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Best Master in Tourism & Hospitality Management in Barcelona

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Create Experiences. Drive Revenue. Shape the Future of Hospitality.

From Barcelona to the World: Transform Your Passion for Hospitality and Events into a High-Tech, Future-Ready Career. 

Step into the world of international tourism and hospitality, where strategy meets experience, and every detail shapes how people connect, travel, and remember. 

The Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management at ESEI is designed for the next generation of professionals who want to manage hotels, build destinations, create unforgettable events, and design experiences that move industries forward. 

From luxury hotels to global tourism brands, from events to destination strategy—you’ll learn how the industry works behind the scenes and how to lead it.

Top Skills You Will Develop

  • Revenue Management & Performance Analysis
  • Customer Experience (CX) Design
  • Tourism Marketing & Destination Branding

Apply Now for October 2026 intake!

Language

100% in English

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years’ experience

Location

Barcelona (On Campus)

Scholarships

Available

Duration

1-2 years

Intakes

October / February

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Because Hospitality Is Not Just Service. It’s Strategy 

Why Study Tourism & Hospitality at ESEI?

  • 🚀Work on live hospitality and tourism challenges
  • 📊Master revenue, operations, CX, and destination strategy
  • 💼Build your network through internships and guest speakers
  • 🌍Study with 50+ nationalities in a 95% international environment.
  • 🎓 Small, personalised classes in central Barcelona

In 12–24 months: Gain experience, grow your network, and launch your career 

More than a degree, you learn to design, optimise, and lead hospitality businesses. 

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Tourism and Hospitality Management Programme Structure

Our Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management offers flexible study options designed for both EU and international students pursuing careers in global tourism, hospitality, and service industries.  

Whether you are an EU student looking to advance your career or an international student aiming to build global opportunities in Spain, the programme is tailored to your goals—enhanced by the experience of studying in Barcelona, one of the world’s leading tourism and hospitality hubs. 

Flexible Degree Pathways

Specialisation Path Fast-track Your Career Advancement

Core Modules - 40 ECTS
  • Entrepreneurship: Mindset, Skills and Ideation 
  • Customer Experience Management 
  • Food & Beverage Management 
  • Revenue Management for Hospitality 
  • Innovation in Hospitality 
  • Strategic Communications & PR 
  • Branding and Marketing for Tourism 
  • Events & MICE Management 
  • Global Tourism 
  • Hotel Management & Operations 
  • Impact Labs – 8 ECTS
  • Thesis Final Project – 12 ECTS
  • 1 Year
  • Schedule – 2–3 evenings per week (18:00–21:00) 

Graduate with a Double Degree

  • 🎓 ESEI Private Degree (career-focused, practical)
  • 🎓 UCAM Título Propio (university-level, internationally recognised)

ESEI International Business School

  • Authorised by the Catalan Department of Education (Code: 08075402)
  • Aligned with European Higher Education Area (EHEA)
  • CUALIFICAM accreditation process (2026)
  • Memberships in AEEN and EUPHE.

Universidad Católica de Murcia (UCAM)

  • Recognised university in Spain (RUCT Code: 066)
  • 5-Star QS Rating (Teaching & Internationalisation)
  • Top 40 globally for Quality Education (THE Impact Rankings 2024)

* A título propio is a flexible, industry-aligned university qualification in Spain, designed for international careers.

▪ Double Degree Awarded by ESEI + UCAM: 10.500€
▪ Single Degree Awarded by ESEI: 9.700€

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Leadership Path Ideal for: Future Leaders & Career Changer

Core Modules - 40 ECTS
  • Entrepreneurship: Mindset, Skills and Ideation 
  • Customer Experience Management 
  • Food & Beverage Management 
  • Revenue Management for Hospitality 
  • Innovation in Hospitality 
  • Strategic Communications & PR 
  • Branding and Marketing for Tourism 
  • Events & MICE Management 
  • Global Tourism 
  • Hotel Management & Operations 
  • Electives – 16 ECTS
  • Sustainability and Social Impact – 5 ECTS
  • Agile Methodology (European Scrum Certificate) – 5 ECTS
  • Coaching Course – 6 ECTS
  • Impact Labs & Capstone Project – 18 ECTS
  • 1 – 1,5  Year(s)
  • Schedule – 2–3 evenings per week (18:00–21:00) 

Graduate with a Double Degree

  • 🎓 ESEI Private Degree (career-focused, practical)
  • 🎓 UCAM Título Propio (university-level, internationally recognised)

ESEI International Business School

  • Authorised by the Catalan Department of Education (Code: 08075402)
  • Aligned with European Higher Education Area (EHEA)
  • CUALIFICAM accreditation process (2026)
  • Memberships in AEEN and EUPHE.

