phd in hospitality management

Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership

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Ph.D. Hospitality Administration

The Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) emphasizes flexibility, independence and inter-disciplinary study to accommodate the needs and research interests of students both from the U.S. and around the world. As a requirement of the doctoral program, students are expected to obtain experience in teaching and research. Graduate faculty will mentor the students in the classroom as well as in research settings.

Hilton College is consistently rated among the top hospitality programs in the world, and has cultivated relationships with the industry’s top employers, organizations and associations. Our graduates continue to excel and open the doors for those who follow. The Ph.D. objectives are:

To develop teaching skills for both undergraduate and graduate levels
To disseminate information about the hospitality industry
To develop theory and add knowledge to the field
To identify problems through analysis
To identify solutions from competing alternatives through quantitative and qualitative metrics
To effectively communicate research outcomes
To develop grantsmanship capabilities

Ph.D. in Hospitality Administration Degree Plan

For detailed instructions on specific admission requirements and the application process, click here . Applicants who have completed an M.S. in Hospitality Management or similar degree with an overall grade point average of 3.2 on a 4-point scale for their last degree will be considered. The Hilton College faculty directory should also be consulted and potential research advisors contacted to establish initial communication.

Applications are available online at www.applyweb.com/uhouston .

Hospitality Management (PhD)

Program at a glance.

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The PhD in Hospitality Management prepares individuals for teaching and research-based careers in academia or as practitioner researchers and field consultants in hospitality and tourism enterprises.

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Program Prerequisites

Applicants to this program must have an earned Masters Degree. The total credit hours to complete this program are beyond the masters.

Degree Requirements

Required courses.

HMG7295 - Theories in Hospitality and Tourism (3)
HMG6586 - Research Methods in Hospitality and Tourism (3)
7584 - Statistical Foundations in Hospitality & Tourism (3)
7460 - Grant Writing in Hospitality & Tourism (3)
7581 - Qualitative Design & Methods in Hospitality and Tourism (3)
7592 - Research Seminar: Research (1)
7591 - Research Seminar: Teaching (1)
7590 - Research Seminar: Service & Professionalism (1)
HMG7598 - University Teaching in Hospitality & Tourism (3)
EDH7207 - Curriculum, Instruction, and Distance Learning in Higher Education (3)
EDH7366 - Assessment Practices in Higher Education (3)
EME7634 - Advanced Instructional Systems Design (3)
EDG7325 - Models of Teaching and Instructional Theory (3)
EME6940 - Theory into Practice in Educational Technology (3)
EME6938ST4 - ST: Story Design for Instruction (3)
EDP7517 - Facilitating Learning, Development and Motivation (3)

Research Electives

HMG6918 - Directed Research (1 - 99)
PAF7802 - Advanced Research Methodology for Public Affairs (3)
PAF7804 - Advanced Statistics for Public Affairs I: Multivariate Analysis (3)
PAF7805 - Advanced Statistics for Public Affairs II: Survey of Statistical Methods (3)
PAF7820 - Qualitative Methods for Public Affairs (3)
EDF7407 - Research in Educational Leadership 2 (3)
EDF7406 - Multivariate Statistics in Education (3)
EDF7415 - Latent Variable Modeling In Education (3)
EDF7475 - Qualitative Research in Education (3)
SYA7407 - Advanced Quantitative Data Analysis (3)
3 Approved Research Methods/Data Analysis Graduate Courses (7000 preferred) from outside or inside the college. One 3-Credit Directed Research (HMG 6918) may be taken as a part of research electives.

