PROGRAMME CODE
MPMHBF
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
STUDY DURATION
2-YEAR
MODE OF STUDY
PART-TIME, FACE-TO-FACE
The programme aims to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills necessary to become effective leaders in the hotel industry. The programme provides students with a comprehensive understanding of various aspects of hotel management, including leadership and talent management, ESG investing and reporting, and revenue management. Through a combination of theoretical and practical coursework, students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills essential for a successful career in the hotel industry. The programme also emphasises the significance of ethical and sustainable practices in hotel management, preparing students to become responsible leaders who can contribute to the growth and development of the industry.
Applicants to the MPMHBF programme must satisfy the following entry requirement:
In English Language Subject of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (DSE)
In TOEFL – Paper-delivered* (total scores for Reading, Listening and Writing sections)
In TOEFL – Paper-based*
In TOEFL – Internet-based*^
In IELTS*^
In CET-6*
OR equivalent
* Test results are accepted for 2 years from the date of the test.
^ Test result of TOEFL iBT Home edition or IELTS Online is not accepted.
MPMHBF applicants may also enter the programme through Pathway 1 if he/she meets the following entry requirement:
Students pursuing this programme must successfully complete 36 credit-units* as follows:
from compulsory courses
Course Code | Course Title | No. of Credit-units |
|---|---|---|
BUS 8060BEF | Applied Business Project | 12 |
DB 8075BEF | Digital Economy and Innovation | 6 |
from the concentration courses
Course Code | Course Title | No. of Credit-units |
|---|---|---|
HPM 8002BEF | Revenue Management for the Hotel Industry | 6 |
HPM 8003BEF | Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Investing and Reporting for the Hotel Industry | 6 |
HPM 8004BEF | Strategic Leadership for the Hotel Industry | 6 |
MGT 8020BEF | Strategy for Competitive Advantage | 6 |
MKT 8077BEF | Brand Management and Marketing | 6 |
Students pursuing the MPMHBF programme through Pathway 1 must complete 24 credit-units, including 12 credit-units from BUS 8060BEF and 12 credit-units from concentration courses (6 credit-units from HPM 8003BEF and 6-credit units from HPM 8004BEF respectively). (For details of Pathway 1, please refer to the Entry Requirements.)
In addition to the 36 credit-units (or 24 credit-units for Pathway 1), students will need to complete additional courses required by the School after assessing their academic backgrounds, results in the admission tests, language proficiency and other relevant factors in order to facilitate effective learning of Master's degrees in business-related areas. The specific requirements will be stipulated in the offer letter.
Upon successful completion of the designated concentration courses and fulfilling the requirements set by professional organisations, students will have the opportunity to earn globally recognised micro-credentials/ certifications. These micro-credentials/ certifications include:
(embedded in HPM 8002BEF)
(embedded in HPM 8003BEF)
(embedded in HPM 8004BEF)
Part-time students can normally complete the Master's programmes in 30 months. The minimum study duration for part-time students of the Master's programmes is 2 years.
The courses in the programme will be taught through face-to-face mode.
The language of instruction for all courses of the programme is English.
In the era of globalisation, market opportunities and business operations are not restricted by national boundaries. In view of this, a Business Transformation Immersion Programme (BTIP) is designed to empower students to effectively handle imminent challenges in the fast-changing markets and workplace, to allow students learn about the latest developments in business transformation, and explore new opportunities. The tuition fees include the fees for the BTIP^. Air passage, food, accommodation, and other incidental expenses are not included in the tuition fees and are to be borne by students. The BTIP is compulsory for full-time students while optional for part-time students.
^ The fee is subject to annual review.
The BTIP includes the following four components:
Leadership Training Programme
Overseas Learning Experience
Business Transformation Seminars/Workshops
Career Development Seminars/
LinkedIn Learning
Applicants who are deemed to have fulfilled the entry requirements will be invited to attend an admission interview. The interview will be conducted via Zoom. Candidates may be asked to discuss current affairs and/or case analysis for the assessment of their capabilities, such as analytical skills, adaptability, interpersonal skills, presentation skills, and their ability to form logical arguments.
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