Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics

Business Administration in Hospitality and Tourism Management

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Program Information

School:Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics
Faculty:College of Management and Economics
Degree:Master; Online
Field of Study:Hospitality Administration/Management, General
Description:As a leading research institution with specialized professional programs, the University of Guelph offers a unique environment for learning and living. For 150 years, the University of Guelph has been committed to studying how to improve food production, processing and delivery. Our expertise adds value to the Canadian food industry and benefits farmers worldwide so we can produce more, safer foods using fewer resources. The Guelph Online MBA is designed so that full time working Executives can enhance their management potential without having to interrupt their careers with the delivery of the program being offered in an innovative hybrid format including short residential sessions combined with interactive online education.

The University of Guelph's Online Hospitality and Tourism Management MBA addresses an area of educational and economic importance in Canada and abroad. No other comparable program exists within Ontario, and there are only a handful of programs that have some components of Guelph's industry and management coverage elsewhere in the country.

URL:Business Administration in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics
Areas of Research:Hospitality and Tourism Economics and Policy; Revenue Management; Hospitality and Tourism Marketing; Managing Service Quality; Safety, Security, and Risk Assessment; Hospitality and Tourism Strategic Management.
Length:2 Year(s)

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*70 to 72
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: a four-year undergraduate degree from a recognized university or college with a minimum average of B- in the last year of study and at least three years of relevant work experience; or a general three-year degree and/or diploma and/or an acceptable professional designation as well as at least five years of work experience showing progressive increases in responsibility.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 550] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) [min. 213] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 89] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Michigan English Language Assessment Battery [min. 85]
    Application Notes : Applicants with a four-year degree must have at least three years' industry-related experience including supervisory and managerial responsibility. Those with a three-year degree or diploma must have five years' experience. All candidates must submit a statement of interest.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Work Experience

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on July 12, 2015