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Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management (MS)

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The M.S. in Hospitality and Tourism Management program helps you advance your career within the global hospitality and tourism industry by maintaining a competitive skill set. Build on your strengths and interests, broaden your knowledge of the industry, and sharpen your management skills. Plus, the program incorporates your professional and extracurricular experiences into our interactive learning environment.

As a graduate student in hospitality and tourism management, choose from a thesis and non-thesis option. The thesis option is a great fit if you’re interested in the scientific study of the various aspects of the hospitality and tourism industry. You’ll also want to choose this path if you plan to pursue a doctoral degree or a professional research position. The non-thesis option provides a wealth of opportunity if you’d like to gain a managerial or leadership position within the industry. The emphasis of the non-thesis option is on coursework, practical experience, and real-world insight.

Complete your degree in a format that works best for you. Enroll in the online master’s in hospitality and tourism management degree program , take it on campus or customize it through a mix of both to fit your schedule and budget. Please note that the thesis option is not available to students who study fully online.

As a graduate from the Rosen College of Hospitality Management, you’ll be in high-demand for hospitality and tourism organizations around the globe. Many of our alumni go on to work for leading employers including the Walt Disney World Company, Universal Orlando Resort, Hilton, Marriott International, Loews Hotels, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Orange County Convention Center and so many more.

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Ready to get started, course overview, critical issues in hospitality human resources.

Analysis of HR critical factors affecting operation and profitability of hospitality enterprises. Examination of emotional labor, empowerment, burnout, service orientation, turnover, absenteeism, compensation.

Managing Hospitality and Guest Services Organizations

Analysis of the unique problems of managing organizations in the hospitality and guest services industry.

Hospitality/Tourism Strategic Issues

Capstone experience with strategic decision-making principles in hospitality/tourism. Application of skills, knowledge and understanding of areas of concern for formulating and implementing operational strategies.

Hospitality Management & Tourism Skills You'll Learn

• Prepare for higher-level management and leadership positions with the knowledge, connections and experience to gain a competitive edge in the marketplace
• Apply high-level academic knowledge to real-world management challenges
• Handle the analytical, financial, logistical, operational and management challenges that managers face on a daily basis

Career Opportunities

• Hotel Manager
• Restaurant Manager
• Travel and Tourism Services Marketing Manager
• Convention or Conference Manager
• Director of Special Events
• Director of Sales

Admission Requirements

The hospitality and tourism management master’s degree at UCF accepts applications three times throughout the year: fall, spring and summer. You must apply online and submit all requested materials by the established deadline.

The typical candidate:

• Is a professional working in a position related to hospitality, tourism or events.
• Holds an undergraduate degree in hospitality, business management or a related discipline.
• Understands that advanced educational training is required to be competitive in the thriving hospitality, tourism and event industry.

Admission is restricted each semester to individuals showing high promise of success in postgraduate studies. In addition to the requirements, other indicators of promise include the applicant’s extracurricular activities, work experience, job responsibilities and leadership experience, which will be considered in making admissions decisions.

To apply, submit the general graduate admissions requirements , as well as the following items by the deadline:

• One official transcript (in a sealed envelope) from each college/university attended
• Goal statement
• Three letters of recommendation
• The GRE/GMAT is not required, however, the Admissions Committee may ask for the GRE/GMAT to strengthen a candidate’s application package.

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The Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management enables students to build on their strengths and interests, broadens their knowledge of the industry, sharpens their management skills, and incorporates their professional and extracurricular experiences. The Rosen College of Hospitality Management candidates are especially attractive hires for hospitality and tourism organizations around the globe.

The typical Hospitality and Tourism Management MS candidate:

• Is a professional working in a position related to hospitality, tourism, or events.
• Holds an undergraduate degree in hospitality, business management, or a related discipline.
• Understands that advanced educational training is required to be competitive in the thriving hospitality, tourism, and event industry.

The program offers thesis and non-thesis options. The thesis option is intended for students who are interested in the scientific study of the various aspects of the hospitality and tourism industry and who may anticipate pursuing a doctoral degree or a professional research position. The non-thesis option is intended for students who anticipate a managerial and leadership position in the hospitality and tourism industry. The emphasis of the non-thesis option is on coursework, practical experience, and real-world insight. You can complete your degree either fully online, face-to-face, or customize it through a mix of both to fit your schedule and budget, although the thesis option is not available to students who study fully online. A maximum of three credit hours of restricted elective may be taken as an independent study.

The Rosen College of Hospitality Management aims to provide students with an outstanding graduate hospitality management educational experience and serve other stakeholders with continuing education, research, and service. The College is committed to UCF's goals by providing intellectual leadership through quality hospitality education, international prominence by means of educational and research programs, promotion of a global perspective, nurturing inclusiveness and diversity, and partnerships with local, national, and international hospitality and tourism constituencies.

Please note: Hospitality and Tourism Management (MS) may be completed fully online . However, the thesis option is not available to students who study fully online, and not all elective options or program prerequisites may be offered online. Newly admitted students choosing to complete this program exclusively via UCF online classes may enroll with a reduction in campus-based fees.

International students (F or J visa) are required to enroll in a full-time course load of 9 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters. Only 3 of the 9 credit hours may be taken in a completely online format. For a detailed listing of enrollment requirements for international students, please visit http://global.ucf.edu/ . If you have questions, please consult UCF Global at (407) 823-2337.

UCF is not authorized to provide online courses or instruction to students in some states. Refer to State Restrictions for current information.

Program Prerequisites

For students with undergraduate majors in Hospitality Management or Business Administration, there will be no undergraduate course prerequisites, provided they have successfully completed an undergraduate course in statistics or applied quantitative analysis with a grade of "C" or higher.

For industry professionals with an undergraduate degree in a discipline other than Hospitality Management or Business Administration, the following two undergraduate courses "may" be required to be completed with a grade of "B" or higher within the first year of course work in the program (decisions are made at the discretion of the Graduate Recruitment Team).

• HFT 2401 - Hospitality Industry Financial Accounting
• HFT 3431 - Hospitality Industry Managerial Accounting

Students would also have to have successfully completed an undergraduate course in statistics or applied quantitative analysis with a grade of "C" or higher within the first year of course work in the program. The following undergraduate courses "may" be required to be completed with a grade of "B" or higher within the first year of course work in the program (decisions are made at the discretion of the Graduate Recruitment Team).

• STA 2401 or STA 2023 or
• HFT 3465 Applied Quantitative Analysis for the Hospitality and Tourism Industry

Degree Requirements

Required courses.

• HMG6228 - Critical Issues in Hospitality Human Resources (3)
• HMG6245 - Managing Hospitality and Guest Services Organizations (3)
• HMG6477 - Financial Analysis of Hospitality Enterprises (3)
• HMG6585 - Data Analysis in Hospitality and Tourism Research (3)
• HMG6596 - Strategic Marketing in Hospitality and Tourism (3)
• HMG6296 - Hospitality/Tourism Strategic Issues (3)

Thesis Option/Nonthesis Option

• An appropriate culminating academic experience is required of all master's degree candidates. For those students in the thesis option, a thesis defense is required. Thesis defenses will be approved by a majority vote of the thesis advisory committee. Further approval is required by the Dean of the Rosen College of Hospitality Management and the UCF College of Graduate Studies before final acceptance of the thesis in fulfilling degree requirements.
• HMG6586 - Research Methods in Hospitality and Tourism (3)
• HMG6971 - Treatise (Thesis OF Research Report) (1 - 99)
• FSS6365 - Management of Food Service Operations (3)
• HMG6227 - Advanced Training and Development in the Hospitality Industry (3)
• HMG6251 - International Lodging Accommodations Analysis (3)
• HMG6267 - Case Studies in Restaurant Management (3)
• HMG6291 - Hospitality Entrepreneurship: Concept Creation to Capitalization (3)
• HMG6347 - Contemporary Issues in the Resort Industry (3)
• HMG6446 - Hospitality/Tourism Information Technology (3)
• HMG6476 - Feasibility Studies for the Hospitality/Tourism Enterprises (3)
• HMG6528 - Convention and Conference Sales and Services (3)
• HMG6529 - Contemporary Issues in Resort Sales Management (3)
• HMG6533 - Hospitality/Tourism Industry Brand Management (3)
• HMG6556 - Digital Marketing and Big Data Management for Hospitality and Tourism (3)
• HMG6565 - Social Media in Hospitality and Tourism (3)
• HMG6566 - Principles of Destination Marketing and Management (3)
• HMG6710 - International Tourism Management (3)
• HMG6738 - Tourism Industry Analysis (3)
• HMG6756 - Mega-Events (3)
• HMG6797 - Event Administration (3)
• HMG6466 - Applied Revenue Management Techniques in Hospitality (3)
• HMG6229 - Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethics in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry (3)
• HMG6449 - Smart Travel and Tourism (3)
• HMG6757 - Advanced Theme Park and Attraction Management (3)
• HMG6810 - Food Supply Chain Management (3)
• HMG6811 - Beverage Supply Chain Management (3)
• HMG6224 - Leadership in Hospitality and Tourism (3)
• HMG6223 - Leading Innovation and Change in Hospitality and Tourism (3)
• HMG6299 - Contemporary Issues in Hospitality and Tourism Leadership (3)
• An appropriate culminating academic experience is required of all master's degree candidates. For students in the non-thesis option, an appropriate culminating academic experience is the successful completion of HMG 6296 - Hospitality/Tourism Strategic Issues, a required course in the curriculum that is designated as a capstone course. This capstone course acquaints students with the principles of strategic decision-making in various sectors of the tourism and hospitality industry. Students are required to apply skills, knowledge, and understanding in order to identify areas of concern encountered by managers responsible for formulating and implementing operational strategies.

Independent Learning

• Candidates for the MS degree are constantly challenged with numerous requirements to engage in independent learning during the program of study through special projects and papers. For students in the non-thesis option, an appropriate culminating academic experience is the successful completion of HMG 6296 - Hospitality/Tourism Strategic Issues , a required course in the curriculum that is designated as a capstone course. HMG 6296 should be taken during the final term of study, and enrollment is based on approval. This capstone course acquaints students with the principles of strategic decision-making in various sectors of the tourism and hospitality industry. Students are required to apply skills, knowledge, and understanding in order to identify areas of concern encountered by managers responsible for formulating and implementing operational strategies.

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MS in Travel and Tourism Management Curriculum

Degree/curriculum structure.

