STRATEGIC INVESTMENT IN ENHANCING COMPETITIVE EDGE THROUGH A MASTER’S DEGREE IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Ordinarily, when individuals deliberate on selecting an educational institution to further their academic pursuits and augment their knowledge, they meticulously evaluate various academic programs and juxtapose the advantages and distinctions of each institution. Continuing the momentum of successful postgraduate initiatives, in the academic year 2021, Hoa Sen University introduces the Master’s program in Tourism and Hospitality Management to offer learners an additional avenue for elevating their expertise in the field.

The demand for managerial human resources in the tourism service industry.

Today, many localities prioritize tourism as a focal point for economic and social development. However, in reality, the number of personnel at the management level, those who play strategic roles, is still severely lacking. Additionally, tourism associations as well as businesses in the hospitality service sector are in great need of a professionally trained workforce in managerial positions. This presents an opportunity for those who choose to invest in advancing their academic qualifications with a focus on tourism during this period.

Hoa Sen University’s Master’s program in Tourism and Hospitality Management, with its application-oriented and modern approach.

Enrolling in the Master’s program in Tourism and Hospitality Management at Hoa Sen University, students are not only provided with knowledge blocks in economics, management, but also equipped with in-depth knowledge in tourism, hotels, and restaurants policy, communication, and more. Aiming to enhance working capacity in the globalized and modernized environment, the training program is designed to educate tourism managers, hotel managers, service business managers, and management staff at tourism establishments, meeting the demand for mid-level and senior human resources for both the city and Vietnam during the post-Covid period.

The training program is designed to last 18 months, focusing on practicality. Participants in the course are not only provided with in-depth knowledge of the field but also trained in the necessary skills to apply theory into practice. With the guidance of enthusiastic, experienced teaching staff and practical experience, learners have the opportunity to develop their critical thinking abilities, problem-solving skills, and are motivated to unleash their creativity, conduct independent research, and strategize.

Moreover, students also have the opportunity to participate in field trips and observe real-life models of tourism services, restaurants, hotels, etc. Additionally, the university regularly organizes seminars, talk shows, and specialized workshops to help learners share real-life experiences from managers and renowned experts in the industry.

Expanding career opportunities

Hoa Sen University, in general, and its tourism-related training programs have long-established connections with reputable universities and businesses both domestically and internationally. By enrolling in the Master’s program in Tourism and Hospitality Management at the Postgraduate Training Institute, students have the opportunity to meet, exchange professional experiences and realities, as well as update multinational information in the industry through the university’s training partnership networks.

Graduates of the Master’s program in Tourism and Hospitality Management will be equipped with systematic knowledge, useful skills, and sufficient language proficiency to pioneer their careers in the future. Graduates can apply or have more opportunities to compete for managerial positions, strategic consulting, and project management in tourism development projects of state-owned and private organizations. Additionally, students can also participate in teaching at universities or start their own businesses in the tourism, restaurant, and hotel industry.