To be considered for this programme, applicants must possess an MSc in Hotel and Tourism Management or equivalent. In addition, they must also meet one of the following requirements:

• A minimum of one year of full-time teaching experience in tourism and/or hotel management at a recognised post-secondary institution plus at least one year of work experience at the supervisory or managerial level in the hotel, tourism, or related industries; or
• Substantial and relevant work experience (of normally not less than four years at the supervisory or managerial level in the hotel, tourism, or related industries); or
• At least five years of teaching experience in tourism and/or hotel management.

Applicants must also pass an admission interview and a written English test organised by the Programme Committee.