Master of Hospitality Management Studies (MHMS) – Vancouver
Elevate your career with the Master of Hospitality Management Studies (MHMS) at Fairleigh Dickinson University Vancouver. Designed for aspiring hospitality professionals and tourism industry leaders, this program offers a global perspective, experiential learning, and the academic foundation you need to succeed in a dynamic and fast-growing field.
Whether you’re looking to advance your hospitality career, transition from another field, prepare for senior management roles, or become an entrepreneur, the MHMS program provides the academic depth and practical experience to help you reach your goals.
Program Overview
- Total Credits: 30 credits
- Program Duration: 16 months (average full-time completion)
- Delivery Mode: In-person (Vancouver)
- Experiential Learning: Internship and Co-op opportunities available; Services Management field course
- Program Intakes: January and September
- Post-Graduation Work Permit Eligible (see details)
Program Highlights
- Globally Recognized Program – Top 15 World Ranking- Best Hospitality and Hotel Management School (CEOWorld Magazine 2025).
- Expert Faculty & Small Class Sizes – Learn from industry professionals with personalized support.
- Opportunity to network and learn from hospitality professionals through field courses in key BC destinations including Vancouver, Whistler, and the Okanagan region.
- Diverse International Community – Study alongside students from around the world, expanding your global perspective.
Career Outcomes
Students will join a worldwide network of more than 3,000 alumni in Hospitality and Tourism leadership positions, where they will find valuable connections for internships and careers. Graduates of the MHMS program are prepared for leadership roles in a wide range of sectors, including:
- Hotel and Resort Management
- Event and Conference Planning
- Tourism Boards and Destination Marketing Organizations
- Food and Beverage Management
- Hospitality Consulting
- Airline and Cruise Operations
- Hospitality Entrepreneurship
Degree Plan
Master of Hospitality Management Studies (MHMS) degree plan provides a recommended sequence of courses designed to ensure a logical progression through required course prerequisites. While these course sequences offer a structured path to program completion, students should note that the actual order of courses may vary depending on their start term.
First Term
- HRTM 7751: Research Methodology
- HRTM 7713: Financial Management
- HRTM 7714: Advanced Human Resource Management
- HRTM 5100: Foundations of Academic Writing, Research, and Integrity
Second Term
- HRTM 7752: Research Methodology II
- HRTM 7771: Organizational Behaviour & CM
- Elective / Foundations Course
Third Term
- HRTM 7716F: Services Management Field Course
Fourth Term
Elective Courses
Elective courses are chosen by students with approval from their graduate adviser. Choose 6 credits from the following courses. Not all options are available every semester and the below list is not exhaustive:
- HRTM7717 : Discovering the World of Wine
- HRTM7718 : Advanced Global Seminar
- HRTM7737 : Global Tourism Development
- HRTM7746 : Entrepreneurship and You
- HRTM7748: Developing a Sustainability Mindset in Hospitality & Tourism
- HRTM7754 : Social Media in Hospitality
Comprehensive Exam
Students in the MHMS program must pass a written comprehensive exam prior to their final semester. The comprehensive exam consists of theoretical and applied questions related to all courses completed prior to the final Special Project semester.
Foundational Courses
Applicants with limited hospitality experience may need additional foundational knowledge of hospitality management. To equip them with a fundamental understanding of the industry, they may be required to take foundational courses in place of one or two electives. The admissions representative will provide guidance on this requirement during the application process.
