Fairleigh Dickinson University

Program Information

Degree Offered

MS - Hospitality Management Studies

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Master of Science degree in Hospitality Management Studies, which consists of 36 credits, is structured to meet the educational needs of adult learners working as managers, entrepreneurs, educators or other professionals in the hospitality industry. It is designed to provide an educational alternative for working professionals with an academically rigorous, yet flexible, program of study that meets the requirements for a professional master's degree. For working adults seeking to upgrade their professional skills to enhance their careers, the degree program increases analytical, managerial and leadership competencies and will provide graduates with the requisite preparation for career advancement in various hospitality-related professional areas.

The program offers students the opportunity to complete degree requirements by taking course work at the Metropolitan Campus, Teaneck, New Jersey; the College at Florham, Madison, New Jersey; Atlantic City, New Jersey, Jersey City, New Jersey, and Mercer County, by combining course work at these off-campus sites with selections from the broader array of courses that are regularly available at the University's campuses.

Accreditation:

Fairleigh Dickinson University is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Eligibility Requirements:

1. At least three years of industry experience.
2. A graduate application for admission and nonrefundable application fee.
3. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative grade point ratio (GPR) of 2.75. (Applicants with a GPR of less than 2.75 may be admitted as matriculated students on probation.)
4. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended.
5. English-language proficiency, both written and verbal.
6. Personal interview with a graduate program adviser.

Additional classes may be required as a pre-requisite for acceptance into the program. Applicants who are unable to provide official documents at the time of enrollment may register as nonmatriculated or nondegree students with the approval of a graduate faculty adviser.

# of Credits Required:

36

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

$1075.00 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999