Two Powerful Master’s Programs, One Life-Changing Community
Hospitality and Tourism Management Master’s Degree
Meeting and Event Management Master’s Degree
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2026 Schedule: Pacific Time
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Become The Best You
Our programs bring together the best of academic inquiry and innovative real-world tools so you achieve a degree that advances not only your career, but your best self.
I walked away with a renewed perspective on leadership, service, and lifelong learning. More importantly, I believe I came out not just a better leader, but a better person.
Because if this program has taught us anything, it’s that growth doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when we’re willing to look inward, push forward, and lead.
For the capstone project, I was able to leverage what I learned throughout the program to create an in-depth training model for my team, making our events more efficient and safe.
Flexible Learning. Two Master’s Programs. One Professional Community.
We offer personalized support and insight that fits you.
We don’t ask you to step away from your career to earn your degree. Instead, you’ll gain practical knowledge and leadership skills you can apply immediately in your work.
We equip you with critical tools to understand yourself and your work with greater clarity.
- Designed for working professionals to fit your lifestyle
- Personalized leadership development – tailored to your professional goals
- Our programs are applicable to all industries
- Faculty who your name and support your professional growth
- Cohort-based learning and peer collaboration with industry professionals
COMMON FEATURES OF BOTH MASTERS DEGREES
- 21 months, 10 courses (30 credits)
- 2 on-campus weeks at SDSU
- Leadership based curriculum
- Coursework aligned with individual student goals
- A dedicated mentor connection
- Real-world, applied content
- Highly personalized support
- Intentionally small cohort sizes
- Capstone project, No Thesis
- Tuition: $30,510
Hospitality & tourism professionals in the program often come from:
- Hotels and resorts
- Attractions and Amusement Parks
- Restaurants and Food & Beverage Operations
- Travel and tourism
- Recreation and park services
- Interested in transitioning careers
- Venue management
Also a strong fit for professionals seeking to transition into hospitality and tourism leadership roles.
Meeting professionals in the program often come from:
- Meeting Professionals
- Corporate Meeting and Events
- Convention Services
- Destination Management
- Audio Visual and Production
- Associations
- Festivals & Sports Tournaments
- Third-party and independent planners
Wherever you are in your professional journey, you need a master’s program that fits your life while helping you achieve your career goals. In both the Hospitality & Tourism Management and Meeting & Event Management programs, you’ll gain the knowledge, support, and professional connections to build the skills and confidence to lead in a rapidly evolving industry. Explore both programs and discover which path is right for your future.
For additional information, please contact SDSU Global Campus at MShospitality.ces@sdsu.edu or (619) 594-3946.