Universidad Católica de Murcia (UCAM)

  • Recognised university in Spain (RUCT Code: 066)
  • 5-Star QS Rating (Teaching & Internationalisation)
  • Top 40 globally for Quality Education (THE Impact Rankings 2024)

* A título propio is a flexible, industry-aligned university qualification in Spain, designed for international careers.

▪ Double Degree Awarded by ESEI + UCAM: 14.500€
▪ Single Degree Awarded by ESEI: 13.700€

TUITION FEES & EXCHANGE RATES / ACADEMIC YEAR

Career Accelerator Path Ideal for: Maximum Employability & International Career Entry

Core Modules - 40 ECTS
  • Entrepreneurship: Mindset, Skills and Ideation 
  • Customer Experience Management 
  • Food & Beverage Management 
  • Revenue Management for Hospitality 
  • Innovation in Hospitality 
  • Strategic Communications & PR 
  • Branding and Marketing for Tourism 
  • Events & MICE Management 
  • Global Tourism 
  • Hotel Management & Operations 
  • Extended Electives – 20 ECTS
  • Sustainability and Social Impact – 5 ECTS
  • Agile Methodology (European Scrum Certificate) – 5 ECTS
  • Coaching Course – 6 ECTS
  • Impact Labs – 8 ECTS
  • Capstone Project – 18 ECTS
  • Internship & Professional Development – 18 ECTS
  • 2 Years
  • Schedule – 2–3 evenings per week (18:00–21:00) 

Graduate with a Double Degree

  • 🎓 ESEI Private Degree (career-focused, practical)
  • 🎓 UCAM Título Propio (university-level, internationally recognised)

ESEI International Business School

  • Authorised by the Catalan Department of Education (Code: 08075402)
  • Aligned with European Higher Education Area (EHEA)
  • CUALIFICAM accreditation process (2026)
  • Memberships in AEEN and EUPHE.

Universidad Católica de Murcia (UCAM)

  • Recognised university in Spain (RUCT Code: 066)
  • 5-Star QS Rating (Teaching & Internationalisation)
  • Top 40 globally for Quality Education (THE Impact Rankings 2024)

* A título propio is a flexible, industry-aligned university qualification in Spain, designed for international careers.

▪ Double Degree Awarded by ESEI + UCAM: 16.000€
▪ Single Degree Awarded by ESEI: 15.200€

TUITION FEES & EXCHANGE RATES / ACADEMIC YEAR

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Learn Through Real Business Experience

This is not a traditional lecture-based degree. At ESEI, you learn through Project-Based Learning (PBL):

  • Work on real hospitality business projects every semester 
  • Create hospitality business plans and event proposals   
  • Engage with industry professionals in class 
  • Attend company visits & learning walks in Barcelona 

You graduate with hands-on experience that employers value worldwide.

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Our Tourism & Hospitality Faculty

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José Maria Capella Oliva
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Career Support at ESEI

At ESEI, our Career Services support your transition into the global tourism and hospitality job market from day one. We guide you beyond the classroom, helping you turn your studies into real career opportunities in the tourism and hospitality industry.  

From your first internship to your first full-time role, you benefit from career mentoring, CV and interview preparation, and access to internships and job opportunities—ensuring you graduate ready to stand out in the global job market. 

Here’s what you can expect:

🌐 Before You Graduate
  • Build your professional network from day one
  • Meet hospitality employers during industry events
  • Connect with hotels, tourism boards, and event companies each semester
  • Improve your CV, LinkedIn, and interview skills
💼 During Your Programme
  • Gain experience through internships (€400–€800/month)
  • Work in areas such as Revenue Management, Customer Experience, Tourism Marketing & Destination Branding, and operational roles
  • Join hotels, hospitality groups, and global tourism companies in Barcelona 
🚀 After You Graduate

  • Expected starting salary: €25K–€40K

  • Career paths: Hotel Management, Events & MICE, Customer Experience, Revenue Management & Tourism Strategy

  • Strong global employability and career growth in hospitality and tourism 

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FAQ – Master in Tourism and Hospitality & MBA in Barcelona

What is a Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management?

A Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management is a postgraduate degree designed to develop skills in managing hotels, tourism destinations, events, and customer experiences. At ESEI in Barcelona, the programme combines tourism strategy with hospitality operations through real industry projects. 

Yes. Tourism and hospitality is one of the world’s largest and most global industries, driving economic activity, employment, and international mobility across regions. 

 

It connects sectors such as hotels, travel, events, luxury services, and technology, creating strong global demand for professionals who can manage customers, operations, and experiences across markets. 

 

At ESEI in Barcelona, you develop internationally relevant skills like customer experience (CX), revenue strategy, and hospitality operations, preparing you to work across countries and cultures—making it a future-proof career with strong global mobility while experiencing the industry first-hand in one of Europe’s leading tourism hubs. 

Barcelona is one of Europe’s leading tourism and hospitality destinations. Studying a Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management in Barcelona gives you direct exposure to hotels, events, and global tourism strategies in a multicultural environment. 

This Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management is ideal for graduates and young professionals who want to build careers in hospitality, tourism, events, or customer experience—even without prior experience in the industry.

No. The Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management is designed for students from diverse backgrounds who want to transition into the global tourism and hospitality industry. 

Yes. The Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management is fully taught in English, allowing you to study tourism in Barcelona in an international classroom with students from 50+ nationalities. 

You will develop skills in revenue management, customer experience design, tourism marketing, event management, and hospitality operations—preparing you for real-world industry roles. 

Yes. The Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management is built around project-based learning, including real hospitality projects, company visits, and guest speakers. You can also access internships during your studies. 

Graduates in a Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management programme can pursue roles such as Hotel Manager, Revenue Manager, Event Manager, Destination Marketing Manager, or Customer Experience Manager in international organisations. 

Yes. The Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management is awarded by ESEI and validated by UCAM, a recognised Spanish university, ensuring international recognition and career mobility. 

Yes. Many students combine the Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management with part-time work or internships, especially in Barcelona’s active tourism and hospitality sector. 

An MBA in Tourism and Hospitality Management is an advanced postgraduate programme focused on leadership, strategy, and global hospitality management, preparing you for senior roles in international organisations. 

A Master focuses on building foundational skills in tourism and hospitality, while an MBA is designed for career progression into leadership roles with a stronger focus on strategy and management. 

A 90 ECTS MBA offers a fast-track route with intensive learning and a strong focus on applied projects and career progression. 

A 120 ECTS MBA includes an extended second year with internships and professional development, allowing you to gain additional experience and maximise your career opportunities in Barcelona. 

Both pathways benefit from the integrated focus on innovation and entrepreneurship. 

Barcelona offers a unique combination of: 

  • Global sports organisations and clubs 
  • High-level international events 
  • Strong sportstech and innovation ecosystem 
  • Access to European and global markets 

Studying an MBA in Sports Management in Barcelona allows you to develop leadership skills within one of the world’s most powerful sports industry hubs. 

Applicants typically need a bachelor’s degree, English proficiency, and supporting documents such as a CV, motivation letter, and recommendation letter. Work experience is recommended but not mandatory. 

Barcelona offers access to global hotel groups, events, and tourism organisations. Studying an MBA here combines career opportunities with international exposure and a high quality of life. 

Yes. ESEI offers flexible MBA programmes that accept early-career professionals, focusing on accelerating your career into management roles in hospitality and tourism. 

The MBA can be completed in 1 to 1.5 years. Extended options allow more time for internships, networking, and career development in Spain. 

Graduates move into roles such as Hospitality Manager, Operations Director, Revenue Director, Event Director, or Tourism Strategy Consultant with strong leadership potential. 

Yes. The MBA in Tourism and Hospitality Management is validated by UCAM and awarded alongside ESEI, ensuring international recognition and strong alignment with global hospitality industry standards. 

Non-EU students need a student visa, proof of admission, and supporting documents. ESEI provides full support throughout the visa and relocation process. 

Yes. Extended study pathways and internships give you more time to build experience and explore career opportunities in Barcelona after graduation. 

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