Tourism is the fastest-growing industry in today’s business world and companies continue to require academically qualified managers to afford them an insight into the industry. This specialization explores the theories, practices and business models that make up the tourism and leisure field. Focusing on the development of executive skills, strategic aptitudes and creative thinking, this program will deliver the key competencies required in the industry while developing understanding of international and intercultural management needs.

Degree Awarded:

• A university MBA degree awarded by Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), (título propio), a state-recognized university in Spain.

• An MBA degree from EU Business School Switzerland which is internationally accredited by ACBSP, IACBE, IQA and certified by eduQua.

Learning From Leaders:

Events that introduce EU students to globally successful leaders are a fundamental aspect of our approach to providing the business education that will kick start your career.

Additional Qualifications:

While completing your MBA program, you will have the opportunity to earn an additional qualification, a U.K. state-recognized degree from London Metropolitan University (London Met). You may choose to study an MSc in International Business Management or an MBA.

In order to obtain the state-recognized MBA, you must complete an extra module, Building Business Insights, and a business competency simulation. To earn the MSc in International Business Management, you must complete an extra business consultancy project and a business competency simulation. These courses are in addition to the MBA coursework. 

The London Met MSc in International Business Management program is designed for aspiring professionals with less than two years of work experience, while the London Met MBA is for working professionals and those who have previously held managerial roles.

Both qualifications can be earned in one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.

Why Barcelona?

Studying an MBA in Leisure & Tourism Management in Barcelona gives students the opportunity to expand their business knowledge in one of the world’s most advanced smart cities. Entrepreneurs and innovators are nurtured and cultivated in this forward-thinking city, which attracts outstanding tech talent and innovative startups, of which there are currently more than 1300. Barcelona is also home to some of the world’s largest multinational companies, including Airbnb, Amazon and the Siemens Innovation Center.

This diverse and cosmopolitan city on the Mediterranean coast boasts almost five kilometers of golden beaches and provides students with excellent opportunities for sports activities and socializing. Famously home to FC Barcelona, it also has a wide array of cultural offerings including museums, UNESCO-listed monuments and architectural gems from the city’s most celebrated son, Antoni Gaudí.

Faculty:

EU's faculty is composed of highly qualified academics, entrepreneurs, consultants and business leaders.

All courses are taught by lecturers with a wealth of practical experience in their fields. Our teaching staff create a personalized and interactive learning environment that promotes and fosters the skills and knowledge required for a successful career in business. The caliber of the faculty and a culture that values and rewards an entrepreneurial spirit are what make EU Business School stand out.

Tuition Fees:

The tuition fees for students from the EU/EEA and outside the EU/EEA are the same. For the Munich, Barcelona and Digital Campus, the average is 15,660 EUR per year, ranging from 12,900 EUR to 20,850 EUR.

For the Geneva campus, the average is 31,690 CHF per year, ranging from 27,600 CHF to 37,800 CHF.

Tuition fees may vary for each study programme.