IACBE, IQA and certified by eduQua.

Learning Outcomes

In addition to industry-specific modules, the program focuses on development strategies and management styles specifically geared toward creating leaders in the industry who can also apply the same skills to the wider commercial market. Students will:

  • Investigate the impact of tourism planning and development on economic, sociocultural and physical environments.
  • Look at business from the point of view of both the consumer and the service provider.
  • Explore issues that concern host-visitor relationships.
  • Study the major processes within marketing through case studies and class discussion.

Career paths

The MBA with a major in leisure & tourism management provides students with knowledge of business as well as a skillset in leisure and tourism. Graduates of this MBA program may be interested in the following careers.

  • Event Planner
  • Wellbeing Manager
  • Hospitality Financial Manager
  • Regional Manager

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Why study at EU Business School Barcelona


  1. International: Our student body comprises more than 100 nationalities, with 98% of students speaking two or more languages.
  2. Small class sizes: Greater interaction between students and faculty guarantees heightened academic achievement.
  3. Experiential learning: The case study method and a pragmatic approach are two of our most effective tools.
  4. Outstanding faculty: Our team is composed of highly qualified academics, entrepreneurs, consultants and business leaders.
  5. Ranked among the best: Programs within our network are consistently featured in the top tier of global and European rankings.
  6. Building a business personality: We are committed to encouraging students to build the most valuable brand they can market: themselves.

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Based on 1 reviews.

sapan shah

its is the world best college in the world for travel and tourism,student can get axillent exposure,and good cultural exchange,its is must for the tourism,this college provide future manager or perfect man for the tourism industry.for my view this is best college.

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