CORE CURRICULUM: The MS in Travel and Tourism Management core curriculum is designed to provide you with a deep and broad travel and tourism management foundation that serves you throughout your career.

ELECTIVE COURSES: MS in Travel and Tourism Management students can choose from numerous industy related elective courses. Electives can also be taken in other academic areas of study offered across NYU SPS.

CAPSTONE COURSES: In the capstone courses, students apply their cumulative knowledge to projects that meet the needs of our industry partners.  

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Program requirements.

This 36-credit, full– or part-time program of study consists of a sequence of core courses, electives in specialized areas, and a capstone project whereby students research a leadership challenge for industry organizations. It is international in scope, and reflects the opportunities and challenges tourism managers face in today’s globalized world.

Core Curriculum

The core curriculum is designed to provide you with a deep and broad foundation that serves you throughout your career. Students are required to take all of the following courses

• TCTM1-GC3350 Trends in Travel and Tourism 3
• TCTM1-GC3650 Data Analytics for Hospitality and Travel 3
• TCTM1-GC3560 Business Communications 3
• TCTM1-GC3705 Financial Analysis for Hospitality and Travel 3
• TCTM1-GC3340 The Travel and Tourism System 1.5
• TCTM1-GC3520 Design Thinking and Innovation 1.5
• TCTM1-GC3920 Internship 1.5

Students may choose to combine any of the courses below until they reach the required 18 credits.

• TCTM1-GC1040 Tourism Planning 3
• TCTM1-GC3245 Placemaking and Destination Branding 3
• TCTM1-GC3205 PR, Media and Advertising 3
• TCTM1-GC3250 Digital Marketing 3
• TCTM1-GC3260 Ideation - Value Creation 1.5
• TCTM1-GC3265 Proof of Concept - Prototyping 1.5
• TCTM1-GC3605 Travel Technology and New Media 3
• TCTM1-GC3120 Social Entrepreneurship 3
• TCTM1-GC3545 Customer Relationship Management and Loyalty 3
• TCTM1-GC3370 Visitor Attractions and Entertainment 3
• TCTM1-GC3105 Corporate Travel Management 3
• TCTM1-GC3115 Airline Management 3
• TCTM1-GC1060 Creative Community Tourism Development 3
• TCTM1-GC3320 Cultural Heritage Tourism 1.5
• TCTM1-GC3345 Sustainability, CSR and Impact Planning 3
• TCTM1-GC3925 Special Topics in Travel and Tourism 1.5-3
• TCTM1-GC4000 Individual Thesis 3
• TCTM1-GC3900 Independent Study in Tourism 1.5

Students are required to take the following course.

• TCTM1-GC1015 Leadership 1.5

APPLICATION DEADLINES

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Admissions Criteria

The NYU SPS Admissions team carefully weighs each component of your application during the admissions review process to evaluate your ability to benefit from and contribute to the dynamic learning environment and the challenging curriculum that the NYU School of Professional Studies offers.

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The Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality is unique in offering an extensive range of exclusive scholarships to its graduate and undergraduate students. Continuing students can apply for scholarships each spring semester, and the funds will be disbursed in the following academic year in two installments (fall and spring). For more information, please visit our Scholarships page.

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Tourism Management, M.S.R.

Develop a comprehensive understanding of travel and prepare to excel in a multi-billion dollar industry with IU Online’s Master of Science in Recreation in Tourism Management. This flexible, online master's degree program enables you to make educated decisions and preparations for tourists, travelers, convention-goers, and more.

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Course Delivery : 100% Online

Total Credits : 35

In-State Tuition Per Credit : $518.62

Out-of-State Tuition Per Credit : $621.98

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Your M.S.R. in Tourism Management prepares you to utilize new technologies to attract and retain visitors, and learn the ins and outs of sustainability, travel behavior, accessibility, tourism planning and development, and public health. You’ll work with industry-expert faculty and develop connections to launch your exciting career in tourism management.

You’ll graduate with an Indiana University degree respected by employers worldwide—and you can work on yours anytime and anywhere. Plus, you’ll enjoy personalized support services throughout your academic journey.

And the benefits start long before graduation. More than half of IU Online students advance in their careers before they complete their degree.

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

• A bachelor’s degree

To apply to this program, complete an online application that includes:

• Official transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation
• Statement of purpose, 600 words or fewer
• TOEFL or IELTS scores (international applicants only)

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You will be required to have:

• an honours degree with minimum lower second (2.2) in related academic of business-related subjects or two or more years of professional or industry-relevant experience (proven track record, employers’ letter, professional qualifications etc)
• a minimum of GCSE grade C/grade 4 or above in English and Maths, or Functional Skills Level 2 (pass)
• two letters of reference about your suitability to undertake academic studies at master’s level

A full online application will need to be submitted, which includes a detailed supporting statement on why you want to study the course. You should also submit an up-to-date CV and copies of award certificates.

Advanced entry is possible if you hold a Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) from a business and management discipline, awarded no more than five years prior to the application date. Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) for individual modules, (from a business and management discipline), up to 40 credits (with the exception of Research Methodology and Dissertation modules) may also be possible if you’ve achieved those no more than five years prior to the application date. Such applications are also subject to the University’s academic regulations and processes.

Submitting your application will not be a guarantee of admission, and the final admissions decision rests with the course leader.

*If you have a non-related or non-standard academic background will be interviewed face-to-face, or if that is not possible, via video conference technology (interviews via telephone will not be accepted).

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Any university-level qualifications or relevant experience you gain prior to starting university could count towards your course at London Met. Find out more about applying for Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) .

English language requirements

To study a degree at London Met, you must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. If you require a Student visa (previously Tier 4) you may need to provide the results of a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. This course requires you to meet our standard requirements .

If you need (or wish) to improve your English before starting your degree, the University offers a Pre-sessional Academic English course to help you build your confidence and reach the level of English you require.

Modular structure

The modules listed below are for the academic year 2023/24 and represent the course modules at this time. Modules and module details (including, but not limited to, location and time) are subject to change over time.

Year 1 modules include:

• spring semester - Wednesday morning

The module introduces you to financial decision making principles and financial analysis of business performance with examples from Events, Leisure, Tourism, Culture and the broader Creative Industries sector.

The module starts by looking at the role of financial statements in a business and explores how they capture the value of a business. You will develop an overview understanding of fundamental accounting/finance concepts and principles and techniques in relation to financial statements analysis. You will also explore issues of management accounting techniques and examine their use in financial management decision making. You will also discover the key sources of finance for business and understand how to determine the most appropriate financing strategy for a business.

Finally, you will explore links between finance, corporate governance, strategic financial decision making, company value and transactions, using different cases in the context of Events, Leisure, Tourism, Culture and the broader Creative Industries, to illuminate understanding.

Aims of the module: 1. To enable students to develop an overview understanding of financial decision making principles through examples from Events, Leisure, Tourism, Culture and the broader Creative Industries sector. 2. To enable students to critically understand the value and usefulness of financial statements; by focusing on fundamental concepts, principles and techniques in relation to financial statements analysis, through the application of appropriate examples, tools and procedures. 3. To identify issues of financial management and accounting techniques, and how results from such analysis may support the development, measurement and management of decision-making in the context of Events, Leisure, Tourism, Culture and the broader Creative Industries sector. 4. To identify and evaluate links between accounting, financial statement analysis, corporate accounts and financial management strategies, in the context of Events, Leisure, Tourism, Culture and the broader Creative Industries.

• spring semester - Monday afternoon

The module presents an overview of the current key issues of Fundraising and Public Relations (PR) in the context of Events, Leisure, Tourism and the broader Creative Industries. This module aims to develop a broad, informed and critical understanding of some of the key and complex issues surrounding fundraising, in UK and worldwide. It also examines some key contemporary issues, theoretical and practical perspectives in PR at both national and global levels. Both underpinned by current academic and professional research in Fundraising and PR, to aid students to gain insights into contemporary, academic and applied practices. Aims of the module: 1. To enable students to enhance their understanding of the theory and practice of Fundraising and PR in the relevant industry context. 2. To enable students to critically understand and use theoretical and practical skills and tools related with Fundraising and PR in the relevant industry context. 3. To equip students to critically discuss issues and increase their awareness of the impact and influence of Fundraising and PR related issues in the decision making process of Events, Leisure, Tourism and the broader Creative Industries sector. 4. To stimulate critical awareness in the light of relevant academic theories and current professional practice, and the ability to apply, current theories, practices and tools of Fundraising and PR, in professional settings.

• autumn semester - Monday afternoon

This module critically explores issues of marketing management in the context of Events, Leisure, Tourism and the Creative Industries. It covers some of the essentials of marketing management theory and offers a structured approach to identifying, understanding and solving marketing management problems. The concepts, principles and frameworks examined in the module apply nationally and internationally to a wide range of organisations and sectors, with a focus in core Events, Leisure, Tourism and the Creative Industries activities. This core module supports the development of the learner through their engagement with marketing management theory and further develops their prior relevant skills through the application of theory to practice. It also prepares for and develops an organisational level leadership and/or management role in marketing management. The module draws on a wide-range of academic research and professional experience. It introduces some of the core marketing management concepts and encourages students to develop a critical, analytical approach to solving work-based marketing management issues. Students should be able to develop an awareness of different theoretical perspectives to explore the complexity of marketing management work as rigorously as possible. The module provides an overview of current academic research, practical industry examples and work-based issues. It encourages students to reflect on current practice and on the role of marketing management in the Events, Leisure, Tourism and the Creative Industries sectors. Aims of the module: 1. To enable students to enhance their understanding of the theory and practice of marketing management in the relevant industry context. 2. To enable critical understanding and deploy theoretical and practical marketing management tools applied to contemporary challenges in the industry. 3. To equip students to critically discuss issues and make marketing management observations and recommendations applicable to the appropriate sectors, organisations and brands. 4. As well, this module aims to stimulate the student’s critical awareness and application of marketing management theories to their own practice and develop their ability to evaluate current practice in the light of relevant academic theories. It is expected that students will develop an increased awareness of the impact and influence of marketing management related issues and decision making.

