Management by Objectives (MBO) is a systematic and participative management approach in which managers and employees collaboratively set specific objectives, align individual goals with organizational goals, and use measurable outcomes to evaluate performance. The core idea of MBO is that when employees clearly understand what is expected of them and participate in goal setting, they become more committed, motivated, and accountable for results. In tourism organizations—such as hotels, travel agencies, tour operations, and destination management companies—where service quality, coordination, and customer satisfaction are critical, MBO helps translate broad strategic goals into actionable and measurable targets at different managerial levels. The MBO process begins with defining organizational objectives. Top management identifies the overall mission, vision, and strategic priorities, such as increasing tourist arrivals, improving service quality, enhancing customer satisfaction scores, or expanding into new markets. These objectives are usually framed in measurable terms so that progress can be evaluated objectively. In tourism, this could include targets like increasing occupancy rates by a certain percentage, reducing customer complaints, or improving average guest ratings. The next step involves cascading objectives down the organizational hierarchy. Departmental managers interpret the broad organizational goals and translate them into specific departmental targets. For instance, the front office department in a hotel may set goals related to check-in efficiency, while the housekeeping department may focus on room turnaround time and cleanliness standards. This alignment ensures that all units work toward a common purpose while addressing their functional responsibilities. Participative goal setting is a distinctive feature of MBO. Managers and employees jointly discuss and agree upon individual objectives. This interaction is crucial in tourism because frontline employees, such as tour guides, receptionists, and customer service staff, often have practical insights into guest needs and operational challenges. By involving them in goal formulation, the organization fosters ownership and commitment, which in