Master in International Hospitality Management
Sunway College Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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Quick Overview
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The Master in International Hospitality Management postgraduate programme is designed for current and aspiring leaders aiming to enhance their expertise and take on strategic roles within the global hospitality industry.
It develops strategic, analytical, and innovation-driven competencies through advanced modules such as Revenue Management, Brand Management for Hospitality Business, Marketing Innovation for Hospitality Business, and an applied Hospitality Research Project, preparing graduates for leadership roles across service sectors.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Advanced Revenue Management
- Brand Management for Hospitality Business
- Marketing Innovation for Hospitality Business
- Competitive Strategies for Hospitality Business
- Contemporary Issues in Hospitality
- Events Planning and Management
- Global Food Management
- Leadership for Hospitality Business
- Research Methods for Hospitality and Tourism
- Hospitality Research Project
- Applied research supported by the programme’s Research Methods training
- Project work aligned to hospitality and tourism industry research themes such as business travel and MICE, green events, and service marketing
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Revenue Management | ||||
| Brand Management for Hospitality Business | ||||
| Competitive Strategies for Hospitality Business | ||||
| Contemporary Issues in Hospitality | ||||
| Events Planning and Management | ||||
| Global Food Management | ||||
| Hospitality Research Project | ||||
| Leadership for Hospitality Business | ||||
| Marketing Innovation for Hospitality Business | ||||
| Research Methods for Hospitality and Tourism |
Career outcomes
- You build leadership-ready skills for strategic roles across the hospitality and service sectors, including areas such as revenue, brand positioning, and marketing innovation.
- You graduate with advanced capability in Revenue Management and Hospitality Brand Management, helping you qualify for roles like Business Development Manager and Market Intelligence Manager.
- You develop decision-making and strategy skills through modules such as Competitive Strategies for Hospitality Business and Contemporary Issues in Hospitality, supporting career progression toward Operations Director and Regional General Manager pathways.
- You strengthen event-focused expertise through Events Planning and Management, positioning you for international event planning and destination-related career roles.
- You gain applied research ability through Research Methods and a Hospitality Research Project, supporting your progression to consultancy and specialist product development roles or doctoral study.
- You are prepared for hospitality consultancy and product development roles by combining leadership, marketing, and research training within a business-focused programme structure.
Employability rate
International Hospitality Management graduates in Malaysia typically see an employability rate of around 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting steady hiring for managerial and commercial hospitality roles while competition can be higher for purely entry-level positions.
Together, these figures point to a generally solid outlook when you target revenue, marketing, events, and management-track roles where the programme equips you with relevant job-ready skills.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree (foreign qualification) | International applicants must have a recognised Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.00 (or equivalent) from a recognised institution, as accepted by the University’s Senate; or a Bachelor’s degree with CGPA below 2.50 that may be accepted with a minimum of 5 years of working experience in a relevant field. |
| APEL.A / Recognition of prior learning (if applicable) | Applicants may be considered through an APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-7) (Recognition of Prior Learning). Any other qualifications are considered on a case-by-case basis by the University. |
Language requirements
This programme is taught in English. Applicants whose medium of instruction for their previous Bachelor’s or Master’s studies was not English must provide evidence of English language ability.
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MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated total course fee | MYR 49900 / total program | Estimated Total Course Fee (Year 2026) for international students is RM49,900; the page also notes international students pay in RM equivalent and that any USD shown is indicative/estimation based on exchange rate. |
Proof of financial resources
International students are expected to demonstrate sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses for the period of study in Malaysia. If your studies are sponsored by a scholarship or study loan, attach the documentary evidence during application.
- Provide documentary evidence if your studies are financed by scholarship or study loan.
- Prepare financial documentation that supports your ability to pay tuition for your Master’s studies.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | February - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | September - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | February - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | September - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | February - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | September - Summer intake |
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| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Check programme fit and intakes
Review the programme and the published intakes to confirm you meet the academic and English language expectations. If you have questions, contact the programme team or join an available preview session. Note the eligibility check step before you submit your full application.
Submit documents for an eligibility check
Compile the documents requested for the eligibility check and submit them via Sunway University’s Eligibility Check portal. After submission, the outcome is communicated via email within 7 working days. Include your Bachelor’s degree transcript and completion certificate, your updated CV, and any additional documents listed for the eligibility check.
Enrol / proceed to application after eligibility is approved
Once you pass the eligibility check, proceed to enrol using the university’s online enrolment steps. Ensure your documents are complete and accurate before proceeding, as Sunway College Johor Bahru submits your application and documents to Education Malaysia Global Services for student pass processing. Plan ahead so you can meet the published intake timeline.
Prepare for student pass and visa steps
After your documents and fees are received, a Letter of Acceptance is issued if you meet the academic entry requirements. Once processing is approved, you receive a Visa Approval Letter and must enter Malaysia before the validity period expires. Follow the Single Entry Visa requirement through your Malaysian High Commission if applicable for your home country.