Program Overview

Program Overview

The Fudan University - Oklahoma State University Master of Tourism Administration (MTA) joint training program is rooted in Fudan's rich humanities tradition and academic atmosphere, growing in the national strategy of developing the tourism industry. To meet the current demand for high-level professional talent in the tourism and hotel management fields in China, and to strengthen the internationalization of MTA education in China, Fudan University's MTA program has been actively expanding academic exchanges with overseas schools. This time, it is particularly launched with the Oklahoma State University College of Human Sciences Hotel, Tourism, and Restaurant Administration Department to jointly promote a dual-degree joint training project between the two schools and two departments.

Admission Requirements

To apply for the program, students need to meet the admission requirements of both Fudan University and Oklahoma State University.

• Fudan University's admission requirements:
  • Meet Fudan University's graduate admission requirements for Chinese mainland, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau candidates.
  • Have relevant industry work experience (at least two years for master's degree or doctoral degree holders, at least three years for bachelor's degree holders, and at least five years for high vocational college graduates).
  • Pass the admission procedure (according to Fudan University and MTA project pre-examination interview and admission process and relevant regulations and rules).
• Oklahoma State University's admission requirements:
  • Have an average grade point (GPA) of ≥3.0 (out of 4.0) in the first year of study at Fudan University.
  • Have a TOEFL score of ≥550 (paper-based) or ≥79 (internet-based).
  • The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is not required but can be beneficial for the application.
  • Have relevant industry work experience.

Curriculum

The two universities implement a credit recognition system. Students study public courses and required professional courses at Fudan University in the first year and take courses at Oklahoma State University in the second year. After completing the courses, students can return to Fudan University to complete their thesis. Notably, with the assistance of Oklahoma State University, students can apply for a one-year internship opportunity. Students who successfully apply will have the chance to experience the local work environment and atmosphere in the hotel, tourism, and catering industry in the United States. Moreover, Oklahoma State University has established various types of scholarships specifically for Fudan MTA students.

Program Details

The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive education in tourism administration, combining the strengths of both Fudan University and Oklahoma State University. The joint training program is designed to meet the growing demand for high-level professional talent in the tourism and hotel management fields in China and to promote the internationalization of MTA education in China.