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Ms in hospitality management (thesis).

Graduate students interested in conducting research in hospitality and tourism management research during graduate and post-graduate studies can choose the thesis track of the Master of Science in Hospitality Management. This program is ideal for those who hope to pursue a Ph.D. in the future.

This 33-credit program includes a three-credit thesis course and a three-credit elective.

Program at a glance

• Ranked the #8 program in the US by QS World University Rankings
• We have the most graduates earning the highest starting salaries compared to any other Florida State University hospitality program
• Can be completed in as little as 12 months !
• Career Services department dedicated solely to Hospitality Students
• A national, star-studded, five-day destination event showcasing the talents of the world’s most renowned wine and spirits producers, chefs, and culinary personalities.
• 1-year of Optional Practical Training (OPT) upon graduation
• In-state student tuition, on-campus: $15,015
• Out-of-state and international student tuition, on-campus: $33,033
• Fully online program: $24, 750

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Core requirements – 33 credits

• Accounting & Financial Management: 3
• Global Issues in Hospitality & Tourism: 3
• Research and Statistical Methods: 3
• Hospitality and Tourism Industry Research Analysis: 3
• Marketing & Sales in Hospitality & Tourism: 3
• Hospitality Law Seminar: 3
• Revenue Management OR Feasibility Studies OR Restaurant Development: 3
• Organizational Behavior in the Hospitality Industry: 3
• Hospitality Elective: 3
• Thesis I: 3
• Strategic Management for Hospitality and Tourism: 3

Thesis track guidelines

Students in the thesis track are expected to familiarize themselves with procedures and expectations as outlined in the Hospitality Management Thesis Track Guidelines.

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Non-thesis option

Earn an advanced degree without a required thesis in the Master of Science in Hospitality Management program. This non-thesis option also has an accelerated track, which can be completed online in 12 months.

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Hospitality & Tourism Management Masters Theses Collection

Theses from 2013 2013.

The Impact of Self-Service Technologies in the Hotel Industry on Employee Job Satisfaction , Erin M. Mosher, Hotel & Tourism Management

Relationships among Source Credibility of Electronic Word of Mouth, Perceived Risk, and Consumer Behavior on Consumer Generated Media , Mei-hsin Wu, Hotel & Tourism Management

Theses from 2012 2012

The Effect of Menu Nutrition Labels on Consumers' Dietary Decision Making , Diane M. Lowe, Hotel & Tourism Management

The Economic Significance Study on the Volleyball Hall of Fame and Its Charitable Impressions , Feng Xu, Hotel & Tourism Management

Theses from 2010 2010

Revenue Management And Perceptions Of Fairness , Choongbeom Choi, Hotel & Tourism Management

Excess Return Estimate and Risk Factors in Hospitality Firms , Genti Lagji, Hotel & Tourism Management

Students’ Perceptions of Effectiveness of Hospitality Curricula and Their Preparedness , Imran Rahman, Hotel & Tourism Management

Theses from 2009 2009

Presenteeism: A Comparative Analysis , James E. O'donnell, Hotel & Tourism Management

Theses from 2008 2008

Senses of Place , Catalin I. Cighi, Hotel & Tourism Management

College Student Gambling: Examining the Effects of Gaming Education Within a College Curriculum , Maryann Conrad, Hotel & Tourism Management

Theses from 2007 2007

Price Bundling in Online Travel Markets: An Exploratory Study , Jinhoo Kim, Hotel & Tourism Management

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Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

Platform of Growth: An Analysis of Earnings and Social Media Engagement Among Esports Athletes , Colleen Marie Dibble

Capturing Visuals in Hospitality: A Multi-Dimensional Exploration of Photographs in Interdisciplinary Research , Ningqiao Li

Employee Experience in the U.S. Casual Dining Restaurant Industry: Conceptualization, Scale Development, and Effects on Employees’ Retention , Xiao Ma

An Examination of Celebrity Product Involvement and Endorsement Effectiveness , Eric Nichols

Southeastern Conference (SEC) International Student-Athlete (ISA) Career Transitions - A Cultural Intelligence (CQ) Perspective , Tsu-Lin Yeh

The Impact of Interactivity on Information Processing for Virtual Tourist Destinations , Hongxiao Yu

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Customer Touchpoint: Conceptualization, Index Development, and Nomological Validation , Hyunsu Kim

“No Tits in the Pits!”: An Exploratory Analysis of the Experiences of Female Decision Makers in Motorsports in the United States , Alexia Pedo Lopes

Affective Risk Perceptions Toward Travel in a COVID Era: Policy and State Political Influences , Chloe Riley

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

“The Lifeblood of College Sports”: The NCAA’s Dominant Institutional Logic and the Byproducts of an (Over)emphasis on Recruiting , Chris Corr

Customers’ Acceptance of Automated Hotel , Jianhong Feng

Effects of Information Exposure, Emotions, and Self-Efficacy On Risk Perception and Travel Intention During the COVID-19 Pandemic , Chunsheng Jin

