Master of Science in Travel Industry
Management
The Master of Science degree program in travel
industry management is designed to provide a specialized education through
coursework and research to master a broad and sophisticated set of
interdisciplinary skills and knowledge. Students develop analytical abilities
and the critical thinking skills necessary for careers in the travel and tourism
industry. The master’s degree is a broader preparation for graduates to take the
first step into leadership roles. Given the program’s focus, students are
expected to engage in understanding and execution of rigorous research
activities which could also lead to further advanced education.
The program prepares students for advanced
careers and leadership roles across the spectrum of the travel industry
including tourism, hospitality and transportation management as well as areas
integrating the entire industry including information technology, finance,
marketing, policy and planning. Students may also explore specific topics of
interest including sustainable tourism, eco-tourism, electronic commerce, social
and cultural aspects of travel and tourism, among many others. The program and
faculty also have a strong emphasis and expertise in travel and tourism in the
Asia-pacific region. Students come from many countries with strong
representation from Asia as well as North America and Hawaii.
Candidates for the MS/TIM degree are required to
satisfactorily complete 36 credit hours of graduate coursework. Each candidate
may select either Plan A (thesis option) or Plan B (non-thesis option). Plan A
provides an opportunity for students to explore research in their individual
area of interest and develop a significant contribution to the growing body of
travel industry research. Candidates selecting Plan B complete 12 elective
credits plus a Professional Paper (TIM 694), which may include but is not
limited to an extensive literature review, a case study, an operational
analysis, a project, a comparative study, or an interpretation of current
knowledge.
To apply to the program, use the University's
Graduate Division common form which can be found
here.
You can also apply directly on line at
http://apply.hawaii.edu
The following is the summary of the MS/TIM degree
requirements:
|
Core Courses |
| TIM 602 Strategic Travel Marketing |
3 |
| TIM 603 Information Technology, E-Commerce in the
Travel Industry |
3 |
| TIM 605 Hospitality Management |
3 |
| TIM 606 Transportation Systems Management |
3 |
| TIM 607 Global Tourism Analysis |
3 |
| TIM 610 Research Applications in TIM |
3 |
| TIM 695 Seminar: Travel Industry
Management Policy |
3 |
| Core Credits: |
21 |
PLUS
|
Plan A: Thesis
Option |
| Electives (approved by Graduate Chair) |
9 |
| TIM 700 - Thesis |
6 |
OR
|
Plan B: Non-Thesis
Option |
| Electives (approved by Graduate Chair) |
12 |
| TIM 694 - Plan B Paper |
3 |
Students can generally complete the program in
four semesters. Classes are generally held in the afternoon or evening. Students
selecting the Thesis option choose an appropriate faculty member to serve as
their committee chair for the thesis (Plan A) once the topic is selected.