• autumn semester - Wednesday morning

The module critically explores current issues of project and quality management in the context of Events, Leisure, Tourism and the Creative Industries. Managers and executives at all levels within the Creative Industries sector typically manage projects and deal with quality management issues. The module covers essential concepts and offers key knowledge, skills and a structured approach to identifying, understanding and solving some of the issues of project and quality management. The concepts, principles and frameworks covered, apply both in the UK and internationally, to a range of organisations and sectors, focusing on Events, Leisure, Tourism and the Creative Industries. Aims of the module: 1. To enable students to enhance their understanding of the theory and practice of project and quality management in the Events, Leisure, Tourism and Creative Industries context. 2. To enable students to critically understand and use, theoretical and practical skills and tools, which apply to project and quality management business challenges in contemporary Events, Leisure, Tourism and the Creative Industries. 3. To equip them to critically discuss issues and make appropriate choices, based on project and quality management observations and recommendations that are applicable to their sectors, organisations and brands. 4. To stimulate students’ critical awareness of academic theories and current professional practice, and their ability to apply theories and tools to the practice of project and quality management in their current and future career settings.

• autumn semester - Tuesday afternoon
• autumn semester - Friday morning
• spring semester - Tuesday afternoon
• spring semester - Friday morning
• summer studies - Tuesday afternoon
• summer studies - Friday morning

This module provides you with the opportunity to work on specific business issues that organisations are facing. Utilising your competences of handling and managing business challenges, starting from problem identification and concluding with solution-related recommendations, thus encouraging research into real world business issues impacting organisations. Useful and applied business research, like useful reflection, leads to change. To that end, students will be encouraged to take a pragmatic approach to their research, seeking always to create actionable conclusions of value to business managers, owners and entrepreneurs. The aims of the module are to: 1. Foster a critical awareness and deep interest in a management/business issue or topic associated with their subject specialist area and to combine knowledge and analyses acquired in modules to explore that topic in depth 2. Enable students to produce a full business research report and a management summary on an appropriate topic to a professional and engaging standard that provides the basis for action. 3. Encourage reflection to critically evaluate the success of a business-related project and assess personal competence in the light of current knowledge and skills. 4. Build each student’s knowledge and confidence in their chosen subject to facilitate employability. The expectation is that students will undertake research in areas of interest to them that is in context to their chosen programme and that develops knowledge and skills that support employment. Examples of possible areas of research include: • Evaluation of an opportunity to enter a new market e.g. is it feasible for a low cost airline to enter the market in Brazil? • Evaluation of a specific firm’s strategy and performance e.g. how is Ford responding to the advent of electric vehicles, driverless technology and ride sharing? • Analysis of the impact of technology change on a company, industry or sector e.g. how will driverless technology and ride sharing impact on car ownership? • Analysis of trends to create potential strategic scenarios for a firm or industry e.g. what are the future scenarios for law firms in the light of the adoption of AI? • Analysis of competition in a specific market or industry e.g. global competition in the rapidly growing e-bike industry • Identifying solutions to a specific business problem e.g. with a small or medium sized business e.g. what needs to be done to grow the business to the next level • Analysis of disruption in an industry and the implications for a specific incumbent e.g. how should a black cab driver respond to Uber and other ride sharing platforms? • Analysis of the effect of government intervention in a particular industry e.g. the current trade dispute over subsidies to Boeing and Airbus • Response from Banks and FIs to the changing customer interaction and business landscape in the post pandemic era

• summer studies - Wednesday evening
• autumn semester - Friday evening
• spring semester - Wednesday evening

This module provides students with the opportunity to undertake research projects on specific research questions related to their course.

Students will critically investigate issues cognate to their programme of study. The aim will be to make proposals or recommendations for the future and / or a contribution to extant theory.

Students are expected to utilise appropriate investigative techniques and standards of data collection and analysis as they write their postgraduate research-based dissertation.

The dissertation will be 10,000 words in length.

The dissertation module has the following aims:

1. To facilitate a detailed investigation of one area or topic within the subject field;

2. To develop a thorough analysis and synthesis of theory, policy and practice in relation to the chosen topic;

3. To provide an opportunity for critical reflection on the research topic.

The expectation is that students will undertake research in areas of interest to them that is in context to their chosen course; the research supervisor will be allocated by the subject area within which the course is located.

This module is one of three triple-weighted module alternatives open to students (alongside the dissertation and the consulting report). The module provides you with the opportunity to showcase your professional skills in the execution of business-related tasks and experiential learning in the form of a work placement. When executing business tasks, successful practitioners are able to critically evaluate organisational matters and apply their knowledge to contribute strategies, ideas, recommendations and solutions that add value to their organisation. Furthermore, successful practitioners actively develop and shape their own behaviour, capabilities and identity. By critically reflecting on their experiences in work, they are able to develop their own capabilities and skills, and have the ability to understand how they personally add value to an organisation. It is the development and application of these capabilities in a professional context that is explored in this module. The 1st week of the yearlong Workplacement programme will introduce students to the module and to the first task, the production of a substantial management report that helps to investigates a specific organisational opportunity or issue. This is a significant independent project, where you determine the subject to be investigated and the methodology to be followed. Your project is an ideal opportunity to seek out and draw upon a wide range of knowledge, and for you to demonstrate how this underpins any final conclusions and recommendations. Your project will help you demonstrate your ability to think and act independently when executing a complex and challenging task. The remaining period of the module is spent in the work placement with an employer, which you will have secured during your time on programme (or before). This practical experience will allow you to explore and test your own professional competence in a specific working environment. You will maintain a Professional Development portfolio of your experiences and will, ultimately, be able to articulate your understanding of how you personally add value in a professional context. Again, you will be expected to draw on a wide range of knowledge to help evaluate and explain your experiences. Educational Aims This module aims to:

• Allow you the opportunity to carry-out an in-depth project where you can integrate the knowledge and professional skills you have gained throughout your programme. • Ensure you are able to identify and utilise different types of knowledge to influence your thinking or action. • Help you develop robust business research skills and an ability to formulate new ideas and solutions through the analysis of primary and/or secondary data. • Allow you to explore your own skills, character and identity within a professional environment and to identify key attributes that will aid long-term success in your chosen career field. • Facilitate your development of good reflective practice, ensuring models and concepts can be used effectively in the critical evaluation of your performance. • Ensure you learn how to integrate knowledge, experience and reflective practice to continually develop your professional skills and competence.

Please note: • Students are responsible for applying for opportunities and to engage with the Module Team/Work Based Learning teams to assist them. • The suitability of any opportunities will be assessed by the Module Team/Work Based Learning Team and all placements must meet Health and Safety requirements for Higher Education Work Placements. Those studying on a Student Visa will only be able to complete a work placement if it meets UKVI monitoring requirements including: approval of the placement dates and hours by the Placement Officer prior to starting the placement, submission of weekly timesheets for the hours undertaken, signed by their line manager/supervisor and continued engagement with the Placement Officer as well as the International Student Support and Compliance Team.

• spring semester - Wednesday afternoon

This module will focus on the concept of e-commerce within aviation management and the impact of the digital age will continue to have on the strategic activities of airlines and airports. The start of the e-commerce revolution was back in 1995 with the first innovators including Alaskan Airlines and British Midland developing their first website booking engines. Since this time the global online travel sector has grown to generate more than half a trillion dollars in revenue.

Airline e-commerce in all its forms is projected to grow significantly as we move into the 21st century. The ‘e’ story is about the continuing evolution of internet-based technologies and the proliferation of new internet-based applications. This development is shifting and enhancing the power of consumers and airlines to a more direct relationship and minimising the power of the intermediaries (travel agents). A particular focus on the new types of airlines and airports that are exploiting the e-commerce agenda and how the legacy carriers are having to adapt to these new sales and marketing dynamics.

• autumn semester - Wednesday afternoon

The field of corporate social responsibility has practically transformed our world and reoriented the way corporate entities conduct and perceive their operational activities. Corporate managers and those who represent corporate entities are expected to always behave ethically. Modern societies now expect that solutions to our social and environmental problems cannot only be the prerogative of nation governments, businesses of the 21st century have a lot to contribute when finding solutions to these problems. The demands modern stakeholders put before corporate entities have continued to increase; tomorrow’s managers need to know how to meet these demands. Some scholars have in fact argued that corporate social responsibility has drawn our attention to some of the excesses which globalisation has brought unto the corporate scene in the 21st century. We have seen some unacceptable practices which have accompanied globalisation and consequently made the job of CSR and what it advocates much more difficult. Many things have been made a lot more challenging for everyone because of this. We cannot ignore the adverse impacts of these excesses. There are several unacceptable practices in the form of injustices and human rights abuses, extreme poverty in several nation states both - emerging and even some advanced nations, environmental degradation, some irresponsible and reckless practices by some corporate leaders and terrorism on a very large scale. In recent years, a number of social, economic and environmental problems have continued to cause concern to us all, for example, climate change, waste management and irresponsible use of our depletable resources just to mention a few. Sustainable Development is a buzzword in CSR; both corporate and individual citizens still need to demonstrate that we are serious in executing what sustainable development means to us, what it requires from us all and how the needs of future generations of all inhabitants of this planet would be sustainably met; these are issues tomorrow’s managers would need to know how to embed in corporate strategies. This module aims to lay the foundation on how modern managers should address these and other CSR related issues.

Note: If there are not sufficient student numbers to make a module viable, the School reserves the right to cancel such a module. If the School cancels a module it will use its reasonable endeavours to provide a suitable alternative.

• summer studies - Tuesday morning
• spring semester - Tuesday morning

The aim of the module is to prepare students to lead and develop people in a complex international environment, to build high performance teams and to create a productive work environment and culture. Over the course of the module, you will learn from relevant contemporary research, theories, and examples of business practices both past and present. Management and leadership go together in business organisations, with managers typically expected to lead others as part of their role. The module will examine the roles and responsibilities of manager and leader, and the demands on these roles in international, digitally enabled businesses.

Critical to the value of the module is the encouragement of continuous learning and reflection in order to be effective in a changing world. You will have the opportunity to assess their own capabilities using Strengthscope.

The aim of the module is to ensure that students will:

• understand the role of business leaders and business managers in creating successful business organisations, cultures and working environments
• have the necessary knowledge of leading, motivating and developing to enable them to take on a management role successfully
• be able to evaluate their own capabilities and skills in relation to managing themselves and leading others
• be equipped to assess the challenges associated with workplace change and make a valuable contribution to the management of change.
• autumn semester - Tuesday morning

Operations and Technology Management is core to two MSc Pathways, MSC International Business Management and MSC International Business Management with Project Management.