Positioning Customer Service Through Customer Journey Mapping in Service Consumption and Recovery , Dan Jin

Does the Tendency of Loss Aversion Depend On The Level of Competition? Evidence From Multilevel Esports Tournaments , Zeqing Mao

The Impact of Social Media Account Types on Travel Intention , Nuri Seo

Technology Experience: Measurement Development and Validation , Hyejo Hailey Shin

Why Do Tourists Accept Lodging Through Accommodation Sharing Platforms? Model Development and Model Comparison , Ge Zhu

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

The Downside of National Team Identity: A Model to Measure Negative Outcomes of Team Identity , Fei Gao

Newcomer Student-Athlete Perceptions of Coaches’ Socialization Strategies: Scale Development , Evelyn Su Jara-Pazmino

Comparing the Success of Official Sponsors and Ambush Marketers: An Event Study Analysis of Brazil Following the 2014 Fifa World Cup and 2016 Rio de Janeiro Summer Olympic Games , Timothy Koba

The Impact of Hotel Service Robot Appearance and Service Attributes on Customer Experience , Chuhan Thomsen

The Economic Impact of Tennis in South Carolina , Xue Zhang

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

The Importance of Twitter to Destination Marketing Organizations , Tatiana Allgeyer

Finding the Perfect Match: Dimension Analysis and Development of the External Sponsorship Congruence Scale , Kelly Evans

Premium Seating in College Athletics: Trends of Today and the Future , Kendra Holaday

“WE NEED DAWGS!”: Narrative Construction of Athletic Identity Among Black High School Football Players , Victor Dion Kidd

Measuring Long-Term Advertising Effects in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry , Rui Qi

Selling Rooms and Making Money in the Lodging Industry: Analyzing the Effects of RevPAR and GOPPAR Together , Thomas Rogers

Investigating Managerial Priority of Environmental Inputs and Outputs in Public Assembly Venues , Walker Ross

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

College Students and Corporate Social Responsibility: An Examination of Corporate-Social Responsible Behavior in College Athletics From the Students’ Perspective , R. Jacob Gilbert

An Analysis Of Perceptions Of Restaurant Authenticity At Food Tourism Destinations In The Southeastern U.S , Jamie A. Levitt

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Motivation To Play Esports: Case of League of Legends , Yaoyao Sun

Theme Park Demand, Theme Park Attractiveness, and Visitors’ Theme Park Choices , Yingsha Zhang

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

An Examination Of Destination Choice Behavior Using Meme Maps, Images and Decision Making Styles , Hilmi Atahan Atadil

Memorable Dining Experiences: Formative Index And Model Development , Yang Cao

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

The Influence of Warmth and Competence Perceptions on Employees’ Attitudinal and Behavioral Responses in Casual Dining Restaurants , Diego Riva Humbert Bufquin

Media Effect on Resident Attitude Toward Hosting the Olympic Games: A Cross-National Study Between China and the USA , Qiulin Lu

Self-Determination Theory and Wellness Tourism: How Do Wellness Facilities Contribute to Wellbeing? , Karen I. Thal

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Understanding Destination Choice from a Cultural Distance Perspective , Hongbo Liu

Revisiting Gender Constraints and Benefits in Leisure Tourism: Man-Up, It’s Time to Travel Like a Woman , Holly L. Rabin

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

Responding to Tripadvisor: How Hotel Responses to Negative Online Reviews Effect Hotel Image, Intent to Stay, and Intent to Return , Tiffany Avant

An Analysis of The Possibilities of Applying The North American Management Model to Most Large-Scale Sports Facilities in China , XI LI

Examining Long-Haul Chinese Outbound Tourists' Shopping Intentions , Pei Zhang

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

Is the Current United States Tennis Association's Adult League System Restrictive? , Edward Horne

Manager Training In the Hotel Environment and Its Effect On Employee Turnover Intentions , Kristin Marie Malek

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Examining Japanese tourists' U.S.-Bound Travel Constraints , Lin He

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

Hotel Guests' Intentions to Choose Green Hotels , Amy Elizabeth Jackson

Green Inside and Out: Case Study On Green Events In Large Public Assembly Facilities , Peyton Jeter

Theses/Dissertations from 2009 2009

Motivations and Constraints of Chinese Outbound tourists: A Case Study , Chengting Lai

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Why the Master in Hospitality Management is right for you

April 06, 2022 •

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On 17th March 2022, EHL Hospitality Business School launched a new master’s degree in Hospitality Management: the MSc in Hospitality Management (MiHM). As part of its mission to redefine hospitality leadership and management for the new generation, EHL has developed a hospitality master’s degree that addresses the changing face of the industry, based on new customer needs and expectations, developments in technology and innovation, and a greater demand for soft skills in managerial leadership. In brief, an agile master’s program that brings hospitality ideas to life within the ever-changing parameters of today’s world.

