Management and Science University
Management and Science University in Malaysia holds Gold Award status from the Malaysia Tourism Council as a School of Hospitality and Tourism, and is the first Malaysian International Centre of Excellence recognised by the Asia Pacific Institute for Events Management.
A dedicated school within a diverse university
MSU's School of Hospitality and Creative Arts offers a genuinely complete pathway, from foundation and diploma level through bachelor's, master's and PhD study in hospitality and tourism management. This structure allows students to enter at the level that suits their background and build steadily toward more advanced qualifications within the same institution.
Recognition built on genuine standards
MSU carries a SETARA Tier 5 Excellent status rating from Malaysia's Ministry of Higher Education, and has been recognised as the country's most entrepreneurial private university. Its programmes are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency, giving graduates a qualification with clear standing both within Malaysia and internationally.
Studying hospitality and tourism at MSU offers several distinct strengths:
- Gold Award status from the Malaysia Tourism Council
- A full academic pathway from foundation to PhD in hospitality and tourism
- SETARA Tier 5 Excellent status from Malaysia's Ministry of Higher Education
- Specialised qualifications including Tour Leader and Mutawif Umrah certification
- Strong graduate placement across hotels, resorts, travel agencies and tourism boards
A launchpad into Southeast Asia's tourism industry
Graduates move into hotel, resort, travel agency and tourism board roles across Malaysia and the wider region, carrying with them a qualification built on real national recognition. For candidates seeking a hospitality education with genuine standing in a fast growing Southeast Asian market, MSU offers a well recognised path.
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When was CourtesyMasters founded?
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