Университет Пердью, MS, Hospitality and Tourism Management

A four year Bachelor's Degree is required, but welcome applications from Bologna Bachelor's Degree Recipients. GPA 3.0 or equivalent is required. GRE Test OR GMAT Test. GRE minimum requirements: Combined (new) verbal and quantitative score of 290 or higher (each: minimum of 145) or combined (previous) verbal and quantitative score of 1000 or higher (each minimum of 500). GMAT minimum requirements: A total score of 550 (verbal and quantitative sections). The Graduate School accepts valid TOEFL scores earned through the paper-based test and Internet-based test. The minimum paper-based test score required for admission is 550. The minimum Internet-based test scores required for admission are the following: Writing 18 Speaking 18 Listening 14 Reading 19 Total 77. The Graduate School also accepts valid* International English Language Testing System (IELTS) scores. An overall band score of 6.5 is required for admission. All graduate students are recommended to have completed coursework in the areas listed below, although it is recognized that individual plans of study developed in conjunction with a student's research interests may not require all areas listed below. If a student does not have adequate background for their area of study, they may be asked to take a prerequisite course(s) as a condition of their acceptance into the program. Statistics Accounting Quantity Food Production Business Law Marketing Food Service or Hotel Management Operations Analysis Economics

The master of science degree allows students to fully specialize and includes significant exposure to research. Students are provided with a full set of skills allowing for a successful career in chosen fields of specialization, including strong preparation for entry into PhD programs. Emphasis areas allow students to spend as many as 18 out of 34 required credits related to their areas of interest. Most full-time students complete the program in two years if no prerequisites were required. The recently revised curriculum for the MS program offers one of the most up-to-date and integrated blends of theory, use of technology, and applications in the hospitality industry. Core courses advance the student's understanding of this dynamic industry while they learn how to conduct research and analyze information. Students then specialize in their area of interest through a variety of elective choices and research projects, culminating in a required thesis project. Numerous opportunities exist for students to work one-on-one with faculty developing, conducting, and analyzing research dealing with real problems and important issues in the hospitality industry.