Master in Tourism & Event Management (MBA)

Midway University, founded in 1847 as the Kentucky Female Orphan School, has grown into a coeducational institution known for personalized learning and a supportive campus culture in Midway, Kentucky. With about 1,945 students and a welcoming international cohort, the university emphasizes close faculty-student relationships and hands-on learning. Its compact size and focused program portfolio (nearly 48 programs) make it an accessible choice for students seeking individualized attention and practical preparation.

Academically, Midway balances liberal arts foundations with career-ready offerings across undergraduate and graduate levels. Faculty prioritize experiential learning—through labs, internships, community partnerships and applied projects—so students graduate with both knowledge and work-ready skills. Small class sizes encourage discussion, mentorship and opportunities to take leadership roles in campus initiatives and research experiences.

Campus life centers on community involvement, leadership development and student support services that ease the transition for international learners. Advising, tutoring and career services are tuned to help students map academic goals to employment outcomes, while campus events and clubs foster belonging. For prospective international students seeking a nurturing, practice-oriented environment in the United States, Midway offers a clear path to academic growth and meaningful professional experiences.

The Master in Tourism & Event Management (MBA) at Midway University is a 1-year program that combines business classes with special courses in tourism and event management. This degree is ideal for students who want to work in the tourism industry, particularly in Kentucky's bourbon tourism sector.

The curriculum includes courses in bourbon tourism, hospitality, destination branding, and event management. You will develop skills in marketing, finance, and business law, and learn how to apply them to the tourism and event management field. The program also focuses on consumer education, interpretation, and sensory evaluation.

With this degree, you can pursue careers such as Tourism Manager, Event Planner, Destination Marketing Manager, Hospitality Manager, or Bourbon Tourism Specialist. You can work in tourism boards, event planning companies, or hospitality organizations, and help them succeed in the competitive tourism industry.