BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Mediterranean College

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management is designed for students who want to build careers in the global hospitality industry through a combination of business knowledge, operational skills, and practical industry experience. The programme covers hotel operations, hospitality management, marketing, finance, and leadership while preparing graduates for management roles in hotels, resorts, restaurants, and tourism organizations.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

The first year introduces students to the fundamentals of the hospitality industry and business management. Students develop a strong understanding of hotel operations through modules such as Food & Beverage Operations, Front Office Operations, and Hospitality Industry Studies, while also building communication and customer service skills essential for hospitality professionals.

Year 2

In the second year, students strengthen their managerial and analytical abilities by studying subjects such as Hospitality Marketing, Human Resource Management, and Financial Management. The curriculum focuses on applying business principles to hospitality organizations while developing leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Year 3

The final year emphasizes strategic management and contemporary hospitality challenges. Students study modules including Strategic Hospitality Management, Research Project/Dissertation, and Entrepreneurship, enabling them to analyse industry trends, develop innovative business solutions, and prepare for leadership positions in the international hospitality sector.

Focus Areas (String)

Hotel operations, hospitality management, food and beverage management, front office operations, hospitality marketing, human resource management, financial management, strategic management, entrepreneurship, customer experience.

Learning Outcomes (String)

Manage hospitality operations effectively, apply business and financial principles in hospitality organizations, develop leadership and communication skills, analyse hospitality market trends, deliver high-quality customer service, solve operational challenges, and make strategic management decisions.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

Designed according to the standards of the UK Institute of Hospitality and delivered through a degree awarded by the University of Derby (UK).

Reputation (Employability Rankings)

Degree awarded by the No. 1 ranked UK university partner in Greece.
University of Derby is ranked Top 5 in the UK for Hospitality, Event Management and Tourism (Guardian University Guide, as cited by the institution).
The programme reports a 100% graduate employability rate according to the official Metropolitan College website.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management places a strong emphasis on experiential learning to ensure students graduate with both academic knowledge and practical industry skills. Throughout the programme, students engage in hands-on activities that simulate real hospitality environments and gain direct exposure to the industry through professional interactions and workplace experience. Learning is supported by industry-based projects and practical exercises that reflect current hospitality management practices.

Students develop these skills through a variety of experiential opportunities, including:

Internships in 5-star hotels, providing real-world experience in hospitality operations and management.
Field trips to hospitality and tourism businesses to observe industry practices firsthand.
Role-plays and simulations that develop customer service, leadership, communication, and operational decision-making skills.
Observation-based learning through exposure to professional hospitality environments.
Guest lectures delivered by hospitality industry professionals, offering insights into current trends and career opportunities.
Industry-focused projects and coursework that require students to solve practical hospitality management challenges.
Access to the Mediterranean College Library, which provides academic books, journals, databases, and digital learning resources to support research and independent study.
Bilingual learning environment (Greek and English) with the opportunity to study a second foreign language, preparing students for international hospitality careers.
Curriculum aligned with the UK Institute of Hospitality, ensuring practical learning reflects internationally recognised professional standards.

Specific software: No hospitality-specific software (such as Opera PMS, Fidelio, Amadeus, or Micros POS) is officially specified on the programme page.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management are prepared for management careers across the global hospitality and tourism industry. The programme combines business knowledge, practical industry experience, and leadership skills, enabling graduates to pursue roles in hotels, resorts, restaurants, cruise lines, tourism organisations, and event businesses. Typical career paths include Hotel Manager, Front Office Manager, Food & Beverage Manager, Hospitality Operations Manager, and Guest Relations Manager.

Students benefit from Mediterranean College's employability network and career support through:

Career Office support, including career guidance, internship coordination, CV development, and interview preparation through the MC Employability Scheme.
Paid internships and placements with the College's network of 70+ hospitality businesses, allowing students to gain professional experience before graduation.
Partnerships with leading hotels and hospitality organisations, providing internships, guest lectures, field trips, and networking opportunities with industry professionals.
UK degree awarded by the University of Derby, enhancing international recognition and global career mobility.
Professional recognition through curriculum alignment with the UK Institute of Hospitality (IoH), supporting graduates seeking membership and professional development within the hospitality sector.
Employment statistics: The University of Derby reports 96.3% of graduates entered employment within six months of graduation. No programme-specific graduate salary figures are officially published.
Graduation outcomes: Graduates are equipped to work in hotel and resort management, food and beverage operations, hospitality marketing, tourism management, and hospitality entrepreneurship in Greece and internationally.

Further Academic Progression:

After completing this bachelor's degree, graduates may pursue postgraduate qualifications such as an MSc in International Hospitality and Tourism Management, MBA, Master's in Tourism Management, Event Management, Hospitality Business Management, or related business and management programmes offered by the University of Derby or other internationally recognised universities.