A business adds value through its operations, but only in combination with others in the value network or eco-system, critically linked by the use of technology. Matching internal operations capabilities to changing market (and regulatory) requirements, whilst responding to a tidal wave of data from suppliers, customers and digital platforms involves operations in strategy, design, planning and control, supply chain, improvement techniques like lean but also the technology to connect and join up the dots to capture value.

The module aims to equip students with a broad understanding of operations and technology management that will make them stand out from their peers through being able to grasp how value is being created. The potential for AI and robotics to further increase the use of technology in the operational domain is already clear, whether using AI in legal processes or in robots that flip burgers, an understanding of the links between technology and operations is critical for anyone aspiring to be a business manager, owner or entrepreneur. Analysis is the core of the module, for example through process mapping, and problem solving using both case studies and other active learning exercises.

On successful completion of this module:

• You will understand the basis of the value Operations and Technology Management creates in any organization in any sector
• You will be able to recognize the key concepts and principles of operations and technology management that need to be implemented to support that value creation approach.
• You will be able to critically assess various techniques of product, service design and improvement, deploying a contingent approach to what works best and where
• You will be able to apply appropriate Supply Chain Management techniques in the light of your new knowledge of the scope (and management of) of inter-organisational co-operation
• You will be able to evaluate the necessary trade-offs that have to be made between operations management performance objectives and achievable performance

Where this course can take you

Our International Events, Leisure and Tourism Management MSc offers opportunities to pursue career routes in events, leisure, tourism and the broader creative industries sector, both in the UK and internationally.

On graduation, you should be equipped for executive, management and leadership related positions in the creative industries sector in UK and internationally. Our course is designed for both those already working in the industry (as a career booster) or those seeking to enter the industry or the wider sectors.

For current and aspiring managers, leaders and executives, the course will offer an opportunity to enhance and improve your academic skills and develop industry-specific knowledge.

Potential career routes, destinations and jobs for graduates include:

• events management and executives
• leisure executives and managers
• tourism executives and managers
• hotel managers and executives
• conference executives and managers
• entrepreneurships routes

Additional costs

Please note, in addition to the tuition fee there may be additional costs for things like equipment, materials, printing, textbooks, trips or professional body fees.

Additionally, there may be other activities that are not formally part of your course and not required to complete your course, but which you may find helpful (for example, optional field trips). The costs of these are additional to your tuition fee and the fees set out above and will be notified when the activity is being arranged.

Important information for international applicants

Due to unprecedented demand for our courses for the autumn 2023 intake, international admissions are now closed for this course. Any future intakes that are already open to applications can be found in the fees and key information section of this course page. If no future intakes are available, please check back at a later date.

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International Tourism & Event Management

• International Tourism & Event Management, M.Sc. Full time

Your International Tourism & Event Management Master’s program

The tourism industry has a huge importance both in Germany and worldwide. In 2019, more than six percent of all employees in Germany worked in jobs related to tourism consumption and tourism-related goods and services worth nearly 280 billion euros were produced.*

Do you have a bachelor’s degree and want to expand your knowledge in the field of tourism and events? Do you want to prepare yourself for a successful career in a national or international company? Then this master’s program is what you are looking for.

* Aktuelle Daten zur Tourismuswirtschaft. Wirtschaftliche Bedeutung und Nachhaltigkeit. Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis), 2021.

Career prospects with your study program

After completing your studies in the master’s program in International Tourism & Event Management (M.Sc.) you will have specialized management skills and an extensive knowledge of the tourism and event industry. You will know about current trends and relevant innovations as well as the specific technological progress which is necessary for the competitiveness of companies. This gives you plenty of opportunities for a successful career.

The master’s program in International Tourism & Event Management (M.Sc.) offers you the know-how you need to start a national or international career in the tourism and event industry. After graduation, you will be well-equipped to work in jobs in:

• Travel sales and organization
• Accommodation
• Destination management
• Event organization
• Travel management
• Trade fairs

It is also possible to pursue a doctorate after successfully completing your master’s degree.

Your study program in detail

The application-oriented, internationally targeted master’s program in International Tourism & Event Management (M.Sc.) provides you with an in-depth knowledge in business and management as well as comprehensive know-how in tourism and events. In addition, you will broaden your intercultural and your language skills and will have the opportunity to develop your profile with an elective module, an internship, or a semester abroad.

During your studies, you will explore a variety of subjects related to management, the tourism and events industry, but also topics such as artificial intelligence, experience marketing and design, or crisis, safety, and security management. Some of the many topics that await you include:

• International tourism management
• International event management
• Guest relationship management
• Tourism planning and development
• Innovation management and design thinking
• Experience marketing and design
• Crisis, safety and security management in tourism and events
• Artificial intelligence in the hospitality industry

In addition to compulsory modules, the master’s program in International Tourism & Event Management (M.Sc.) offers you the opportunity to pursue your personal interests and develop your professional profile. In the third semester, you can choose an elective module of one of the following topics:

• Corporate finance
• Sustainability management and CSR in a global context
• Consumer behavior and psychology
• Strategic marketing and brand management

Alternatively, you can choose to complete an internship instead of an elective module or opt for a semester abroad.

Practice-oriented learning is a top priority at Hochschule Fresenius. If you join the master’s program in International Tourism & Event Management (M.Sc.), you can expect application-oriented teaching from experts who will pass on their broad professional experience. You will work on projects and case studies, collaborate on team projects, and might opt for an internship as part of your elective modules. Interactive learning, excursions, guest lectures, and workshops are also common practices at Hochschule Fresenius.

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To be admitted to the master’s study program in International Tourism & Event Management (M.Sc.) at Hochschule Fresenius, you need to fulfil the following requirements:

You must have completed a bachelor’s study program with at least 180 credit points.

In your bachelor’s degree, you must have gained 60 credit points in the fields of business or economics.

For more information, please contact our Study Advice Service.

You need to provide evidence that your English language skills are equivalent to Level B2 of the European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Have you not completed your bachelor’s degree yet? At Hochschule Fresenius, you can start your master’s program and finish your bachelor’s program at the same time, provided you have attained at least 80 percent of the credit points by the time of matriculation. In addition, bachelor’s students at Hochschule Fresenius will only pay the monthly master’s tuition fee when starting the master’s program.

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International Tourism Planning and Management MSc

University of bedfordshire.

The international tourism industry continues to grow and flourish increasing the need for senior planners and managers with the skills to Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £9,350 per year (UK)

International Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management MSc

Oxford brookes university.

Imagine a career where 2 days are never the same. Where you’ll meet new people, travel to new places and maybe even learn new languages. Read more...

• 12 months Full time degree: £17,150 per year (UK)
• 24 months Full time degree: £17,150 per year (UK)
• 24 months Part time degree: £5,575 per year (UK)

Master's by Research in Marketing, Retail and Tourism

Manchester metropolitan university.

RESEARCH CULTURE Our research reflects the vibrancy, creativity and innovation of the marketing, retail and tourism industries, and is Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £9,500 per year (UK)
• 2 years Part time degree

MSc International Hospitality & Tourism Management

Bournemouth university.

This multi-accredited conversion course will develop your critical understanding of the international hospitality and tourism industry with Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £10,250 per year (UK)
• 16 months Full time degree: £10,250 per year (UK)
• 2 years Full time degree: £10,250 per year (UK)
• 2 years Part time degree: £5,125 per year (UK)

MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management

Wrexham university.

The MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management programme provides the foundations to achieve future management potential within Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £5,940 per year (UK)
• 3 years Part time degree

Global Business Administration (International Tourism and Hospitality Management) MBA

University of gloucestershire.

What is Global Business Administration (International Tourism and Hospitality Management) MBA This flagship two-year Global MBA offers you Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £11,350 per year (UK)
• 2 years Full time degree: £11,350 per year (UK)

MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management (Work Experience Route)

Sheffield hallam university.

Course summary Gain useful skills and industry contacts through work experience. Plan, manage and promote products, businesses and Read more...

• 2 years Full time degree: £11,810 per year (UK)

International Tourism Management MSc

University of surrey.

What is it that motivates people to travel and what are their expectations How can we manage tourism in a way that benefits all Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £11,900 per year (UK)

Master of Business Administration (Sustainable Tourism)

Coventry university.

Studied on campus or 100% online, this MBA is designed to develop your skills and provide a critical understanding of different Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £15,450 per year (UK)

MSc Sustainable Tourism Development & Management

University of east london.

The MSc Sustainable Tourism Development & Management builds on existing expertise and knowledge in the fields of sustainable tourism, Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £12,720 per year (UK)
• 2 years Part time degree: £6,360 per year (UK)

Sustainable Tourism & Global Challenges (Dumfries Campus) MSc

University of glasgow.

This programme will give you a strong understanding of sustainable tourism. You will develop an awareness of the cultural and environmental Read more...

• 12 months Full time degree: £10,650 per year (UK)
• 24 months Part time degree: £5,328 per year (UK)

International Tourism Management and Marketing MSc

University of nottingham.

Tourism is an enduring industry that offers numerous worldwide career opportunities. Our course will give you a complete set of essential Read more...

• 12 months Full time degree: £14,700 per year (UK)

MSc Tourism and Hospitality Management

University of plymouth.

Are you a future tourism and hospitality industry leader With a strong managerial focus, this programme will furnish you with a combination Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £10,900 per year (UK)

MSc Event and Tourism Management.

Canterbury christ church university.

Develop specialist knowledge and advanced practical skills in management, and study a breadth of topics designed to give you a competitive Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £8,655 per year (UK)
• 2 years Part time degree: £4,330 per year (UK)

Tourism Management MA

University of westminster, london.

Course summary Tourism is an increasingly important part of our lives, and the tourism industry is one of the few global industries Read more...

• 2 years Part time day degree: £5,850 per year (UK)

University of Central Lancashire

Our MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management programme enables you to gain deeper understanding of different cultures, working Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £9,000 per year (UK)
• 3 years Part time degree: £3,000 per year (UK)

International Hospitality and Tourism Management MSc

Anglia ruskin university.

In an increasingly connected world, with average levels of disposable income on the increase, Hospitality and Tourism have become vital Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £8,500 per year (UK)
• 2 years Part time degree: £8,500 per year (UK)

International Tourism and Aviation Management MA Extended Masters

University of west london.

Would you like to enhance your career prospects in aviation or international tourism management This Masters degree will equip you with Read more...

• 15 months Full time degree: £12,950 per year (UK)

MSc Business with Hospitality and Tourism Management

Northumbria university, newcastle.

