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Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Management

Level: Bachelors Degree(MNQF Level 7)
Duration: 3 years(6 Semesters)
Modes: Available Modes (Full-Time)
Course Fee: Course FeeMVR 54,675 - 54,975 (Applicable for Free First Degree Scheme)

current Intake: August Intake 2026
Campus: Male' (Full-Time (Blended), Full-Time (Evening))

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Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Management is designed to prepare students with a comprehensive understanding of the hospitality industry while developing strong managerial and human resource skills. This programme offers a well-rounded learning experience by covering the four major operational areas of hospitality integrated with essential business and management principles. To ensure relevance in a rapidly evolving global industry, the programme incorporates contemporary and trend-focused modules such as Critical Hospitality Perspectives and Hospitality Experience in addition to industrial exposure. Students also have the flexibility to personalize their academic journey through a range of elective modules that support their individual career aspirations and areas of interest.

Entry Requirements

General Entry

i) Successful completion of Higher Secondary Education (2 passes at A' Level /HSC) OR
ii) Attainment of a level 4 qualification in a related field OR
iii) Completion of MNU certificate 4 Foundation Studies (Any)

Alternative Entry

i) Completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of MNU University Preparation Program OR
ii) 20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MNU University Preparation Program

General Notes

Entry requirements are indicative. Depending on the sequence and the number of applications received, all qualifying students may not gain entry.
Circumstances may require the University to defer or cancel some courses, especially when the minimum class size (10 for certificate & diploma courses, 15 for Degrees courses) is not achieved.
Passes at GCE OL/SSC and HSC is considered to be grades "C" or above and passes at GCE AL is considered to be the grades "E" or above.

Structure

Semester 1

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	TRS129 Hospitality and Tourism Industry (CORE)	Hospitality and Tourism Industry	-	15 Hospitality and Tourism Industry (CORE) (15) (15)	2,100 2,100
CORE	HOS207 Managing Housekeeping Operations (CORE)	Managing Housekeeping Operations	-	15 Managing Housekeeping Operations (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	HOS219 Managing Front Office Operations (CORE)	Managing Front Office Operations	-	15 Managing Front Office Operations (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	SOC015 Maldivian Studies (CORE)	Maldivian Studies	-	15 Maldivian Studies (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
Semester Total				Semester Total	60	8,250 8,250

Semester 2

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	CAT121 Introduction to Culinary Arts (CORE)	Introduction to Culinary Arts	-	15 Introduction to Culinary Arts (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	CAT119 Food and Beverage Services (CORE)	Food and Beverage Services	-	15 Food and Beverage Services (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	HOS223 Work Placement (Hospitality) ll (CORE)	Work Placement (Hospitality) ll	-	15 Work Placement (Hospitality) ll (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
ELECTIVE	Elective 1 (ELECTIVE)	Elective 1	-	15 Elective 1 (ELECTIVE) (15) (15)	2,100 2,100
Semester Total				Semester Total	60	9,300 9,300
Exit with Diploma in Hospitality Management after successful completions				Exit with Diploma in Hospitality Management after successful completion	120	17,550 17,550

Semester 3

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	HOS215 Principles of Human Resources (CORE)	Principles of Human Resources	-	15 Principles of Human Resources (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	CPT233 Information Systems for Hospitality and Tourism (CORE)	Information Systems for Hospitality and Tourism	-	15 Information Systems for Hospitality and Tourism (CORE) (15) (15)	1,725 1,725
CORE	HOS229 Supervision in the Hospitality Industry (CORE)	Supervision in the Hospitality Industry	-	15 Supervision in the Hospitality Industry (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
ELECTIVE	Elective 2 (ELECTIVE)	Elective 2	-	15 Elective 2 (ELECTIVE) (15) (15)	2,100 - 2,400 2,100 - 2,400
Semester Total				Semester Total	60	8,625 - 8,925 8,625 - 8,925