MiHM preparing the new generation for tomorrow’s hospitality world

The Master of Science in Hospitality Management program trains learners to step into a management role in today's hospitality setting. It guides them through service management principles and specialist industry best practices, putting their previous studies and experience into action through rigorous research and a 12-week professional placement.

Students are taught service business design, talent management, financial controls, customer centricity and leadership skills. Every topic is explored through a hospitality lens, giving a sharper perspective of the ever-changing industry parameters. There are also courses in critical thinking, academic research and writing to prepare for a successful completion of their capstone thesis.

What you should know about the MiHM program

1. a program that balances hands on experience with academic research.

The MSc in Hospitality Management is a full time master’s degree course spread over three semesters and is taught in English uniquely at EHL Campus Lausanne. It is aimed at encouraging learners to build on their previous experience, introducing them to advanced hospitality management strategies and challenging them to balance academic research for their thesis with practical hands-on application during their 12-week professional immersion.  

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2. full immersion & specialization.

The small, interactive on-site classes give students the chance of full immersion into the unique EHL hospitality culture, cultural diversity as well as the vast industry network that the school is famous for. The MIHM program includes a rich variety of modules ranging from entrepreneurship skills to talent management, alongside a variety of field trips, guest speaker sessions and personalized side classes leading to extra certification. 

But what makes the MiHM really unique is its specialization track where learners have the choice of two academic routes in their second semester: F&B management, or hospitality finance, real estate and consulting. These routes enable students to develop a professional specialization in parallel with extensive knowledge of hospitality management.

Food and beverage in hospitality  - Specialization option 1

Learners are invited to explore innovation in F&B concepts and service, and learn how to manage operations cost-effectively without compromising on quality. Students also take part in a culinary business field trip and the EHL F&B concept week to broaden their awareness. Modules also include a look at interior deign, innovation for new experiences and new dining concepts.

There will be additional professional certifications which are currently in the planning stages and will be confirmed soon.

Hospitality finance, real estate and consulting - Specialization option 2

This specialization focuses on learning how to manage a hotel as an investment that delivers value to all stakeholders. Students gain an understanding of financial consulting, private equity and mergers and acquisitions from a hospitality point of view, as well as training in feasibility analysis, valuation of real estate, portfolio and asset management. 

There will also be professional certifications that learners can opt to take part in. These will be confirmed soon.

3. How the semesters are laid out

The first semester covers general hospitality and management skills. Modules include business logics, service economics, customer-centricity, effective people management, key soft skills in leadership to name but a few. 

The second semester introduces the specialization track where students chose from the two main options listed above. Each route focuses on the expertise needed for different hospitality management roles and explores the challenges affecting key functions. Semester two is also when the writing of the capstone thesis begins.

The third semester is the only one not on campus; it involves a paid 3-month ‘immersion’ in a company where students are helped to find a professional context in which to apply and develop their formation through real-life experience and insights. This professional immersion, part of the capstone thesis, exposes the students to life in a management role and the challenges faced on a day-to-day basis. Not only does the experience provide vital insights and context for their research, but it also increases the learners' attractiveness to employers and enables them to build a network in the industry. The immersion phase also helps gain industry-recognized professional certifications while studying, helping graduates stand out when applying for roles.

After the professional immersion stage, students have one more month to complete and present their capstone thesis. This applied research project invites learners to address a managerial complexity in the hospitality sector. The research is an opportunity to demonstrate the professional, interpersonal and leadership skills that students have developed as they apply critical thinking to their chosen topic. Students work closely with a faculty supervisor during the capstone thesis. 

4. Career prospects

Depending on the specialization track, graduates of the MIHM program have the choice of entering not only hospitality-related sectors but also finance, real estate and consulting. The horizons are certainly broad since the MIHM is a program aimed at learners with ambitious career plans in mind.

The MSc in Hospitality Management primes graduates for a successful career in the service sector. It prepares for entrance into the industry with all-encompassing managerial skills, equipping graduates with a deeper understanding of leadership, service business design, innovation and talent management to succeed with agility in different hospitality functions.

Master in Hospitality Management

Learning agility and soft skills.

Today's hospitality managers need to navigate seasonal fluctuations, 24/7 customer-facing service, high-value premises, and a breadth of talent to manage. The MSc in Hospitality Management explores fundamental business principles alongside highly sought-after soft skills. Learn what operating with agility really means. The program teaches the nuances of talent management, marketing, revenue strategies, logistics and customer centricity for an industry where change is ever present. It gives the tools to analyse data, trends and stakeholder values to make good decisions in fast-changing situations; a complete training to become an effective and affective leader in today's hospitality landscape.

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The best step-up for a successful career in hospitality

Our Master's in Hospitality Management is an internationally recognized MSc qualification. You will have a choice of four academic routes: CSR & Sustainable Transformation, Finance, Real Estate & Consulting, Food & Beverage Management, or Luxury Experience Management. These routes enable you to specialize through your studies.

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