Course This course develops broad business skills while also offering a specialist pathway in hospitality and tourism management that Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £11,250 per year (UK)

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Course The MSc programme is delivered over 2 semesters of taught modules, followed by the 60 credit final project. The programme can also Read more...

• 1 year Full time degree: £11,000 per year (UK)
• 2 years Part time degree: £5,513 per year (UK)

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MSc International Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management

Why choose herts.

• Industry accreditations: The University is a member of the Tourism Management Institute (TMI), Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA), and the Association for Event Management Education (AEME).
• Employment prospects: Graduates work as hotel customer relations managers, travel agents, and airline staff for organisations including Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Expedia Group, and TUI.
• Flexibility:  You have the option to complete the course on fast-track in one academic year, or to complete in two-years with a choice of a work placement or advanced research.

To ensure this course continues to be cutting-edge and enables you to be ready for the modern workplace, it is due to be reviewed by November 2023.

Our website will typically be updated within a month of the review confirming any enhancements, including:

• module titles (and whether they are core or optional)
• expected contact hours
• assessment methods
• staff teaching on the course

The normal entry requirements for the programme are:

• An honours degree of at least 2:2 classification or better from a UK University; or
• The equivalent of the above from a recognised University overseas; or
• A degree-equivalent professional qualification approved by the Programme Leader; or
• A Pre-Masters Course recognised by the University;
• A postgraduate qualification from a UK university or its equivalent from a recognised overseas university, or
• Equivalent qualifications to be assessed by the Programme Leader and Admissions Tutor.

English Language entry requirements

In addition all students for whom English is not their first language must produce evidence of their English Language proficiency. The standard required is an IELTS score of 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in each band), or an equivalent score on a test recognised by the University of Hertfordshire.

This requirement will be waived if the student has successfully completed an undergraduate degree at a university in the United Kingdom, or another  All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency. The following qualifications and grades will be considered: - GCSE English language grade A-C - IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in any band) Other English language tests are accepted.  Please contact the International Office for details.

We are preparing graduates for successful careers in the hospitality, recreation or tourism industries or in an associated government agency with an international, national or local focus. Graduates from the programme are employed by international hotel chains (Four Seasons Hotel, Marriott Hotels, Sheraton Hotels, The Ritz Carlton, Starwood Hotel Group) in China, India Macau, Thailand and Great Britain, as well as working for independent hotels and Event Management companies in Great Britain. Other careers pursued by our Graduates include Recruitment Agents, Lecturers and entrepreneurs (travel company, import and export trading company).

What job can I get?

Graduates will be prepared to follow a career in events planning, hospitality and tourism management as well as marketing, often working for event management organisations, large travel companies, hospitality businesses and airlines. Graduates will be equipped for this type of job thanks to the analytical skills and required industry and managerial knowledge that they will have acquired through their studies with us. These will support them in the decision-making which is essential when working as managers of the tourism, hospitality and event industries.

Work placement

Full time students on the sandwich route will be expected to take a minimum of 36 weeks full time work placement.

You must pass all the modules in Semester A to proceed onto the placement. For students with visa restrictions, the placement would need to take place within the UK. You will typically need to secure a placement by the end of April in their first academic year of study, in order to process the necessary paperwork required.

The ‘Sandwich’ award requires you to successfully complete a minimum of 36 weeks full-time work placement, submit acceptable milestone reports during the placement as part of their ‘Professional Work Placement’ module, and pass the ‘Work Placement Portfolio’ module at the start of their final semester. You will need to identify and apply for their placements, and are supported in this by the UH Careers and Employment Service, and the School’s ‘Preparation for Work’ module.

Professional Accreditations

The University is member of the Tourism Management Institute (TMI), Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) and the Association for Event Management Education (AEME).

About the course

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MSc International Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management has been designed to provide you with the enhanced skills and knowledge which are necessary to support key decision-making within the international tourism, hospitality and event industries. The programme is underpinned by a strong theoretical base across a number of contexts relevant to tourism, hospitality and event management in contemporary international environments.​ A distinctive feature of this programme is that it offers you opportunities to interact with current industry practitioners and therefore enables a hands-on approach.

The programme is offered full time (1 year mode) or part time (2 year mode). A new  sandwich version  is also offered in full time on a 2 year mode. The sandwich programme requires you to successfully complete a minimum of 36 weeks full-time work placement. This is a very valuable experience which allows you to familiarise themselves with the day to day activities of Tourism, Hospitality and Event businesses, and to use your initiative in dealing with issues of the work environment. 

Why choose this course?

Our Postgraduate studies are sector leading amongst over 100 Higher Education Institutions in the UK as evidenced by our extraordinary achievement:

• 1st out of 85 universities for business and management in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES, Advance HE, 2023)
• 1st for Skills Development, 2nd for Support, Resources, Community and Assessment (Advance HE, 2023)
• The course offers you comprehensive knowledge of the Tourism, Hospitality and Event industries. 
• It is delivered by a very successful and internationally renowned team of experts, both in terms of their managerial experience and academic knowledge.  
• It offers a balance of practical input and academic knowledge to support graduates in their future careers within these industries. 
• It provides opportunities to interact with current industry practitioners.
• It presents flexibility to study full time, part time and it offers the possibility to undertake a work placement. 

What will I study?

We offer a varied programme of teaching that includes facilitated seminars, practical workshops, projects for companies, web-based learning, case study analysis and traditional lectures. We also provide sessions by visiting staff, practitioners and consultants to give a varied perspective of the topics covered. You will be assessed through a variety of coursework including presentations, reports and projects. You will also be required to complete a dissertation and will be supported by a dissertation supervisor.

Work Based Learning

The MSc International Tourism, Hospitality and Events (Sandwich) programme incorporates a one-year work placement of a minimum of 36 weeks full time work experience.  Students must normally achieve a Semester A grade average of 60% to proceed onto the placement.   For students with visa restrictions, the placement would need to take place within the UK.  Students will typically need to secure a placement by the end of April in their first academic year of study, in order to process the necessary paperwork required.

The ‘Sandwich’ award requires students to successfully complete a minimum of 36 weeks full-time work placement, submit acceptable milestone reports during the placement as part of their ‘Professional Work Placement’ module, and pass the ‘Work Placement Portfolio’ module at the start of their final semester.  Students identify and apply for their placements, and are supported in this by the UH Careers and Employment Service, and the School’s ‘Preparation for Work’ module.

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At the University of Hertfordshire, we want to make sure your time studying with us is as stress-free and rewarding as possible. We offer a range of support services including; student wellbeing, academic support, accommodation and childcare to ensure that you make the most of your time at Herts and can focus on studying and having fun.

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Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management

Prepare yourself for a successful managerial career in tourism, hospitality or events where your business acumen and professional abilities result in exceptional experiences.

Tourism contributes billions of dollars to the Queensland economy and employs thousands of people. This active local tourism environment makes the programs at the UQ Business School the ideal forum to learn about this vibrant industry, with the skills you gain applicable in Australia or anywhere in the world.

You'll benefit from UQ's extensive network of industry leaders, many of whom deliver guest lectures and share their perspectives and knowledge, and you'll have the opportunity to establish contacts for the future.

Your study also offers a range of invaluable Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities designed to help you bridge the gap between theory and practice and gain industry experience with tourism and event site visits, the investigation of case studies, and problem-based learning activities.

You'll graduate with an internationally recognised qualification and be ready for success in any number of careers related to tourism, hotel and event management.

The 32-unit Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management program includes the core foundational courses of tourism, hotel, and event management. It is for students who have a bachelor's degree in any field and can meet minimum GPA requirements.

Program highlights

• Study at one of the world's top business schools and the only Australian university to offer programs accredited by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation that promotes responsible, sustainable and universally accessible tourism.
• Advance your expertise through a range of high-level courses so you can specialise in a new field, further your existing knowledge, or explore fresh areas of interest.
• Work closely with lecturers and tutors currently involved in the industry and gain real-world, hands-on experience behind the scenes at attractions, destinations and events.

27 in the world for hospitality and leisure management

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1 in Queensland for business and management studies

Fields of study

Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:

Event Management

Hotel management, travel and tourism management.

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How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

• Work placements
• Research experience

Placements and work experience

RBUS7999 is a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) course that provides you with the opportunity to apply theoretical and conceptual knowledge to the workplace via a professional placement. The course is particularly focused on enabling you to develop employability skills, gain workplace knowledge, understand the attitudes of working professionals, grow a professional network, and engage with real world business issues.

What you'll study

At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:

• Tourism, Hospitality & Event Industries
• Visitor Management
• Industry Research and Consultancy
• Managing Resources in Tourism, Hospitality & Events

See courses and program structure

Career possibilities

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Depending on which field you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

• Resort front office duty manager
• Corporate travel team lead
• Venue manager
• Sponsorship manager
• Functions manager
• Community and sustainability manager
• Tour operator
• Staging manager
• Events producer
• Business development executive

Next steps after graduation

Graduates of Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management program can go on to work with the following employers:

• Brisbane Festival
• Sheraton Shenzhen
• Atlantis Resorts
• The Star Entertainment Group

Professional memberships

When you graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to become a member.

• Australian Hotels Association
• Australian and New Zealand Association of Leisure Studies
• Australian Tourism Export Council
• The Association for Tourism and Leisure Education
• The Council for Australasian Tourism and Hospitality Education
• International Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education
• International Festivals and Events Association
• Meetings and Events Australia
• Meetings Professionals International
• Pacific Asia Travel Association
• Queensland Tourism Industry Council
• Restaurant and Catering Queensland
• Tourism and Transport Forum Australia
• United Nations World Tourism Organization

A key highlight is the strong connection the program has to industry. I have gained an extensive understanding of both the theoretical and practical skills required to excel in my career in the tourism sector and practice sustainable tourism.

I was interested in the many opportunities to gain industry and research experience, which gave me genuine insight into the tourism research community. I'm confident my time at UQ has enhanced my career prospects and will continue to benefit me long after graduation.

Sustainability and niche tourism has always appealed to me, so when an opportunity to pursue this at UQ, I jumped. 2 years later, I’m living my best life in Australia, getting closer to my dream career and of course, exploring the Great Barrier Reef little by little every chance I have.

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Entry requirements

It's possible to complete this degree in 2 years or 1.5 years depending on your qualifications and experience.

