COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialisation in Tourism and Hospitality Leadership at Kaplan Business School is structured across three levels—400, 500, and 600—combining core and directed subjects to develop advanced leadership, strategic, and industry-specific skills.At level 400, students complete foundational courses including People, Culture and Contemporary Leadership, Governance, Ethics and Sustainability, Financial and Economic Interpretation and Communication, and Consumer Behaviour and Marketing Psychology. These subjects provide essential knowledge and analytical skills for effective decision-making and organisational leadership.Level 500 focuses on advanced leadership, strategy, and practical experience. Courses include Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Intelligence and Diversity, Dynamic Strategy and Disruptive Innovation, and internships. Internship 1 and Internship 2 allow students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world professional environments, with the second internship building on the first.Level 600 culminates with the MBA Capstone: Strategy, integrating learning from previous levels. Directed subjects allow students to specialise in tourism and hospitality, including Managing in Service-based Industries, Strategy and Leadership in Tourism and Hospitality, and Destination and Visitor Management. Additional elective options cover entrepreneurship, international business, organisational change, healthcare management, digital marketing, project management, analytics, and personal development, allowing students to tailor the MBA to their career goals.This program equips graduates with the skills to lead organisations, influence regional and organisational outcomes, manage tourism and hospitality operations, and implement strategic initiatives. The combination of core business knowledge and sector-specific expertise prepares students for leadership roles in tourism, hospitality, and service-based industries, enhancing their ability to drive organisational success and contribute to regional development.