Master in Tourism and Aviation Management

Master in Tourism and Aviation Management at HICL

Tourism does not happen without aviation, and aviation depends on tourism demand. Yet most senior people in either field have trained inside only one of them. The Master in Tourism and Aviation Management is for professionals who want a senior-level qualification that spans both - and to make decisions that respect how each side actually works.

It is positioned for early-to-mid career professionals from airlines, airports, tour operators, DMOs, ground services, travel-tech and adjacent fields who are moving towards strategy, planning, network or product roles.

Why this combined master's exists

Route decisions, ancillary revenue, airport retail, slot allocation, visa policy, sustainability targets, tourism recovery after disruption - these sit on the border between aviation and tourism. The Master in Tourism and Aviation Management treats that border as the subject, not as background noise. Expect economics of air travel, tourism demand drivers, airport and airline operations at a strategic level, and the governance frameworks shaping both industries.

Who this master's is for

• Airline and airport professionals moving into network, commercial or strategic roles.
• Tour operator and DMO senior staff with responsibility for aviation-dependent products.
• Travel-tech and distribution professionals working across both sectors.
• Career changers with strong commercial backgrounds entering aviation- and tourism-led roles.

Where graduates often go

Graduates of the Master in Tourism and Aviation Management typically progress into roles such as commercial analyst, network planning analyst, tourism strategy manager, airport commercial manager, product manager (aviation-dependent travel), and senior roles in DMOs and tourism boards. Some pursue consulting or doctoral study, particularly around sustainable aviation and tourism.

How the programme is delivered

HICL offers on-campus, blended and distance options where available. Postgraduate study at this level typically combines reading, applied case work, group discussion and an extended project or dissertation. Module structure and assessment formats are confirmed at enrolment.

Entry requirements

• Bachelor's degree in tourism, aviation, business, economics or a related field; relevant professional experience may be considered.
• Minimum age 21 at enrolment.
• IELTS 6.0 or equivalent English proficiency for non-native speakers.
• International applicants should check current UK Home Office guidance on student visa requirements.

Apply for the Master in Tourism and Aviation Management

If your career lives across airlines, airports, tour operators or destinations, the Master in Tourism and Aviation Management gives you the language and breadth to make senior decisions in that space. Click Enroll Now and HICL admissions will respond within one working day.