You can apply for any duration as long as you meet the entry requirements. You may also be eligible to apply for credit or exemptions to shorten your degree further. You'll graduate with the same qualification no matter how long you take to complete the degree.

2-year degree (32 units of study)

To be eligible to complete the degree in 2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) full-time (only available as full-time study) , you'll need:

• a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, or
• a Graduate Certificate in Tourism, Hotel and Event Management from UQ (or equivalent).

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

1.5-year degree (24 units of study)

If you have relevant prior learning or experience, you can reduce the number of courses you need to complete and graduate in less time.

To be eligible to complete the degree in 1.5 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) full-time (only available as full-time study) , you'll need:

• a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below)

Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications

Relevant disciplines include event management, hospitality management, hotel management, and tourism management.

GPA equivalent

Select where you studied and your qualification to see the GPA equivalent you need to be considered for this program.

Use the GPA equivalent as a guide. When you apply, we’ll calculate your GPA using the UQ grading scale. Any failing grades will be included. Entry requirements are subject to change.

Equivalent subjects

Related programs.

Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:

• Graduate Certificate in Tourism, Hotel and Event Management

English language requirements

IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

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Student visas

International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).

There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.

Learn more about student visas

Additional application information

The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application. Official transcripts of previous studies. Evidence of residency status. Permanent residents will be required to sit an IELTS test if their prior studies were taught in an institution where English was not the language of instruction.

The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application. Official transcripts of previous studies. Evidence of residency status.

This field prepares you to work in an exciting industry focusing on the various aspects of planning business, cultural or sporting events. The courses you'll study will allow you to develop advanced knowledge and skills in event design, strategy, project management and marketing, and open up local and international career opportunities in this growing industry.

You'll learn how to critically evaluate the key areas of hospitality management, and also gain advanced knowledge of food and beverage operations, service quality and strategies, and overall hotel operations, as well as the application of these areas in the global hospitality industry.

Your study covers the latest emerging markets and trends, distribution and marketing, tourism transport and the development of new destinations, enabling success in a wide range of travel and tourism industry sectors.

Fees and Scholarships

Indicative annual fee.

Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.

Learn more about postgraduate fees

Approximate yearly cost of full-time tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.

AUD $48,160

Government assistance, financial aid.

As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.

Learn more about financial aid

Domestic students who are accepted into the Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management pay tuition fees.

FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their tuition fees.

Learn more about FEE-HELP

Centrelink support

The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.

Learn about Centrelink payments for students

Scholarships

You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:

Applying online

All international applications should be submitted to UQ. If you prefer, you can use an  approved UQ agent in your country .

The program code for the Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management is  5585 .

This program is available in multiple durations. You can apply for any duration as long as you meet the entry requirements.

When you apply, select your preferred duration. If you don't meet the requirements for your first preference, we'll automatically consider you for entry into a longer duration.

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All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.

The program code for the Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management is 5585 .

When you apply, select your preferred duration. You can also ask us to consider you for a longer duration if you don't meet the entry requirements for your first preference.

Important dates

The closing date for this program is:

• To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
• To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar .

• To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
• To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.

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Masters tickets: How to get 2025 Masters tickets at Augusta National

Brooks Koepka putts on the 9th green during the first round of the 2024 Masters at Augusta National Golf Club.

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AUGUSTA, Ga. — If you’re watching the Masters on TV and wondering how you can get your own 2025 Masters tickets and score a trip to Augusta National Golf Club , then let this be your handy guide.

How to get 2025 Masters tickets

Let’s get one thing straight — not just anyone can snag Masters tickets . You have to apply via the Masters ticket lottery. To do so, go to the Masters Tickets page here , log in to your account (if you have applied before) or create a new account.

You can’t technically apply now, since the application window is June 1-20, 2024. So make sure to remember the date; the Masters website also gives you the option to set a calendar reminder, which you’d be smart to do.

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Once the lottery opens, you simply select the number of tickets you are requesting — 1-4 for practice rounds and 1-2 for tournament rounds — and for the day(s) you want to attend. You can apply for just one day or all of them, but if you win you’ll only be selected for one.

Tickets for 2024 were $100 for practice rounds and $140 for tournament rounds. Prices for 2025 have yet to be announced, but even if the price increases it will be modest, like most years. You won’t be asked to pay for tickets until you are notified via email that you won them, which usually happens in mid-July. (And if you didn’t win, you’ll find out then too.)

That’s it. So set your reminder for June so you can apply (and for more information, click here ).

And worst case, if you don’t get tickets, you can still gain access to Augusta National and the Masters, but it’s going to cost you. There’s a ton of hospitality offerings, like Map & Flag , the Masters’ new high-end facility that debuted this week across the street. Although that price ($17,000) does a little more damage to your bank account than winning the Masters ticket lottery.

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$17,000 to Watch the Masters? How Sports Entice Deep-Pocketed Fans.

Teams, leagues and event organizers are pursuing enthusiasts with the promise of luxury and exclusivity, in hopes of bigger profits and lasting loyalty.

By Alan Blinder and Kevin Draper

Photographs by Doug Mills

Alan Blinder, who is covering his fifth Masters Tournament, reported from Augusta, Ga. Kevin Draper covers the intersection of sports and big money.

The oysters and shrimp cocktail emerge by midmorning, nestled neatly on ice. The pastries look as if they were overnighted from Paris, even as the signature breakfast sandwich — a biscuit with fried chicken, pimento cheese and hot honey — showcases Southern cuisine. An Augusta National Golf Club green jacket hangs on the wall, and 81 televisions show the theatrics and athletic brilliance unfolding on the emerald grounds that host the Masters Tournament.

Entrance to this particular sanctum, christened Map & Flag in a nod to the Masters’s storied logo, runs $17,000 per person for the week of golf’s first major tournament. And Map & Flag is not even perched on the 18th green. It is across the street from Augusta National. Getting there requires passing a gas station.

The project may be the most lavish example of how teams, leagues and event organizers are pursuing luxury and exclusivity with zeal. The hope is that refined appeals to deep-pocketed fans will result in over-the-top spending, bigger profits and lasting loyalty.

“Sports teams are always looking for new ways to drive incremental revenue, and the prices they can charge for elevated experiences far outweigh the cost of building them,” said Todd Lindenbaum, the founder of SuiteHop, a secondary marketplace for luxury suites. “They will pay it off in a year or two if they do it right.”

The live sports experience is changing. The fan scarfing a hot dog while drinking a beer in the bleachers is making way for the one watching the game in an intimate suite, a V.I.P. club or a casual meeting spot with all-inclusive food offerings and bar stools overlooking the field.

There used to be two main types of seating at sporting events: luxury suites, and a seat in the stands. But an explosion in premium hospitality options has changed that calculus, as venues devise new ways to attract fans.

Everywhere you look, the physical architecture of sports is morphing around this new reality. The New England Patriots ripped seats out of Gillette Stadium to build Celebration Beer Hall , which has a field-level patio and allows fans to watch players walk from the locker room to field. The San Francisco 49ers are renovating over 100 luxury suites in their 10-year-old stadium to make them even more opulent. Barclays Center in Brooklyn will soon have two new club areas, called The Row and The Key , that offer an extravagant experience that is more social.

There are a few big reasons for the changes. High-quality, big-screen televisions are ubiquitous in homes and bars, so fans need something more than a ticket to a nosebleed seat to entice them to attend a game. Once a team or league introduces a successful idea, it is immediately copied by the rest of the industry. Coming out of the pandemic, sports has benefited from people’s willingness to shell out for live experiences, similar to the boom seen in travel and concerts .

Premium hospitality at sporting events is still dominated by corporations, which buy the seats to entertain current clients and woo potential ones.

“The Masters is still the ultimate opportunity to host clients — this gets a customer or a prospect to get onto a plane and come spend time,” said Mike Ryan, who has worked in sports marketing for about two decades and had three corporate clients who purchased access to Map & Flag, which includes tournament tickets and what Augusta National markets as “the first and only official Masters hospitality experience outside the gates.”

But individual fans are increasingly taking part, too. Before the pandemic, corporations made up 75 percent of SuiteHop’s business. Now it is only around 50 percent. While 20-person suites are still primarily bought by companies, it is now much easier for well-off fans, or maybe those celebrating a special occasion, to buy access to a smaller suite or an in-arena club with food and drink included.

“We want to capture the 22-year-old and the 60-year-old,” said Adam Stover, a senior principal at Populous, an architectural firm that designs sports venues. “We know and our clients know the level of disposable income, and over time your disposable income will shift and adjust.”

Populous recently completed a $200 million paddock renovation in time for the 150th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs that added more than 3,600 all-inclusive seats, starting at $1,775 for the Derby on May 4, and for the Oaks, the premier race for 3-year-old fillies, a day earlier. Two premium clubs will offer close-up views of horses being saddled under the Twin Spires. Tickets start at $7,500.

At the third-floor Turf Club, members can purchase a six-person front-row table that overlooks the finish line for $29,442 for both days. A year ago, the same table cost $19,650.

Prices are so steep that many Louisvillians say they cannot afford to attend even the Oaks, which used to be known as the locals’ Derby. They now turn toward less expensive race days earlier in the week.

The diversity of experiences is also an acknowledgment that younger fans are less likely to sit and watch an entire game. “We see people want to move around, they want to experience other parts of the venues,” said Isabelle Ivanov-Rijnties, an interior design director at Populous.

If fans are moving around, however, they aren’t watching the game and screaming their lungs out. With the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, Calif., which will open this year as the home to the Los Angeles Clippers, the team’s owner, Steve Ballmer, hopes he has a venue that can be all things to all people.

Besides standard suites, the arena will have four courtside cabanas, 10 backstage bungalows and three different member-only clubs. It will also have 4,500 seats reserved for fervent Clippers fans in “The Wall,” which will attempt to create a college student section-like atmosphere. Countdown clocks throughout the arena will encourage fans to hustle back to their seats before play begins again.

“There are stadiums that are built more as places for casual conversation,” Mr. Ballmer told Bloomberg . “But I’m saying, ‘Hey, this is where you go if you’re about the game.’”

Some European soccer teams are taking such a bifurcated approach to the extreme, selling suites for high prices but not charging for regular tickets at all . Those tickets brought in comparatively little revenue anyway, the thinking goes, so why not just get more fans into the building, improving the atmosphere and converting some of them from casual supporters to die-hard ones? Generally speaking, teams that have made this change are seeing increased attendance and growth in merchandise sales and sponsorship revenue.

