Graduate Programs in Hospitality
The Harrah College of Hospitality offers multiple graduate degree programs that enable students to jump start their careers and set themselves up for leadership roles. Our master’s and doctoral graduates leverage their learning experiences at UNLV to become the educators and executives who are shaping the hospitality and tourism industry.
Whether you want to enter the business sector or do groundbreaking research, the Harrah College of Hospitality will give you the resources and the knowledge to go do amazing things.
Master of Science in Hotel Administration (MS HOA)
Come study in the heart of the hospitality industry and further your career with a Master of Science degree from the Harrah College of Hospitality. You’ll learn from some of the most accomplished professors in hospitality academia and have access to countless industry resources. Plus, you’ll work in collaboration with some of the most influential hospitality brands in the world, giving your career a boost that few institutions can provide.
Master of Hospitality Administration (MHA) - online degree
Study anywhere at any time in the Master of Hospitality Administration (MHA) program. This self-paced online program is designed for students with at least one year of hospitality management experience. It gives you the flexibility to pursue your educational goals without interrupting your career.
Dual Master of Science in Management Information Systems & Hotel Administration (MS MIS/HOA)
Double your professional opportunities with a Master of Science in Hotel Administration from the Harrah College of Hospitality and a Master of Science in Management Information Systems from the Lee College of Business. This dual degree program uniquely qualifies students to solve hospitality industry challenges with technology and data analysis. Graduates are prepared to become key decision makers in hospitality and tourism for decades to come.
Dual Master of Business Administration & Master of Science - Hotel Administration (MBA/MS HOA)
Combine your passions with the MS in Hotel Administration and MBA dual degree program. Students will study some of the most complex issues facing the hospitality and tourism industry, with an eye toward business improvements that will solve them. Graduates have a unique blend of service and business fundamentals that make them invaluable in the job market.
Doctor of Philosophy - Hospitality Administration (Ph.D.)
Whether your academic ambitions relate to higher education or industry research, the Harrah College of Hospitality’s doctoral program offers students the personalized attention, resources, and research support they need to succeed. Plus, an expansive doctoral suite in the college’s new academic facility, Hospitality Hall, provides the ideal research setting for Ph.D. hopefuls.
Gaming Management Certificate - online program
Further your career goals in the gaming industry with a gaming management certification. Program participants study when they want and take classes on their own schedule, making it a perfect solution for busy professionals. The program’s five courses/15 credits can be applied toward the MHA program should the student decide to pursue a degree.
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