Master of Science in Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management

For more than 200 years, the George Washington University has offered the advantages of a major private university while providing the personalized attention students would expect in a more intimate academic setting.

International recognition and top research faculty — coupled with small class sizes and a forward-thinking curriculum — gives students the strategic perspective necessary to succeed in today's global marketplace.

Since 1928, GW School of Business (GWSB) students have utilized our global presence to pursue practical, insightful expertise in the world of business from an enviable vantage point.

One of the most diverse cities in America, D.C. is home to more than 1,000 internationally owned companies, more than 400 international associations, and nearly 180 foreign embassies, residences, chanceries, and diplomatic missions — many of them less than one mile from the GW campus.

Vision

To cultivate ethical, inclusive, and entrepreneurial leaders that make a positive impact on the environment, society and governance locally and globally through:

• market-responsive lifelong learning programs,
• innovative research, and
• outreach to the business and policy community.

Mission

Our mission is to lead with the GWSB S.P.I.R.I.T. by:

• placing Students first
• improving student Placement outcomes
• leveraging our International advantage and reputation
• enhancing our Research impact
• being Inclusive, and
• professionally collaborating to realize this vision Together.

Core Values

We are committed to:

• DEI - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: we demonstrate ethical leadership and societal impact by ensuring a diverse, equitable and inclusive community through creative student, faculty and staff initiatives. We nurture this through education, scholarship and community engagement.
• ESG - Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance: making a positive impact on environmental, social, and governance-related issues by incorporating them within our activities: teaching, research, and practice.  
• Continuous Improvement using performance measurement and feedback: we continuously consider feedback as part of our continuous improvement process. 
• Professionalism: promoting a culture of civility, trust, appreciation, recognition, and creativity.