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Master of Science in Hospitality Management

DEGREE TYPE LEARNING MODE
DEGREE TYPE

Master of Science

LEARNING MODE

Online

Turn your passion for hospitality into leadership excellence

30

Credit Hours

2

Years to Complete

1

Program Track

Take the next step in your academic and professional career with Morgan. Pursue your future – today.

Program Director

Contact Information : Dr. Erica Anthony

E : gravesmasters@morgan.edu

Hospitality Management

Elevate Your Hospitality Career

The Master of Science in Hospitality at Morgan State University’s Graves School of Business & Management is designed for professionals who want to thrive in today’s fast-paced and global hospitality industry. This program emphasizes leadership, strategic decision-making, and innovative problem-solving, all grounded in values of excellence, integrity, diversity, and respect. Students benefit from a flexible curriculum tailored to working professionals with the option to study in a hybrid format or fully online. With executive mentorship, experiential learning, and access to major industry conferences, students gain hands-on insights from practitioners shaping the field today. AACSB-accredited and rooted in real-world application, the program provides the advanced knowledge and professional network necessary to accelerate careers in hospitality leadership and entrepreneurship.

Why Morgan?

Accredited

AACSB-accredited program

Flexible

Hybrid or 100% online learning

Proven

75% of graduates employed within 3 months

Connected

Access to executive mentorship

Supported

Dedicated career services

Experiential

Hands-on learning through case competitions

Move Forward in Your Professional Career

Advance your career in a growing, global industry with the skills, connections, and credentials to lead. The MS in Hospitality at Morgan State University prepares you to rise above the competition and step confidently into the future of hospitality management.

Hospitality Management

Learn In-Demand Skills

Graduates of the program emerge with advanced skills in leadership, strategic management, financial acumen, marketing, innovation, and global business awareness. These competencies equip students to lead in complex and diverse hospitality environments

  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Financial Management
  • Guest Experience Design
  • Industry Partnerships
  • Innovation & Technology

Hospitality Management

Secure Your Ideal Career

Graduates of the MS in Hospitality are prepared for leadership roles across hotels, resorts, casinos, cruise lines, and real estate investment firms. According to national data, professionals in the field earn an average salary of $119,000, with opportunities for even higher earnings in executive roles

  • Hotel General Manager
  • Casino Operations Director
  • Cruise Line Food & Beverage Director
  • Real Estate & Hospitality Investment Associate
  • Conference & Event Director
  • Tourism Development Executive
  • Hospitality Consultant

Pursue Hands-On Research and Internships

Students gain meaningful industry exposure through case competitions, professional fellowships, and national conferences such as the NBMBAA Conference, the National Society of Minorities in Hospitality National Conference, the Americas Lodging Investment Summit, and The Lodging Conference. Mentorship programs through SHRM, T. Rowe Price, and PMI provide one-on-one career guidance, while platforms like Handshake connect students with internships and employers nationwide. Entrepreneurial opportunities are supported through initiatives like Baltimore Means Business (BMB), Goldman Sachs 10KSB, and the PNC Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center.

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Discover the MS in Hospitality

Find meaningful success—both personally and professionally—with the Online MS in Hospitality. If you are ready to learn valuable skills for a more rewarding career, why wait? Request more information today and we will reach out to you with all the details.

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Program Requirements

The MS in Hospitality is a 30-credit program that can be completed in two years of full-time study. The curriculum is designed to support both early- and mid-career professionals and includes courses in leadership, strategy, and hospitality innovation. Students may pursue the program entirely online or through a hybrid model. A capstone project integrates coursework with practical application, allowing students to demonstrate leadership readiness for global hospitality careers.

Requirements

Course Title Credits
Course

HOMG 600 

Title

Principles & Practices of Food Service Management

Credits

3

Course

HOMG 610 

Title

Revenue Management

Credits

3

Course

ACCT 600 

Title

Accounting for Decision Making

Credits

3

Course

BUAD 600 

Title

Designing Your Life

Credits

3

Achieve Success Like Our Alumni

At Morgan State, student success is our top priority. You’re capable of more than you know, and we’re invested in your transformation from good to even better. As one of the largest producers of STEM graduates and STEM-employed alumni in Maryland, we have a strong history of guiding students toward success. We’re confident you’ll become part of our legacy of excellence. Challenge yourself to accomplish the unimaginable, just like the alumni before you.

Financial Aid Makes Things Possible

Choosing the right program is a big decision—and we are here to help you navigate the options available for funding your education. Whether you are an in-state, out-of-state, or international student, you may be eligible for Graduate Funding. We also offer two types of Graduate Assistantships: Teaching Assistantships (TAs) and Research Assistantships (RAs). Both provide special learning opportunities in exchange for a stipend/salary and Tuition Award. In addition, by simply filing your FAFSA each year, you will be able to participate in Federal Plus Loans and Federal Direct Loan Programs. With proper planning, going back to graduate school is more than possible. We are committed to breaking barriers and opening doors for all future students. Contact us to learn more about affordability at Morgan’s School of Graduate Studies.

  • Graduate Fellowships and federal Title III Graduate Fellowships provide a stipend and Tuition Award
  • Teaching Assistantships offer you the chance to teach and assist with undergraduate courses
  • Research Assistantships give you research experience with faculty-led or external projects
  • Federal Direct Loan Programs include the Direct Subsidized and Direct Unsubsidized Loans
  • Additional Grants and Scholarships from external sources award free money—so apply early