MASTER PROGRAMS
Bella Vista Institute of Higher Education (BVIS) offers Graduate and Executive Programs in Tourism and Travel Management, Business Management and Health & Social Care Management. The programs are a mix of academic and practical activities to develop skills and knowledge for the fast-changing professional world. Our Master Programs are extensions of our Bachelor Programs consisting of 1 year (2 semesters) equivalent to 90 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System).
Master in International Hospitality Management（dual degree）
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The flagship business program is the major in Tourism and Business Management, developed in partnership with United Nations World Tourism Organization, which prepares students who are interested in applied business activities related to travel and tourism industries, including new trends with social media and digital platforms.
This dual-degree program is designed and delivered in collaboration with the Institute of tourism studies (ITS) and held on the campus.
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Mandatory Units:
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Applied Statistics for Business Research
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Cross Cultural Selling and Marketing
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Law and Ethics in the Business
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Business Research Methods
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Digital Marketing
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Innovation Leadership
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Post Graduate Thesis I
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Language Development
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Developing and Monitoring Corporate Strategy
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Event Operations and Risk Management
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Hotel Asset Management
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Managing Human Capital
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Special Interest Tourism
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Porst Graduate Thesis II
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Language Development
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In addition to regular and mandatory courses students will have to participate in internships or projects and select elective courses. We provide a exlusive set of academic electives delivered by the most important stakeholders in their respective fields. Their senior executives will provide the following tutorials and internships that can open the doors for a future career in the tourism industry:
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UNWTO (UNWTO International Centre Switzerland) Traineeship ​
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ETC (European Travel Commission) traineeship Job Bank​
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ESPA (European Spa Association) for Health Tourism Management ​
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PATA (Pacific Asia Travel Association) for Sustainability Tourism Management ​
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CLIA (Cruse Line International Association) for Cruise line Management
MBA in Strategic Management and Leadership（dual degree）
The objective of the Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership qualification is to develop strategic management and leadership skills for managers who have the authority and personal attributes to translate organisational strategy into effective operational performance. This qualification reflects current practice in Strategic Management and Leadership and allows learners to develop and expand their high-level understanding of strategic management and leadership in the workplace. This qualification is suitable for mature learners with a background in academic study or industry. The qualification has a clear work-related emphasis on practical skills development alongside theoretical fundamentals.
Successful completion of the Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership qualification will equip learners with the key skills and capabilities to become an effective strategic manager. The qualification also allows learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their study towards an MBA with advanced standing.
Mandatory Units:
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Strategic Management
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Strategic Leadership
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Strategic Human Resource Management
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Advanced Business Research Methods
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Strategic Financial Management
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Supply Chain and Operations Management
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Entrepreneurship and Innovation
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Strategic Change Management
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Globalisation and Corporate Governance
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Strategic Marketing
MA in Health and Social Care Management（dual degree）
The objective of the Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification is to develop learners’ understanding of policy, management theory and practice in health and social care. It provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals, services users and policy makers in their own country. It will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the hospitals/social care industry. It combines both theoretical and practical knowledge in the health and social care profession. The qualification will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of leading change, effective performance, planning and accountability, development and team leadership. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within health care administration and/or management.
Successful completion of the Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their study towards a relevant Master’s programme with advanced standing.
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Mandatory units:
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Health and Social Care Leadership
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Managing People in Health and Social Care
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Managing Finance in Health and Social Care
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Health and Social Care Strategies and Policies
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Leading Change in Health and Social Care
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Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals