Earn an Online MS in Hospitality and Tourism Management from LSU New Orleans
Meet Employer Demand
This program was created to meet a clear need in the hospitality and tourism workforce: leaders with advanced strategic, financial, analytical, and operational expertise.
Earn an Industry Certificate
Get the chance to earn the Certified Hotel Industry Analytics certificate at no additional cost.
Gain Career-Boosting Skills
This graduate degree helps you strengthen your business expertise, expand your strategic thinking, and position yourself as a director, general manager, or corporate leader.
Accredited
The Henry Bernstein College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Admissions
Whether you’re returning to school or advancing your career, our admissions team is here to support you every step of the way.
Apply by
Aug 3, 2026
Classes begin
Aug 17, 2026
Admission Requirements
- 2.5 overall grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale for a bachelor's degree, OR
- 2.75 overall grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework, OR
- 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0-point scale on at least nine hours of graduate coursework
- Applicants must submit transcripts from all four-year universities or colleges where they earned a bachelor's and master's degree (if applicable)
- Current CV or Resume
- At least one year of industry experience preferred
Tuition
The MS in Hospitality and Tourism Management program offers competitive, flat-rate tuition with no out-of-state fees, making it easier to plan for the cost of your degree. You may also be able to save more by transferring eligible credits.
Tuition & Fees
- 33 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $742
- Cost per credit hour
- $24,486
- Total cost with fees
The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.
Financial Aid Available
LSU New Orleans offers several ways to help you pay for your degree including credit for prior learning (PLA), financial aid, and veteran education benefits. Learn more ›
Academics
The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking and real-world application so you can confidently lead in fast-moving hospitality, events, and tourism environments.
Courses
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
HRT 6001 – Survey of Hospitality and Tourism Industry |
3 |
HRT 6102 – Technology for Hospitality and Tourism Management |
3 |
HRT 6202 – Hospitality and Tourism Research Methods |
3 |
HRT 6200 – Hospitality and Tourism Operations Analysis |
3 |
HRT 6203 – Marketing Applications for the Hospitality and Tourism Industry |
3 |
HRT 6205 – Change Management for Hospitality and Tourism |
3 |
HRT 6207 – Work Experience |
3 |
HRT 6250 – Tourism Destination Development |
3 |
HRT 6300 – Hospitality and Tourism Finance and Revenue Management |
3 |
HRT 6495 – Special Topics – Events Impact Analysis |
3 |
HRT 6301 – Hospitality and Tourism Industry Strategic Management |
3 |
Career-Ready Skills
- Strategic Management/Critical Thinking skills
- Technology skills
- Research Analysis skills
- Oral and Written Communication Skills
- Problem solving skills
- Leadership and Human Resource skills
- Functional skills such as marketing and operations
Licensure & Certification
Students in HRT 6300 – Hospitality and Tourism Finance and Revenue Management complete exam-aligned modules that prepare them for the Certified Hotel Industry Analytics (CHIA) certification. The School of HRT covers the cost of the exam for students who choose to sit for it.
Careers
This degree provides a path to a wealth of opportunities in this industry, from marketing global travel and destinations to running hotels, restaurants, cruise lines, major events, and entertainment venues.
Employment of entertainment and recreation managers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations (Source: BLS).
Explore career paths and salaries in hospitality and tourism management:
Entry-Level Roles (0-2 years of experience)
| Role | Salary |
|---|---|
Revenue Analyst |
$68,368 (Payscale) |
Tourism Manager |
$71,325 (Salary.com) |
Guest Experience Manager |
$75,920 (Payscale) |
Mid-Level Roles (2-5 years of experience)
| Role | Salary |
|---|---|
Director of Sales |
$83,281 (Payscale) |
Event Marketing Manager |
$104,826 (Salary.com) |
Director of Operations |
$107,854 (Payscale) |
Advanced Roles (5+ years of experience)
| Role | Salary |
|---|---|
Regional Operations Manager |
$124,742 (Glassdoor) |
Director of Guest Experience |
$157,262 (Salary.com) |
Vice President of Hospitality |
$157,532 (ZipRecruiter) |