Semester 4

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	HOS231 Hospitality Experience (CORE)	Hospitality Experience	-	15 Hospitality Experience (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	HOS209 Research Methods (CORE)	Research Methods	-	15 Research Methods (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	HOS233 Critical Hospitality Perspectives (CORE)	Critical Hospitality Perspectives	-	15 Critical Hospitality Perspectives (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	HOS355 Work Placement (Hospitality) III (CORE)	Work Placement (Hospitality) III	-	15 Work Placement (Hospitality) III (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
Semester Total				Semester Total	60	9,600 9,600
Exit with Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management after successful completions				Exit with Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management after successful completion	240	35,775 - 36,075 35,775 - 36,075

Semester 5

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	HOS317 Strategic Management for Hospitality and Tourism (CORE)	Strategic Management for Hospitality and Tourism	-	15 Strategic Management for Hospitality and Tourism (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	HOS339 Operations Management (CORE)	Operations Management	-	15 Operations Management (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	HOS213 Hospitality facilities Management (CORE)	Hospitality facilities Management	-	15 Hospitality facilities Management (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	TRS347 Events Management for Hospitality & Tourism (CORE)	Events Management for Hospitality & Tourism	-	15 Events Management for Hospitality & Tourism (CORE) (15) (15)	2,100 2,100
CORE	Semester Total (CORE)	Semester Total		60 Semester Total (CORE) (60) (60)	9,300 9,300

Semester 6

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	HOS303 Applied Project (CORE)	Applied Project	-	15 Applied Project (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	HOS349 Quality Management (CORE)	Quality Management	-	15 Quality Management (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	HOS351 Risk Management (CORE)	Risk Management	-	15 Risk Management (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
CORE	HOS337 New Venture Development (CORE)	New Venture Development	-	15 New Venture Development (CORE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
Semester Total				Semester Total	60	9,600 9,600

Elective 1

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
ELECTIVE	TRS143 Tourism and Hospitality for Professionals (ELECTIVE)	Tourism and Hospitality for Professionals	-	15 Tourism and Hospitality for Professionals (ELECTIVE) (15) (15)	2,100 2,100
ELECTIVE	MKT107 Marketing Principles (ELECTIVE)	Marketing Principles	-	15 Marketing Principles (ELECTIVE) (15) (15)	2,100 2,100

Elective 2

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
ELECTIVE	ACC141 Management Accounting for Hospitality and Tourism (ELECTIVE)	Management Accounting for Hospitality and Tourism	-	15 Management Accounting for Hospitality and Tourism (ELECTIVE) (15) (15)	2,400 2,400
ELECTIVE	MGT233 Economic Analysis for Hospitality and Tourism (ELECTIVE)	Economic Analysis for Hospitality and Tourism	-	15 Economic Analysis for Hospitality and Tourism (ELECTIVE) (15) (15)	2,100 2,100

Course Total

360 CP

Total: 54,675 - 54,975

54,675 - 54,975

Fees stated above are tuition fees for local students. Fees for international students is twice the stated fees. All fees are quoted in MVR.

While every reasonable effort has been exerted to ensure the accuracy of the fees published by the Maldives National University, it is important to note that the University reserves the prerogative to modify fees without prior notification, whether prompted by altered circumstances or otherwise. Applicants are hereby alerted to the fact that the outlined plans for various courses (including but not limited to lecturers and terms) as disclosed in the University's publications are indicative of intent. Such representations shall not be construed as constituting a binding offer or covenant for which the University assumes liability. Should you desire to pursue a specific subject as an elective, it is incumbent upon you to verify its availability in the respective term. In the event of any verbal communication from a University representative conflicting with a document officially published by the University, the latter shall be deemed authoritative.

Careers

Graduates of this programme will be well-prepared to pursue diverse career opportunities within the hospitality sector, equipped with practical expertise, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of guest experience and service excellence. Career opportunities include Front Office Management, Food and Beverage Supervision, Housekeeping Operations, Events Coordination, and Guest Relations. With the programmes strong focus on business and HR management, graduates are also well-positioned for roles in Human Resources, Sales and Marketing, and Hospitality Administration. This qualification further provides a solid foundation for entrepreneurial ventures or continued studies in specialized hospitality and management fields.