• Dubai Business School
  • undergraduate

BBA in International Hospitality Management

Overview

Turn your passion for service into a global career in hospitality. The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in International Hospitality Management at the University of Dubai prepares students for dynamic careers in hotel management, tourism, and event planning.

With a strong emphasis on practical training and industry partnerships, this program offers:

  • Comprehensive knowledge of hotel and resort operations

  • Insight into global tourism trends and travel services

  • Hands-on experience in event planning and guest service management

  • Exposure to hospitality brands, F&B operations, and luxury service standards

Students benefit from service excellence modules and real-world internships with leading hospitality groups in Dubai and beyond.

Whether you’re aiming to manage a five-star hotel, plan international events, or lead in travel and tourism, this BBA program gives you the tools and experience to succeed in the global hospitality industry.

Admission Requirement

English
High school grade in English 80% or pass the UD EPT

Who Is The Program For?

This program is perfect for individuals who are passionate about service, travel, and global experiences, and want to build a career in one of the world’s fastest-growing industries.

It’s designed for:

  • High school graduates who want a practical, business-focused hospitality degree

  • Future hotel and resort professionals who value customer service and operational excellence

  • Aspiring tourism entrepreneurs and travel consultants

  • Event planners looking to build expertise in event design and guest experiences

  • Students interested in working with international hospitality brands, airlines, cruise lines, or luxury resorts

  • Young professionals seeking a globally recognized degree to launch a career in the UAE or abroad

This program is ideal for anyone who thrives in people-centered environments, values creativity, and wants to be part of an industry that connects cultures and creates memorable experiences.

Year 1
Semester 1
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BMAT 102 Business Mathematics None None 3
BBUS 103 Digital Skills For Business None None 3
BESP 101 Business English None None 3
BBUS 200 Introduction to Responsible Business None None 3
BACC 205 Principles of Financial Accounting None None 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 15
Semester 2
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BECN 100 Microeconomics BMAT 102 or GMAT 110 or GMATC 110; BESP 101 or ENGL 100 or ESPUC 200 None 3
BBUS 202 Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship None None 3
BMNG 200 Management & Organization Behavior BESP 101 or ENGL 100 or ESPUC 200 None 3
BSTA 200 Statistical Analysis BMAT 102 or GMAT 115 or GMATC 110 None 3
BMRK 200 Principles of Marketing None None 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 30
Year 2
Semester 3
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BBUS 205 Quantitative Analysis in Business BSTA 200 or BSTAC 200 None 3
BBUS 305 Business Law BESP 101 or ENGL 105 or ESPUC 200 None 3
BECN 225 Macroeconomics BECN 100 or BECNC 100 None 3
BBUS 225 Research Methods BSTA 200 or BSTAC 200 None 3
BMNG 315 International Business Management BESP 101 or BBUS 200 None 3
15
Accumulated Credits 45
Semester 4
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BBUS 201 Business Analytics BSTA 200 or BSTAC 200 None 3
BBUS 345 AI in Business BBUS 103 or GITB 120 or GITBC 120 None 3
BBUS 405 Strategic Management Capstone "45 CH " None 3
BMNG 310 Operations Management BBUS 205 None 3
BFIN 200 Principles of Financial Management BACC 205 None 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 60
Year 3
Semester 5
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
HOSP101 Hospitality Standards and Quality 60 CH 3
HOSP102 Hospitality and Tourism Business 60 CH 3
HOSP103 Food & Beverage Business 60 CH 3
Minor 1 3
Minor 2 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 75
Semester 6
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
HOSP104 Hospitality Operations Project 60 CH 3
HOSP105 Luxury Hotel Design 60 CH 3
Minor 3 3
Minor 4 3
Minor 5 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 90
Year 4
Semester 7
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
HOSP106 Socio Anthropology of Tourism 60 CH 3
HOSP107 Hotel Internship (Additional) 60 CH 3
HOSP108 Destination Management 60 CH 3
HOSP109 Designing Unique Experiences 60 CH 3
Minor 6 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 105
Semester 8
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
HOSP 110 Emerging Issues in Hospitality Management 60 CH 3
BBUS 301 Professional Certification None 3
BBUS 302 Career and Personality Development None 3
HOSP 467 /473 Internship / Industry Project 99 CH None 6
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 120

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