Masters
Master’s programs are designed to help you build a solid professional project and deepen your knowledge in a specific field. The offered Master’s degrees are French State diplomas that are highly recognized internationally, providing quality training that meets the demands of professionals across various sectors.
These programs are aimed at professionals seeking to advance in their careers, take on leadership roles, and specialize in a particular field in order to achieve specific professional goals.
The courses are tailored to meet the specific needs of working professionals, with a practical, career-oriented teaching approach. Emphasis is placed on real-life case studies, practical examples, and professional experiences, allowing students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings.
Three Master’s programs in the following specialties are offered:
Master in Management & International Trade
The Master’s program in Management & International Trade will help you deepen your skills in strategic management, international marketing, finance, logistics, and human resources management. You will develop advanced expertise in international trade, preparing you for leadership roles in globally-oriented companies. The pedagogical approach, focused on business internationalization, will enable you to understand the challenges and opportunities of the global market.
Master in Tourism
If you are passionate about the tourism industry, the Master’s in Tourism with a focus on island territories will allow you to gain in-depth knowledge of global tourism trends and issues, while developing skills in destination management, tourism marketing, sustainable tourism development, and hotel management. Thanks to an immersive teaching approach, you will be ready to meet the challenges of this ever-evolving sector.
The Master’s programs last two years and are organized in collaboration with ESTHUA (School of Higher Studies in Tourism and Hospitality at the University of Angers). You will receive training from experienced and recognized professors in their fields, as well as networking opportunities with industry professionals. You will be supported throughout your academic journey with personalized guidance to ensure your success.
A Master’s Degree (Bac+5) Designed for the Real-World Challenges of Digital Transformation
The Mastère EADL trains engineers capable of meeting companies’ needs in complex software development, robust IT architecture, and cybersecurity. Through project-based learning and integration of the latest technologies, graduates are prepared to design, develop, and deploy efficient, scalable, and secure digital solutions aligned with the digital transformation of organizations.
Master’S in Tourism: focus on Insular and Overseas Region
Course Objective
The course aims at offering students interested in sectors of Tourism in coastal areas to conceive, develop and implement their projects. It is tailor-made for the Mauritian and Indian Ocean tourism industry suited for tourism development and specific issues related to island destinations.
The objective of Master’s in Tourism: focus on Insular and Overseas Regions is to equip students with the relevant knowledge, skills and experience required to become leaders in the tourism industry, with a particular emphasis on the unique context of island destinations and overseas territories.
The main objectives of this course are to:
- Develop an advanced knowledge of the tourism industry, including trends, challenges and opportunities particular to island destinations and overseas territories.
- Provide a comprehensive knowledge of cultural, social, economic and environmental factors that influence the development of tourism in these regions.
- Develop skills in planning, tourism marketing and management, with an emphasis on sustainable tourism practices.
- Foster critical thinking, problem solving, and research skills to face challenges and opportunities relating to tourism in insular and overseas regions.
- Prepare students for leadership roles in the tourism industry, including positions in private and public bodies, as well as academic and research facilities.
Pre-Requisites
The course is accessible to any student holding a Bachelor in Tourism or equivalent.
Mode of recruitment: application + interview + English language test (similar to IELTS) for the Masters in Management and International Commerce course.
Course Structure
The academic training takes place over 510 teaching hours: 252 hours in class and 258 tutorial work.
Medium of Instruction: French and English.
Course Content
The course has been conceived to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of characteristics, challenges and opportunities particular to tourism development in the Indian Ocean region, with a focus on emerging markets such as China and India.
Master 1
- Professional and International Communication
- English, cultural practices and openness onto the outside world, intercultural management.
- Understanding Sectoral and Territorial Issues of Tourism
- Tourism systems in insular regions, geo-economy of aerial transport and accessibility to destinations, provision and evolution of tourism accommodation.
- Building your professional project.
- Supervise Organisations and Projects
- Financial management and analysis, human resource management, project methodology, themed conferences.
- Standardise, Promote, Regulate and Protect
- Public policy and tourism in insular context, tourism development in the face of crises and risks.
- Research Development
- Research in social sciences/management sciences, support in research.
