Course summary
This sector contributes around £7.8 trillion to the global economy (Hospitality and Catering News) and is constantly evolving – growing at a rate of 5.9%, almost double that of the UK economy (UK Hospitality). With more jobs than ever before, and more businesses spending serious time and money searching for new talent and promoting those already in positions, there's never been a better time to pursue a career in luxury hospitality. Designed with flexibility in mind, this part-time course, delivered over two years, is taught through a combination of online workshops and six intensive one-week sprints in London – allowing you to balance your studies with ongoing work commitments, no matter where in the world you're based. Working collaboratively with professional peers from all over the world, you'll explore what it takes to lead in the luxury hospitality sector and beyond. You'll dive into all aspects of the industry (from service excellence and innovation to brand strategy and financial forecasting), investigate current issues and propose creative solutions to real problems, while learning to: Manage projects, budgets and partnerships Implement strategies to maintain a competitive edge Develop a supportive, inclusive team culture Create impactful marketing, PR and social media content Confidently make judgements and take risks Overcome team changes, challenges and PR crises Use new technology to drive innovation Learning part-time enables you to fuel your curiosity and improve your skillset while continuing in your current role – applying your learning practically as you complete online modules and hands-on assessments tailored to your specialism, and work on a major project or thesis: building something that’ll have a tangible and lasting impact on your workplace. You'll leave Regent's as part of an elite group of leaders with the knowledge and practical skills needed to step into a leadership role and shape the future of luxury hospitality.
Modules
Sprint 1 Personal Mastery and Executive Acumen Sprint 2 Financial Leadership and Forecasting Sprint 3 People and Culture Leadership Sprint 4 Business Strategy and Brand Positioning Sprint 5 Change Leadership Sprint 6 Applied Project
Assessment method
Your knowledge and skills will be assessed via a range of task-based challenges, plans, presentations and live and simulated briefs – ensuring your learning is always: Inclusive – fostering a student-focused approach Engaging – encouraging interaction and participation Authentic – based on real business challenges
Entry requirements
We're interested in your potential, as well as your prior achievements – and review each application comprehensively on its own merit. You'll need the following qualifications: Minimum second class UK undergraduate degree Equivalent international qualifications, as deemed acceptable by Admissions & UK ENIC As well as: A 500-700 word personal statement outlining your experience and ambitions A CV showing evidence of work experience in a hotel or hospitality oriented property Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning We also welcome applications from students who don't meet our usual entry requirements. To be accepted for exceptional entry, you must: Have three years of work experience if you don't hold a degree You'll need to provide us with: Your current CV A headed employment letter detailing your position and length of service A headed reference letter A personal statement outlining your experience and ambitions This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis, by academic referral only. For more guidance on international entry requirements, visit our international students page. English language requirements Minimum English proficiency requirement through one of the following qualifications (or equivalent): Qualification Subject Grade GSCE* English C (4) IB SL or HL* English A 4 IB HL* English B 5 US HSD (studied in a majority English-speaking country)* Cumulative GPA 2.5 IELTS* Academic Overall score of 6.5, with 5.5 or above in each component UG degree From English-speaking countries – defined by the UKVI Second class Please note, we do not accept home/online editions of English language tests. *Qualification satisfies the English language requirements of the UKVI for non-UK/Irish nationals. We also offer conditional students a free, online diagnostic test known as the Regent’s English Proficiency Test (REPT). This must be booked in advance. Discover more. Interview In addition to meeting our academic and English language requirements, this course also requires you to pass an interview. Once you've applied and submitted your supporting documents, and we've assessed your eligibility, successful candidates will be invited, and can choose to attend in person or online.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £15500 | Year 1 |
| International | £15500 | Year 1 |
| England | £15500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £15500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £15500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £15500 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £15500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Non-refundable advance deposit:
September 2026 start:
UK students: £1,500
Non-UK students: £5,000
Provider information
Regent's University London
Inner Circle
Regent's Park
Westminster
NW1 4NS