MBA (Tourism & Hospitality Management)

The MBA (Tourism, Travel and Hospitality Management) hereafter ‘MBA TTHM’, offered by IIM Sirmaur in collaboration with the University of Technology Mauritius (UTM) and the University of Mauritius (UOM), is a distinctive global management programme designed to develop future-ready leaders for the tourism, travel, hospitality, aviation, events, and allied service industries across international markets.
This two-year, full-time MBA integrates rigorous management education with international immersion and experiential learning, enabling students to navigate complex business environments with confidence and cultural intelligence. A defining feature of the programme is its embedded global mobility component, which allows students to study, work, and network across India and Mauritius, fostering international exposure and professional growth.
During Year One (Terms 1–3), delivered at IIM Sirmaur, students build a strong foundation in core management disciplines, including strategy, marketing, finance, operations, analytics, leadership, and sustainability, with a clear focus on their application to the tourism and hospitality ecosystem. In Year Two (April–December), the programme transitions to Mauritius, where students undertake Term 4 at the University of Technology Mauritius and Term 5 at the University of Mauritius. This nine-month international immersion provides exposure to global faculty, cross-cultural classrooms, and applied academic experiences, including live group projects, industry interactions, and collaborative learning initiatives. During this period, students also benefit from paid Summer Internship Programmes (SIPs) with international organisations, offering valuable industry experience and strong prospects for final placements.
Students return to India in December/January to complete Term 6 at IIM Sirmaur, consolidating their global learning experience and preparing for leadership roles in the international service economy. Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates are awarded an internationally recognised MBA degree from IIM Sirmaur, supported by a unique combination of IIM academic rigour, global exposure, and industry-embedded learning.

Value Proposition

The Programme is designed for ambitious professionals seeking global careers in tourism and hospitality. Delivered across India and Mauritius, the programme blends IIM academic rigour with international exposure, industry immersion, and cross-cultural learning. Students gain hands-on experience through international internships, live industry projects, and extensive global networking, earning a distinctive international credential that significantly enhances employability.
The programme develops future leaders and entrepreneurs with strong intercultural competence, French language exposure, and specialised expertise in emerging domains such as island and sustainable tourism. Graduates emerge with a comparative global perspective, practical industry experience, and the confidence to create meaningful impact - whether in multinational organisations, entrepreneurial ventures, or tourism development initiatives across India, Mauritius, Africa, and global markets.

Scholarships

Enrolled students of IIM Sirmaur may apply for scholarships available through the National Scholarship Portal (https://scholarships.gov.in), subject to eligibility as per the norms of the respective scholarship schemes. The concerned Programme Office and the Scholarship Office of IIM Sirmaur provide guidance to students regarding the application process and completion of the required formalities.

Loan Support

IIM Sirmaur has empanelled leading banks to facilitate education loans at preferential rates of interest. Comprehensive details of these empanelled banks, including key loan features and terms, are provided to students along with the admission offer letter. Students may independently evaluate the options available and are free to select any of the empanelled banks based on their individual financial requirements and the loan facilities offered. The Institute facilitates access to information; however, the final decision regarding the selection of the bank and loan availing process rests solely with the student.