They are the exceptions, however, and your favorite N.F.L. team probably will not be handing out free tickets anytime soon.

Tickets to the Masters have always been difficult to obtain, but once fans get inside Augusta’s grounds, the free parking, $1.50 pimento cheese sandwiches and complimentary pairings sheets are downright reasonable. Map & Flag, then, is in some ways a departure from that ethos.

Augusta National declined to make a club executive available for an interview, but its chairman, Fred S. Ridley, said Wednesday that the project “responds to the interest and demand expressed by patrons over many years who desire world-class hospitality combined with an authentic Masters experience.”

The club, like the teams and venues before it, seems to be reacting what is happening outside its gates, and trying to bring it inside. It is all the more important for a prestige brand like the Masters, over which Augusta National has long imposed exacting standards, to build a Disney-smooth experience for fans. But Mr. Ryan was among those in Augusta who said the club had felt stung when outside hospitality providers did not provide similarly idyllic experiences, even giving fans counterfeit tickets, and dented the Masters mystique.

Despite the club’s inaugurating the luxury entertaining spot Berckmans Place, near the course’s fifth fairway, a decade ago, there is still a robust, largely unregulated secondary market for opulence that roars the week of the Masters, outside the control — and the pocketbook — of Augusta National.

“They are the market leader, and they haven’t even really gone into it,” Mr. Ryan said of Augusta National’s efforts to consolidate the luxury hospitality market. “What the last 10 years have shown is there’s almost an insatiable appetite. I think time will tell, but I think you and I will be here in 10 years and there will be, in my opinion, another iteration of this.”

Indeed, another phase of Map & Flag is expected to open next year.

Melissa Hoppert contributed reporting.

Alan Blinder is a national correspondent for The Times, covering education. More about Alan Blinder

Kevin Draper writes about money, power and influence in sports, focusing on a range of topics, including workplace harassment and discrimination, sexual misconduct and doping. He can be reached at [email protected] or [email protected] . More about Kevin Draper

Doug Mills has been a photographer in the Washington bureau of The Times since 2002. He previously worked at The Associated Press, where he won two Pulitzer Prizes. His Instagram is @nytmills . More about Doug Mills

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Are you ready for one of the largest productions the Coachella Valley has ever seen? Get the “Sweet and Lowdown” of this “Lady Be Good” musical that will hit the CVRep stage with Gershwin songs that are sure to stay in your head the rest of the night. This brand-new take on the classic 1920s musical farce is a screwball comedy that features romance, high-spirited production numbers, and a Tony Award winning script that pokes fun at class snobbery in the prohibition era.

When : Wednesdays-Sundays now through April 28 (all shows start at 2 or 7 p.m., check website for specifics)

Where:  Coachella Valley Repertory, 68-510 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City

Cost:  From $87

More info:   cvrep.org

'The Barbie Music Festival Exhibition'

Looking for a family-friendly activity this weekend that doesn't require a Coachella wristband, but still leans into the festival spirit? The Body Deli on El Paseo invites you to experience its unique exhibit of vintage Barbie dolls on display amidst a colorful festive atmosphere. The exhibit includes a giant Ferris wheel (like the one at Empire Polo Club during the festivals), a rainbow tower (just like "Spectra" on the festival grounds), and even a stage with a Taylor Swift doll singing as this festival’s headliner (something we've yet to see at the festival in real life, but you never know). With 32 Barbie and Ken dolls, the dazzling display was orchestrated by Margaret Clark, co-founder of The Body Deli, from her 60+ years of collecting Barbie dolls.

When: On view during store hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday now until April 28

Where: The Body Deli, 73-560 El Paseo, Suite B, Palm Desert (across the street from The Gardens)

Cost: Free to view

More info: Email [email protected]

Desert Theatreworks presents 'To Kill a Mockingbird'

Harper Lee's beloved Pulitzer Prize-winning book "To Kill a Mockingbird" comes to life in this play, which opens on a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression. Main character Scout and her brother, Jem, live here with their widowed father, Atticus Finch. The facade of the seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young Black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction, local lawyer Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community. All these years later, this work remains a powerful tale about racism, compassion and the difference between right and wrong.

When:  Now through April 28 (all shows at 2 or 7:30 p.m., check website for specific dates and times)

Where:  The Indio Performing Arts Center, 45-175 Fargo St., Indio

Cost:  From $38

More info:   dtworks.org

Friday Nights on Pierson

The Friday Nights on Pierson event series in Desert Hot Springs returned in November, and continues throughout the spring. Peruse a variety of food trucks — from tacos to pulled pork sandwiches — as well as pop-up shops, live music offerings and crafts for purchase by local artisans. 

When:  5-9 p.m. every Friday (including April 26)

Where:  11-940 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs

Cost:  Free

More info:   cityofdhs.org

Revolution Stage Company presents 'The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee'

Head to Revolution Stage Company to hear this beloved tale about an eclectic group of sixth-graders at the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, each eager to win for very different reasons. This hysterical and catchy musical follows each speller as they reveal their hopes, struggles and passions throughout the competition. With an engaging score by William Finn and a sweet book by Rachel Sheinkin, "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" causes audiences to fall in love with this group of young people.

When:  Now through April 28 (check website for times)

Where:  Revolution Stage Company, 611 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs

Cost:  $35.88

More info:   revolutionstagecompany.com

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Food Truck Fridays

Enjoy a weeky tradition in the heart of Indio. Food Truck Fridays is back, and the vendor lineup changes regularly, so it'll never be the same experience twice. Expect returning favorites and new eateries at this family and pet-friendly event. Whether you're craving sweet treats or a full meal, there's plenty of options, and live music and themed days to boot.

When:  5-10 p.m. every Friday (including Friday, April 26)

Where:  The corner of Towne Street and Bliss Avenue in Downtown Indio

Cost:  Free admission, various items available for purchase

More info:  indio.org

The Bent presents 'The Lincoln Debate'

"The Lincoln Debate," the popular play by local theater artist Terry Ray that launched The Bent theater last year, is back. The world premiere garnered rave reviews, and was nominated for seven Desert Theater League Awards, including Best Comedy and Best Director. Only seen by Palm Springs audiences, this show explores the four years that Abraham Lincoln shared a bed with a man that history records as his “best friend.” Was it more than just a friendship? After hearing the facts, you decide for yourself. Jason Reale and Alex Price return to their award-winning roles as Lincoln and his bedmate, and the show also stars Ray, Angela Landis and Amber Lux Archer. Steve Rosenbaum once again directs.

When : April 26-May 12 (check website for times)

Where:  Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs

Cost:  $40

More info:   thebent.org

The River Spring Music Series

The spring concert series presented by the City of Rancho Mirage Cultural Commission ends this Saturday, so prepare to kick your night off with live music. This week, Radio Ready is back to groove to the exhilarating tunes of yesterday and today. The set will also feature guest singers as well as the High Hopes Dance Troupe (all disabilities dance troupe). Guests also have the chance to win prizes from local businesses such as The Ritz Carlton, The Omni Rancho Mirage, Acrisure Arena (VIP tickets to a Firebirds game) and more by entering our raffle. All of the proceeds from the raffle, hosted by the Rotary Club of Palm Desert, go to Fenixia Foundation, a local nonprofit supporting autism and disability acceptance. A check presentation to Fenixia Foundation will follow the raffle winners announcement.

When:  6-8 p.m. Saturday, April 27

Where:  The River Amphitheatre, 71-800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage

Cost:  Admission to the concert is free, but raffle tickets will be sold during the band performances, and all guests are encouraged to purchase one. Each ticket is $5, or you can purchase five tickets for $20. Tickets can be purchased until 7:30 p.m. April 29.

More info:  Email [email protected] or call 310-386-5509

Molly Haskell book talk and "The Palm Beach Story" presentation

Legendary film critic and author Molly Haskell will be making a rare West Coast appearance in Palm Springs this weekend to speak on classic films and sign her books. Haskell is the author of six books, including "From Reverence To Rape, the Treatment of Women in the Movies," cited by The Hollywood Reporter as one of the most influential film books of all time. She's written for The New York Times, The Guardian UK, Esquire, The Village Voice, New York Magazine, Vogue and many more publications. She has also served as an associate professor of film at Barnard, and as adjunct professor of film at Columbia University. Haskell will speak and sign books at the April 27 screening of "The Palm Beach Story" starring Claudette Colbert, and the April 28 screening of "Design for Living" starring Gary Cooper at the Camelot Theater.

When:  6 p.m. Saturday, April 27 and 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 28

Cost:  $1

More info:   psculturalcenter.org

This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: 10 things to do in the Coachella Valley this week April 22-28

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Busy places and unexpected events used to send me into meltdown on holiday. An autism diagnosis helped me to adapt my plans and rediscover the joy of travelling

W andering hand-in-hand through the medieval streets of Bologna, my boyfriend and I were in awe of the sweeping porticoes and distinctive rust-red brickwork of the city. It was our first holiday together. We’d wanted to find somewhere beyond the obvious that would marry our respective interests in architecture and history. Bologna was the perfect fit.

We admired the Church of Santa Maria della Vita , with its imposing baroque interior, lavishly decorated in colourful frescoes and marble carvings. We caught a little red and blue express train up into the hills to the Santuario della Madonna di San Luca , and climbed the bell tower of the Basilica di San Petronio for panoramic views across the city.

But after one particularly long, hot day on our feet, with our stomachs clamouring to be fed, my mood began to shift. With the setting of the sun came the rising of my rage, as we struggled to agree on where we wanted to eat. In a city nicknamed La Grassa (“the fat one”), we weren’t lacking in options; in fact, it was the sheer number of well-reviewed eateries that was overwhelming.

Eventually we decided on pizza, and my boyfriend anxiously led us through sun-dappled alleyways, seeking out a little hole-in-the-wall spot with stellar reviews on Google. Looking back now, I’m ashamed of my reaction once we arrived. Instead of excitedly tucking into the steaming, cheese-drenched deliciousness before me, I burst into tears, refusing to order. And why?

Because they were slices .

In my mind, getting pizza meant that we’d be presented with a whole pizza. The idea of just grabbing a slice or two felt abhorrently wrong. It truly felt to me, in that moment, like I was being asked to do the impossible. Instead, we had to find a standard bistro and get me the right kind of pizza. Scrolling through photographs from that trip for this article, I find a snapshot of my boyfriend opposite me at the table, looking as if he’d just (barely) survived the fury of the Visigoths during the sacking of Rome.

