Program Overview

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Hospitality Management and Leadership, M.S.

The M.S. in Hospitality Management and Leadership prepares management-level professionals for advancement of knowledge in hospitality management. The program aims to provide graduate students the opportunity to develop more effective operational and analytical skills while preparing individuals for leadership positions and career advancement in operations management or new careers in teaching and research.

About the Online Master of Science in Hospitality Management and Leadership

The online Master of Science in Hospitality Management and Leadership is a 30-hour program that can be completed in as early as one year. The comprehensive curriculum is taught by faculty with extensive industry knowledge and research experience. The program is designed to prepare scholars and experienced practitioners for advancement of knowledge in hospitality management, with a focus on research, education, and operations.

Program Information

• Degree: M.S. in Hospitality Management
• Emphases: N/A
• Required Credit Hours: 30
• Program Type: Master's Program
• Program Location: Online
• School: School of Applied Sciences
• Duration: 1-2 years

Goals of the M.S. in Hospitality Management and Leadership

The goal of the online Master of Science program in Hospitality Management and Leadership is to prepare scholars and experienced practitioners for advancement of knowledge in hospitality management. The program provides students with an opportunity to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of study and the profession, and to develop more effective research and operational practices.

Application Process and Deadline

Applications for admission to the graduate programs must be submitted to the University of Mississippi Graduate School through the online application process. To properly apply for admission, students must complete and submit:

• An online application completed through the Graduate School website
• A statement of purpose not exceeding 1,000 words
• Names and contact information of academic or professional references
• Official transcripts from all institutions where a degree was obtained
• Official English proficiency test scores (if applicable)

Courses in the Hospitality Management and Leadership Master's Program

Some of the key classes in the program include:

• NHM 615 - Advanced Financial Management in Hospitality
• NHM 628 - Organizational Behavior in Hospitality
• NHM 676 - Adv. Hospitality Information Technology

Job Market and Career Opportunities

The median income for Hotel Managers is $61,000, and for Restaurant Managers is $58,000. Graduates of the program can pursue careers in:

• Food and Beverage Director
• Restaurant Manager
• Front Office Manager
• Catering Manager
• Executive Chef
• Marketing and Public Relations
• Event Planner
• Food Service Manager

Graduate Program Coordinator

The Graduate Program Coordinator guides students through every stage of the program, from application to graduation and career success. For questions about the program, students can contact the coordinator.