Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand hospitality and tourism operations.
- Develop customer-experience and commercial decision-making.
- Explore events, destinations and sustainable practice.
University of Cumbria · Carlisle
MBA Tourism and Visitor Economy Management
An 18-month MBA taught in person at Ambleside in the Lake District, focused on sustainable tourism and the visitor economy. Designed for graduates with some professional experience.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Hotel or hospitality manager
- Tourism development officer
- Events manager
- Guest-experience professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 2:2 honours degree or equivalent
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Special degree (normally 4 years) or international degree (normally 3 years) at a local institution with B, 55% (2:2/Lower Second) or above
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, no band below 5.5
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Cumbria.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
Similar courses at other universities
- MSc International Hospitality & Tourism ManagementBournemouth University · £19,950/yr
- MSc Management with HospitalityBPP University · £19,000/yr
- MSc International Tourism & Hospitality ManagementCanterbury Christ Church University
- MSc International Hotel and Hospitality ManagementCardiff Metropolitan University · £17,600/yr
Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on cumbria.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Cumbria before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.