It wasn’t until three years later – in spring 2020, when I was diagnosed as autistic – that this fragment of my life story, and many others like it, finally began to make sense.

B eing autistic means that life is a challenge, every day, in myriad tiny ways most others cannot see. Autistic people often grapple with sensory, social and communication challenges that manifest differently in each of us. As a toddler, for instance, I couldn’t stand the touch of grass on my skin. My parents could pop me down on a blanket by our tent during camping trips, safe in the knowledge that I wouldn’t stray. The same went for sand – putting me down to build a sandcastle on the beach only led to banshee-esque wailing until someone picked me up. When I got older, I preferred to stay by the tent and read my books than risk the chaotic din of the campsite playground. I’ve also always found it difficult when confronted with the unexpected. That could be anything, from a last-minute change of plans to something simply not turning out the way I’d pictured it in my head.

Relentlessly busy places are a terrifying prospect for those of us predisposed to sensory overwhelm. The best way I can describe how I experience this sensation is to ask you to imagine that the whole world has climbed into your chest. It then sits there, heavy and loud and bright, thrumming with energy, too much energy, more than any one person could hold within themselves. And yet, that’s what’s expected of us, day in, day out.

Fortunately, societal awareness of how autistic people interact with public spaces has grown over the past few years, thanks to the rise of lived experiences shared on platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. The thriving autistic creator communities online were a lifebelt for me when I was first diagnosed, providing both insights into my own behaviour and suggesting coping mechanisms.

Initiatives such as the sunflower lanyard scheme are also having a real impact on how employees in train stations, airports, bus terminals and so on are trained in making these places more accessible to those with hidden disabilities. What I have learned is that many challenges can be overcome with sufficient planning and support from those around me. Through much trial and error over the last four years, I’m making real progress towards learning how to adapt my holiday plans to accommodate my needs. I now have a self-made kit for mitigating sensory overwhelm that I take with me whenever I travel: sunglasses, noise-isolating earplugs, noise-cancelling headphones, a fidget toy or two and a safe food to snack on (a favourite cereal bar, for example). Having avoided meltdowns by using these items in the past, I now can’t imagine travelling without them.

The process of writing my book, The Autistic Guide to Adventure , has provided many useful insights too. Designed to introduce younger readers from the autistic community to a variety of different outdoor activities, the book suggests how to best approach them from sensory, social and communication perspectives.

Take kayaking, for instance, a popular holiday activity in the UK thanks to our miles upon miles of public waterways and easily accessible coastline. I’ve kayaked on family holidays since a young age. Before I knew I was autistic, however, I’d never have thought to give myself extra time to get used to sitting in a new boat in a new location, testing the feel of a buoyancy aid or holding the paddle properly. Yet something as simple as taking the opportunity to do that – on dry land, before the kayak even gets near the water – can make a real difference to how comfortable and confident an autistic person might feel about trying this new activity. Most activity providers are understanding and would be happy to facilitate this, if you let them know in advance.

Other simple adaptations to recreational activities include using walking poles for all levels of hiking – not only on mountains – and bringing an inflatable for wild swimming. These help to maintain balance, something that many autistic people find hard because of difficulties regulating their vestibular system.

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There will never be one single trip or destination that’s perfect for every autistic person, because our individual strengths, struggles and support needs are so different. But if we each plan ahead and choose what to do or where to go based on our known sensory sensitivities, communication preferences and social battery life, every trip has the potential to be perfect just for us .

M ost recently, my boyfriend and I took a much-anticipated trip to the Arctic Circle, visiting Tromsø. There’s a key difference between this holiday and our stay in Bologna five years earlier: the weather. It’s common for autistic people to have strong preferences when it comes to temperature – in my case, I’ll always choose cold over hot.

That’s why Tromsø in December was a sensory dream for me. Plunged into polar night, the light was never brighter than a muted lilac haze for a few short hours around midday. The temperature was consistently below freezing; the snow lay piled in marshmallow-soft heaps along pavements and roadsides. It was as far a cry from the lively streets and humid air of summer in Bologna as you could get, and it was perfect.

Learning from previous experience, we planned exactly where we wanted to eat during the trip. We spent several cheerful mealtimes huddled by the fire pit at Raketten Bar and enjoyed Pølse , a hotdog stand in a sunshine-yellow kiosk dating back to 1911.

Autistic people often prefer the company of animals to other humans, but it’s not something I’d ever thought to factor into my travel plans before. In Tromsø, we ended up spending three out of our five days on activities involving animals: huskies, whales and reindeer. It was, without a doubt, one of the best decisions we could have made.

The joy of losing myself in a frenzied pack of newfound canine friends radiates from my face in photos from the day we went husky sledding.

Given that travel is something I treasure, it’s a relief to realise that my ability to do it is not limited by being neurodivergent. On the contrary, I truly believe some of my many travel experiences have been – and will continue to be – enhanced by the fact that my brain works on a different wavelength. When I close my eyes, I can still see the play of lavender light on the snow-capped mountains surrounding Tromsø. I’m immediately transported back to a place that felt like home to my soul, soothed without having to take even a step outside.

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Editor's note: Follow live coverage of the Masters, leaderboard, highlights and more.

Masters week has arrived at last.

Jon Rahm will attempt to become the fourth player in tournament history to win back-to-back titles at Augusta National. Rahm is defending a 2023 championship he won by rallying for a four-stroke win against Brooks Koepka and Phil Mickelson.

Scottie Scheffler has already won two tournaments this year and will take the first tee as the World Golf Rankings No. 1 player. He's also had some success at Augusta winning the 2022 Masters .

Tiger Woods is making his 26th appearance at the Masters and is seeking his sixth win in the tournament, a feat that would tie him with Jack Nicklaus for most all time. Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy will attempt to win for the first time at Augusta, the only major that has proven to be elusive for the Northern Ireland golfer.

Here's everything you need to know about the 2024 Masters Tournament .

When does Masters start?

The first round of the 2024 Masters begins Thursday, April 11, with the first tee time at 10:30 a.m. ET due to weather delays. Erik van Rooyen and Jake Knapp will be the first pairing.

The second round begins Friday, April 12, with the first tee time at 8 a.m. ET with Lee Hodges, Adrian Meronk, Grayson Murray.

The third round begins Saturday, April 13, with the first tee times expected shortly after 11 a.m. ET.

The final round begins Sunday, April 14, with the first tee times expected shortly after 11 a.m. ET.

How to watch Masters

For the first two rounds, viewers can tune into ESPN or the Watch ESPN app from 3 p.m. through 7:30 p.m. ET for live TV coverage. For the final two rounds, coverage switches to CBS, with live coverage also starting at 3 p.m. ET.

Online viewers can also stream the action at Masters.com, and select focuses of the tournament will be available on Paramount+ and ESPN+ over the four-day event.

Cord-cutters can also turn to Fubo, which carries CBS and ESPN.

How to stream Masters

• Live stream: Paramount+ ,  Fubo , ESPN+

Fans and viewers of the 2024 Masters can catch all angles of Augusta a few different ways. Paramount+ and ESPN+ will play home to specific focuses of the tournament, from featured groups to featured holes and more.

Who won 2023 Masters?

Jon Rahm from Spain won the 2023 Masters Tournament, by four strokes over Brooks Kopeka and Phil Mickelson to claim his second major championship and first green jacket.

Masters winners, year by year

• 2023  Jon Rahm
• 2022  Scottie Scheffler
• 2021  Hideki Matsuyama
• 2020  Dustin Johnson
• 2019  Tiger Woods
• 2018  Patrick Reed
• 2017  Sergio Garcia
• 2016  Danny Willett
• 2015  Jordan Spieth
• 2014  Bubba Watson
• 2013  Adam Scott
• 2012  Bubba Watson
• 2011  Charl Schwartzel
• 2010  Phil Mickelson
• 2009  Angel Cabrera
• 2008  Trevor Immelman
• 2007  Zach Johnson
• 2006  Phil Mickelson
• 2005  Tiger Woods
• 2004  Phil Mickelson
• 2003  Mike Weir
• 2002  Tiger Woods
• 2001  Tiger Woods
• 2000  Vijay Singh
• 1999  Jose Maria Olazabal
• 1998  Mark O'Meara
• 1997  Tiger Woods
• 1996  Nick Faldo
• 1995  Ben Crenshaw
• 1994  Jose Maria Olazabal
• 1993  Bernhard Langer
• 1992  Fred Couples
• 1991  Ian Woosnam
• 1990  Nick Faldo
• 1989  Nick Faldo
• 1988  Sandy Lyle
• 1987  Larry Mize
• 1986  Jack Nicklaus
• 1985  Bernhard Langer
• 1984  Ben Crenshaw
• 1983  Seve Ballesteros
• 1982  Craig Stadler
• 1981  Tom Watson
• 1980  Seve Ballesteros
• 1979  Fuzzy Zoeller
• 1978  Gary Player
• 1977  Tom Watson
• 1976  Raymond Floyd
• 1975  Jack Nicklaus
• 1974  Gary Player
• 1973  Tommy Aaron
• 1972  Jack Nicklaus
• 1971  Charles Coody
• 1970  Billy Casper
• 1969  George Archer
• 1968  Bob Goalby
• 1967  Gay Brewer Jr.
• 1966  Jack Nicklaus
• 1965  Jack Nicklaus
• 1964  Arnold Palmer
• 1963  Jack Nicklaus
• 1962  Arnold Palmer
• 1961  Gary Player
• 1960  Arnold Palmer
• 1959  Art Wall Jr.
• 1958  Arnold Palmer
• 1957  Doug Ford
• 1956  Jack Burke Jr.
• 1955  Cary Middlecoff
• 1954  Sam Snead
• 1953  Ben Hogan
• 1952  Sam Snead
• 1951  Ben Hogan
• 1950  Jimmy Demaret
• 1949  Sam Snead
• 1948  Claude Harmon
• 1947  Jimmy Demaret
• 1946  Herman Keiser
• 1942  Byron Nelson
• 1941  Craig Wood
• 1940  Jimmy Demaret
• 1939  Ralph Guldahl
• 1938  Henry Picard
• 1937  Byron Nelson
• 1936  Horton Smith
• 1935  Gene Sarazen
• 1934  Horton Smith

Note:  The Masters did not take place from 1943-45 because of World War II.