Why Hospitality Management?
The hospitality industry is one of the largest income producers in most countries, increasingly growing service providing field that consists of various aspects such as event planning, food and beverage management and tourism. In South East Asia, the tourism industry is one of the most profit-making industries and require a great number of fresh individuals to work with them as the demand for tourism is always high. A degree in hospitality will help students develop various skills through practical learning and learn many different courses from finance to even linguistics. It is a programme that will allow students to build on their interpersonal skills, confidence and entrepreneurship skills. Not only will a degree in hospitality be useful to those who choose to work within the industry, but also those who decide to start their own business and cater to customer needs.
Further reading:Why you should study in Malaysia?
How is a day in the Hospitality Management Industry like?
Top 3 Universities for Hospitality Management in Malaysia
Bachelors of International Hospitality Management – Taylors University
| What to expect | A programme that encourages students to build on technical and management skills whilst focusing on key factors related to hospitality business, communications and human relations. Taylors offers world-class practical training facilities and develops students skills that will allow them to work globally in the service industry. Taylors offers this Dual Award degree with the University of Toulous Jean Jaures in France and an exchange option to complete their last year in their partner university. |
| Intakes | March and August |
| Duration | 3 years 7 months internship |
| Possible Career Paths | Business Development Manager Convention / Events Planner Cost Control Manager Customer Service Manager Director of Operations Exhibition Manager Executive Housekeeper Director of Food & Beverage |
| Annual Fees 2019 | RM 33,300 |
Other related programmes:
- Bachelor of International Tourism Management
Bachelors of Hospitality Management- Berjaya University College
| What to expect | A program that focuses on developing commercial expertise and giving their students a competitive edge in a challenging industry. Berjaya focuses on allowing students to gain hands-on experience whilst learning about theoretical aspects from industry experienced lecturers. Berjaya offers students holistic learning experience and consistent practical training. |
| Intakes | January, May and September |
| Duration | 3 years inclusive of a 16-week internship |
| Annual Fees 2019 | RM 17, 516 |
Other related programs:
- Bachelors of Tourism Management
- Bachelors of Events Management
Bachelors of Hospitality Management-First City University College
| What to expect | This program focuses on providing students with industry-relevant skills whilst building professionalism. First City University aims to nurture their hospitality students personal and career development pathways by building their initial networking and placements. Students can expect to learn how to collaboratively work within groups, acquire an in-depth understanding of theoretical aspects, learn to analyse and think critically and develop their communication skills. FCU offers their students an option to do their internship at the Hotel and Tourism Management Institute, Switzerland. |
| Intakes | Jan, May and Sep |
| Duration | 3 Years with two internship periods |
| Possible Career Paths | Hotel and Restaurant Management Events, Meetings and Convention Management Hotel and Tourism Sales and Marketing Transportation Management Destination Management Tourism Ministries and Bureaus National Tourism Organisations |
| Annual Fees | Inquire at Excel Education* |
Various Scholarship Opportunities
| Bachelors of Hospitality | Types of Scholarships Offered |
| Taylors University | Taylor’s University Merit Scholarship Taylor’s University Talent Scholarship Taylor’s University Sports Scholarship Taylor’s University World Class Scholarship Taylor’s University Community Scholarship Taylor’s Excellence Award Taylor’s Distinction Award 2019 |
| Berjaya University College | Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Nasional (PTPTN) Study Loan EPF Withdrawal Sin Chew Daily Education Fund |
| First City University | First City UC Merit Scholarship |
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Manahil Ijaz
An international student from Taylor’s University, Manahil Ijaz is a freelance writer from the field of PR and Marketing who indulges in different forms of art including writing, painting and designing. Manahil has a great passion for psychology, English literature and travelling.