Master 2
- Professional and international communication
- Cultural practices and openness onto the world
- Understanding sectoral and territorial issues of tourism
- Regional identity and heritage, tourism and insular leisure practice diversification, Indian and Chinese tourism practices and markets, tourism and health, nautical activities and cruises, international hospitality
- Building your professional project.
- Supervise Organisations and Projects
- Pricing and revenue management, digital transformation of companies, regional marketing
- Standardise, Promote, Regulate and Protect
- Adaptation to social and environmental change
- Research projects
Professional Internships
The course offers practical experience opportunities through internships, fieldwork and case studies, allowing students to put their knowledge and skills into practice in real life context.
The course includes a mandatory internship of 4 months for 1st year students and of 6 months for those in 2nd year.
An internship dissertation which counts towards final markings, is required at the end.
Students who are already employed are exempt of internship but will have to write a dissertation based on their paid employment.
Job Prospects
The holder of a Master’s in Tourism can aspire to managerial posts in companies and local tourism companies in island destinations: project manager in development, travel agency manager, regional facilitator, project manager, research manager or consultant.
About ESTHUA:
ESTHUA is the first European centre for advanced training in tourism. Founded in 1982, it is based on an innovative model of job training in the tourism sector through the association of the occupational dimension with the higher academic dimension, with international openness. Over its more than 30-year existence, it has strengthened its position to become a unique cluster in Europe, with more than 3800 students progressively specialising and more than 60 lecturers, specialised in different areas of tourism and culture.
Why to pursue with a Master’s degree?
Continuing your studies at the Master’s level offers numerous advantages that can greatly influence your professional career and personal development.
Here are some reasons why you should consider continuing to pursue with a Master’s degree:
In-depth expertise
Master’s programs allow you to specialize further in a specific area of your choice, providing an in-depth expertise in that field. This will enable you to gain profound knowledge and an advanced understanding of relevant subjects, making you more competent and qualified for high-level positions.
Advantages in the job market
Nowadays, the job market is highly competitive. Pursuing a Master’s degree can give you a significant advantage by setting you apart from other candidates. Employers value candidates who demonstrate a continued commitment to learning and professional development, which is often reflected in obtaining a Master’s degree.
Expanded professional network
The academic environment is an excellent place to establish connections with professionals from various backgrounds. By pursuing your studies at the Master’s level, you’ll have the opportunity to meet students, lecturers, and industry experts who can become valuable contacts throughout your career. This expanded network can open doors for you and offer new professional perspectives.
Further education after the Master’s
After obtaining a Master’s degree, you have several options to continue your academic journey.
Here are some common paths which you can consider:
PhD
If you want to deepen your knowledge even further and contribute to academic research in your area of expertise, you may consider pursuing a PhD. A Ph.D. will enable you to become an expert in your field and undertake advanced research.
Additional professional training
Depending on your field of study, you may also consider undergoing additional professional training to acquire specific skills or further specialize. This may include certifications, professional development programs, or specialized training.
Professional career
Surely, you can also choose to directly enter your career after obtaining a Master’s degree. Your enhanced expertise and qualifications will allow you to access higher positions and advance more quickly in your field of study.
Admission requirements and enrollment
Admission requirements and enrollment processes:
• Undergraduate degree: Most of our Master’s programs require applicants to have successfully completed an undergraduate degree in a field related to the chosen Master’s program. Transcripts and copies of your diplomas may be required when applying for admission.
• Language requirements: If the Master’s program is taught in a foreign language, you will need to provide proof of language proficiency, such as a valid score on a standardized test (e.g., TOEFL or IELTS for English).
• Cover letter: Most of our Master’s programs require applicants to submit a cover letter describing their academic and professional goals.
To find out the specific admission requirements for our Master’s programs at the MCCI Business School, we encourage you to visit the page of the Master’s program you are interested in, where you will find detailed information on each program as well as instructions on how to proceed with your enrolment.
Bachelor Degree
The MCCI Business School has been proposing for more than 15 years, bachelor’s degree (HSC/BAC+3) in collaboration with the University of Reunion and the University of Angers. The bachelor’s degree is open to Diploma holders as well as executives who wish to upgrade their academic qualifications.
Work/Study Program
MCCI Business School has been the first tertiary institution to offer since 2015, work/study programs. Combining academic training and professional integration, this program allows young people to simultaneously familiarize with the workplace whilst preparing for their academic qualification.
