Introduction

The programmme aims to produce world-class researchers with scholarly excellence that will positively influence the practice of ecotourism while simultaneously improving the management of tourist attractions and protected areas. The curriculum is designed to offer a unique experience to qualified students particularly those already in the ecotourism sector.

.

Programme Objectives

1. To produce knowledge and skill-based manpower in Ecotourism Management.
2. To provide evidenced-based research intervention for ecotourism problems in Kenya and the greater Eastern Africa region
3. To provide an intellectual environment that nurtures an interest in research and academic development.

Programme Courses

 

Year 1 Semester 1

Visitor Management

Tourism Policy Planning and Management

Strategic Management in Hospitality

HRM and Development in Hospitality & Tourism

Research Methodology

ANY ONE ELECTIVE

Ecosystem Services in Sustainable Development

Connectivity Conservation Management

Managing protected areas

 

Year 1 Semester 2

Ecotourism Seminar

Tourism Development and Poverty Reduction

Climate change and Protected Area Management

Qualitative and Quantitative Data Analysis

Research Proposal

ANY ONE ELECTIVE

Hospitality Supervision

Managing Diversity in Multicultural Work Place

 

Year 2 Semester 1

Research/Thesis

 

Year 2 Semester 2

Research/ Thesis submission

 

 

Programme Requirements

 

 Admission Requirements

To qualify for admission into the Master’s degree an applicant shall be:

1. Holder of at least an upper second class honors degree in Ecotourism, Hotel and Institution Management of Maseno University or an upper second class honors degree in a related field in hospitality and tourism industry from an Institution recognized by Maseno University senate and the Commission for University Education.

OR

Holder of a lower second class degree of Maseno University and at least two (2) years of relevant work experience or a degree from any other University recognized by Maseno University senate and the Commission for University Education. 

AND

In addition to the above, the applicant must meet the specific requirements of the Master's programme as approved by Senate

 Programme Duration

The duration of the M.Sc programme (Coursework and Thesis) shall normally be two academic years of four semesters of full/part-time attendance provided that part-time attendance shall not exceed a period of four academic years from the date of registration.

 

Programme Structure

The M.Sc. programme shall normally consist of coursework, examinations, and thesis, normally covering two years distributed over four semesters of full/part-time attendance provided that part-time attendance shall not exceed a period of four academic years from the date of registration. Students registered for Masters's Degree offered through eLearning and other flexible modes shall normally enroll for a minimum of 2 units each semester or as determined by the respective schools.