Master of Science [M.Sc] [Hospitality Management] From Auburn University

A student who graduates with a thesis-track Master’s degree will:

1. Demonstrate a coherent understanding of the main theoretical foundations of hospitality and tourism fields through synthesis across courses and experiences.
2. Analyze and compare the relative merits of alternative research methods and statistical techniques when designing a research project.
3. Develop innovative, data-supported, theoretically sound research project related to a specific area within the hospitality and tourism fields.
4. Engage in various instructional experiences and develop teaching skills needed for instructional positions in the hospitality and tourism fields and/or advancement toward a terminal degree.
5. Communicate professionally and effectively in written and oral formats relevant to the hospitality and tourism fields.
 

A student who graduates with non-thesis track Master’s degree will:

1. Use theoretical tools and concepts to implement problem solving in an industry setting.
2. Assess and use appropriate data analytics tools, statistical techniques and yield management knowledge for decision making in an industry setting.
3. Produce a written report addressing industry-based problem.
4. Make a professional and academic oral presentation to a learned audience.