Master of Business Administration and Master of Science - Hotel Administration

Program Overview

The MBA/MS Hotel Administration dual degree equips students with business leadership skills and industry-specific knowledge for success in the hospitality industry. The program combines MBA core courses with specialized Hotel Administration courses, providing a comprehensive understanding of business principles and hotel operations. Graduates earn both an MBA and an MS in Hotel Administration, preparing them for a wide range of career opportunities in the hospitality sector.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Business Administration and Master of Science - Hotel Administration dual degree is designed for students seeking business leadership opportunities in the field of hotel administration. This program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed as managers with a high proficiency in hotel administration. The MBA portion advances the knowledge and practice of business and administration, while the Hotel Administration portion provides industry-specific knowledge essential for success in the dynamic hospitality industry. By leveraging the natural learning environment created by the Las Vegas economy, students graduating from this dual program earn two degrees: an MBA and an M.S. in Hotel Administration. The program requires the completion of 51 credit hours.

Outline:

The MBA/MS Hotel Administration dual program curriculum is structured as follows:

MBA Core Required Courses (18 credits):

• MBA 761: Accounting for Managers
• MBA 763: Leadership, Teams, and Individuals
• MBA 765: Financial Decision Making
• MBA 767: Market Opportunity Analysis
• MBA 769: Applied Economic Analysis
• MBA 775: Data Modeling and Analysis

MBA Electives (9 credits):

• Complete 9 credits of electives from any 700-level course offered by the Lee Business School.

MBA Capstone Course (3 credits):

• MBA 787: Strategic Management

Hotel Administration Required Courses (12 credits):

• HOA 705: Financial Analysis for the Service Industries
• HOA 711: Laws of Innkeeping and Food Service
• HOA 731: Operational Analysis in Hospitality Management
• HOA 735: Research Methodology

Hotel Administration Elective Course (3 credits):

• Students must complete an additional 3 credits of HOA graduate-level courses (500, 600, or 700).

Thesis Track:

• HOA 789R: Thesis (6 credits)

Professional Paper Track:

• HOA 788R: Professional Paper (3 credits)

Assessment:

The program utilizes a variety of assessment methods to evaluate student learning and progress, including:

• Exams
• Quizzes
• Projects
• Presentations
• Case studies
• Papers
• Participation

Teaching:

The program is taught by experienced faculty members who are experts in their respective fields. The teaching methods employed include:

• Lectures
• Discussions
• Case studies
• Simulations
• Role-playing
• Guest speakers

Careers:

The MBA/MS Hotel Administration dual degree prepares graduates for a wide range of career opportunities in the hospitality industry, including:

• Hotel management
• Restaurant management
• Event planning
• Tourism development
• Real estate development
• Consulting
• Finance
• Marketing
• Sales