SRH University of Applied Sciences is a state?recognised private university in Germany with multiple campuses and a strong international orientation. It offers a wide range of English?taught programmes across business, health, media, engineering and hospitality domains, using an innovative CORE (Competence Oriented Research & Education) learning model that combines practical projects, teamwork and academic knowledge to prepare students for global careers.

 

Why Study Hospitality Management & Leadership at SRH University?

The M.A. in Hospitality Management & Leadership in Dresden is an English?taught, full?time Master’s programme designed to prepare you for senior leadership and management roles in the global hospitality and tourism industry. It equips you with advanced business and sector?specific knowledge — including strategic management, finance, human resources, operations, and innovation — plus leadership and intercultural skills needed to manage complex organisations such as hotels, resorts, tourism organisations, event companies, and destination management firms.

 

Subjects / Programme Structure

The programme blends business fundamentals, hospitality specialisation, leadership development, and practical experience.

Typical Curriculum (Example Modules)

1st Semester

• Strategic Management

• Marketing Management

• Economics of Globalisation

• Business Research Methods

• Accounting

2nd Semester

• Introduction to Leadership

• Hospitality Management I: Real Estate & Asset Management

• Operations Management & Revenue Cycle

• Hospitality Management II: Entrepreneurial Hotel Management & New Work

• Global Finance

3rd Semester

• Long Internship (30 ECTS)

• Short Internship + Additional Module (24+6 ECTS)

• Study Abroad (24 ECTS)

• Hospitality Management Case Study (6 ECTS)

4th Semester (Regular Track)

• Master Colloquium

• Master Thesis (with research project)

 

Disciplines & Focus Areas

The programme develops expertise in:

• Strategic and international management

• Leadership & intercultural skills

• Hospitality operations and innovation

• Asset & real estate management

• Finance & revenue management

• Human resources & organisational behaviour

• Global markets and business development

• Case studies and practical project work

• Optional internship or study abroad for practical international exposure

 

Highlights

• English?taught Master’s in a dynamic European hospitality hub (Dresden).
• Combines business administration + hospitality leadership for global careers.
• Offers 3? and 4?semester tracks to match qualifications and career goals.
• Option for long internship or semester abroad to gain practical experience.
• CORE learning model emphasizes active, project?based learning.
• Partner with industry bodies such as HotellerieSuisse for internships and networking.

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared for leadership and management roles in the hospitality and service sector, including:

• Hotel & Resort Management
• Food & Beverage Management
• Financial & Revenue Management
• Hotel Projects & Asset Management
• Consulting in Tourism & Hospitality
• International Hospitality Leadership
• Marketing & Destination Management
• Health & Wellness Facility Management
• Tourism Organisations & Policy

 

Visa Requirements (Non?EU/EEA Students)

If you’re an international student from outside the EU/EEA:

• You generally need a German student visa (Type D) and then a residence permit for study.
• Visa requirements typically include proof of admission, financial capability (blocked account), health insurance, passport, and accommodation evidence.
• Non?EU/EEA applicants should apply 3–4 months before the intake to allow processing time.
• German study visas often allow limited part?time work and a post?study job search extension (subject to immigration rules).

 

Latest Updates & Special Notes

• Applications are accepted year?round until places fill, but earlier applications are recommended for non?EU students.
• The programme is accredited and designed for international careers in the global hospitality industry.
• Internships or study abroad options provide real?world exposure and networking channels.