International
Master

International
Tourism & Event
Management
M.A.

AT A GLANCE

Understanding tourism
International Tourism & Event Management (M.A.)

According to the Federal Association of the German Tourism Industry (BTW), tourism accounts for one in 15 jobs in Germany. Around the world, as many as one in ten jobs are directly or indirectly based in the tourism and events sector. As a graduate of the English-language Master’s program in International Tourism & Event Management (M.A.), you’ll therefore enjoy excellent job prospects and development opportunities in companies both at home and abroad. This is the ideal foundation for a career in the booming global tourism and events sector and for adopting strategic roles that go beyond day-to-day business operations.

Master

of Arts

Semester

120 CP

ECTS-Points

Cologne

Location

Program Start Winter and summer semester
Language English
Degree Full time

Application timeframe Possible all year round
Tuition fee 795.00 EUR monthly
Accreditation State recognized and accredited

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Content

The masterplan
IN International Tourism & Event management

The Master’s program provides specific expertise in tourism and event management as well as an understanding of the general principles of business administration with an international outlook.

Content
Campus: Cologne

Content

In the first and second semester, you will learn about interdisciplinary aspects of international tourism and event management, international business management, and advanced management. You will spend the third semester abroad before returning to complete the degree in the fourth semester, most of which is dedicated to the Master’s thesis. All program content is taught in English.

Management Skills

International Economics & Management
International Marketing & Sales
Leadership & Strategy
Behavioural Decision Making
Finance Management
HR Management in Global Enterprises
Cross-Cultural Communication
Digital Innovations
Sustainability Management/CSR in a Global Context

International Tourism and Event Management

Tourism Trends & Issues
International Tourism Management
International Event Management
Crisis, Safety & Security Management
Big Data & Online Marketing
Experience Marketing & Design
Consumer Behaviour in Tourism & Events

Scientific Research Methods and Thesis

Research Methods
Research Colloquium
Master‘s Thesis

Campus: Cologne

Centrally located in the MediaPark, our Cologne campus offers a cosmopolitan atmosphere where you’ll study alongside a large contingent of international students. You’ll also benefit from the extensive network of contacts that our professors and lecturers maintain within the regional and international tourism and events sector. This allows you to enjoy direct links with industry – through excursions and frequent guest lectures, for example – and to gain valuable insights into the day-to-day work of tourism and events companies.

Admissions Process

step by step –
from admission to graduation

Admission Requirements
Admissions Process at Hochschule Fresenius

Admission Requirements

In order to start a Master’s program at the Hochschule Fresenius, you must fulfill the applicable admission criteria. In this context, we check the completion of your first academic degree, your final grade, the content of your preliminary studies and your language skills.

Admissions Process at Hochschule Fresenius

Online-Application

You can use the application forms to submit a non-binding application. Applications can be submitted all year round. After that you will receive an email with your individual login details.

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Submitting your application documents

You will find an upload section on the online application portal with the documents required for enrollment. The only thing needed by post is a certified copy of your university entrance qualification. The only other thing we need to decide whether to admit you to the study program is your guided statement of motivation. All other documents required for enrollment can be submitted after the application procedure.

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Admission to study porgram

If you are accepted for the study program, our administration team will send you a study contract. Please sign the forms and return them within 14 days, since we cannot guarantee your university place beyond the 14-day limit.

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Enrollment

Once you have been admitted to your study program and have submitted all documents required for enrollment by the specified deadline, we look forward to welcoming you to your preferred campus during our enrollment days.

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FINANCING OPTIONS

Hochschule Fresenius is a privately run higher education institution whose programs are recognized but not funded by the state. Therefore, we must charge fees for our programs. You can finance your studies in various ways.

study advice team

Questions?
We have the answers

You have detailed questions about study program-specific content, would you like to find out about the different options for choosing your focus or the financing options?

Our study advice team will be happy to arrange a personal consultation to discuss your questions in detail. Get to know us, we look forward to seeing you!

The Team

As a prospective student, you will of course be excited to know who will be giving the various lectures. We’ll let you know more about some of your professors and lecturers in advance. Did you know that your program director is on hand throughout your studies to provide advice and practical support with any questions or problems you encounter?

ON THE QUESTION, WHAT STUDENT ENROLLERS WANT TO CONVEY TO THEIR STUDENTS, THERE ARE NUMEROUS ANSWERS.

Timo Förster INTERPRETS THIS QUESTION AS FOLLOWS:

We need you! Welcome to the fascinating world of tourism and events! International tourism is growing rapidly and the industry needs experts to manage this growth and the accompanying change for the benefit of tourists, locals, the environment as well as regional or national economies. Events as one of the most popular type of tourist attractions these days receive special attention. Tourism and event-related expertise combined with general international business issues and practical international experience gained in form of an international internship will help you to establish your profile as one of the persons shaping the future of tourism and events.

Mehr Infos

Timo Förster Program Director

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Timo Förster

Program Director International Tourism & Event Management, M.A. (Full time) in Cologne
Academic Assistant in Cologne

CAREER PROSPECTS

Ready for the demands
of today and tomorrow

Career Prospects
Practical Relevance

Career Prospects

The Master’s degree prepares graduates for direct entry into strategic positions at tourism and events companies. This varied and dynamic industry offers a wide range of potential careers and development opportunities both at home and abroad, including in the following sectors:

Travel Sales and Organization
Accommodation
Transport
Tourist Attractions and Destinations
Event Organization
Travel Management
Festivals
Trade Fairs
Communication

Practical Relevance

During your studies at Hochschule Fresenius, you’ll always take a practically oriented approach to new topics and questions, as well as attending frequent excursions and guest lectures to gain a direct insight into everyday working life in the tourism and events sector.

You’ll also spend the third semester of your Master’s program in International Tourism & Event Management (M.A.) abroad in a non-German-speaking country, where you’ll complete an internship in order to familiarize yourself with your chosen professional fields and to gain vocational experience by participating in specific work processes.

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20-05-2019 • Berlin

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Students of Digital Management (M.A.) at Hochschule Fresenius in Berlin had their Pitch Day and presented own business ideas to real CEOs and founders of start-ups.

17-05-2019 • Cologne

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