Specialization

HMG7545 - Services Marketing and Management in Hospitality and Tourism (3)
HMG7708 - Advanced Travel and Tourism (3)
HMG7570 - Advanced Lodging & Foodservice Management (3)
HMG7448 - Advanced Hospitality Information Technology (3)
FSS6365 - Management of Food Service Operations (3)
HMG6227 - Advanced Training and Development in the Hospitality Industry (3)
HMG6228 - Critical Issues in Hospitality Human Resources (3)
HMG6245 - Managing Hospitality and Guest Services Organizations (3)
HMG6251 - International Lodging Accommodations Analysis (3)
HMG6267 - Case Studies in Lodging and Restaurant Management (3)
HMG6296 - Hospitality/Tourism Strategic Issues (3)
HMG6347 - Contemporary Issues in the Resort Industry (3)
HMG6446 - Hospitality/Tourism Information Technology (3)
HMG6466 - Applied Revenue Management Techniques in Hospitality (3)
HMG6476 - Feasibility Studies for the Hospitality/Tourism Enterprises (3)
HMG6477 - Financial Analysis of Hospitality Enterprises (3)
HMG6528 - Convention and Conference Sales and Services (3)
HMG6529 - Contemporary Issues in Resort Sales Management (3)
HMG6533 - Hospitality/Tourism Industry Brand Management (3)
HMG6556 - Digital Marketing and Big Data Management for Hospitality and Tourism (3)
HMG6565 - Social Media in Hospitality and Tourism (3)
HMG6566 - Principles of Destination Marketing and Management (3)
HMG6585 - Data Analysis in Hospitality and Tourism Research (3)
HMG6596 - Strategic Marketing in Hospitality and Tourism (3)
HMG6710 - International Tourism Management (3)
HMG6738 - Tourism Industry Analysis (3)
HMG6756 - Mega-Events (3)
HMG6797 - Event Administration (3)
7246 - Organizational Behavior in Hospitality & Tourism (3)
At least 6 credit hours should be from HMG 7XXX level courses. Course selection should be based on the student's area of interest in consultation with the major adviser and approved by the PhD Program Coordinator.

Dissertation

HMG7980 - Dissertation (1 - 99)
Doctoral students must present a prospectus for the dissertation to the doctoral adviser, prepare a proposal and present it to the dissertation committee, and defend the final research submission with the dissertation committee.

Grand Total Credits: 60

Financial information.

Graduate students may receive financial assistance through fellowships, assistantships, tuition support, or loans. For more information, see the College of Graduate Studies Funding website, which describes the types of financial assistance available at UCF and provides general guidance in planning your graduate finances. The Financial Information section of the Graduate Catalog is another key resource.

Fellowship Information

Fellowships are awarded based on academic merit to highly qualified students. They are paid to students through the Office of Student Financial Assistance, based on instructions provided by the College of Graduate Studies. Fellowships are given to support a student's graduate study and do not have a work obligation. For more information, see UCF Graduate Fellowships, which includes descriptions of university fellowships and what you should do to be considered for a fellowship.

Hospitality Management, Ph.D.

College of hospitality, retail and sport management.

Train at the highest level of hospitality and tourism research and education in the nation to serve in critical roles with industry and academic institutions around the world.

Ranked among the Top 10 programs in the U.S. for hospitality and tourism management, our world-renowned faculty and research centers offer exceptional opportunities for graduate student research and publications. Get involved in funded grants and industry research projects, and teach to gain faculty teaching experience and mentorship.

Program Highlights

Nationally respected.

Join a program that’s ranked among the Top 10 in the U.S. for hospitality and tourism management.

A Top-Tier Faculty

Learn from world-renowned faculty members and research centers that provide exceptional opportunities.

Learn and Teach

Gain industry and teaching experience to prepare you for careers in academia or the private sector.

Industry Advancing

Get involved in funded grants and research at university centers and institutes that are driving innovation.

What You’ll Study

Develop an advanced understanding of hospitality and tourism management, and gain the critical methodological and topical foundation that is crucial for anyone engaging in top-tier scholarly research. The program includes a strong emphasis on statistics and research design.

Building Skills

Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.

Scientific Writing

Communicating scientific research and findings in a clear, accurate and compelling manner

Hospitality Management

Overseeing guest services, coordinating facility operations and implementing strategies for exceptional customer experiences

Foster learning by conveying knowledge, skills and concepts to students

Tourism Management

Overseeing travel services, coordinating visitor experiences and implementing strategies to promote destination attractiveness and satisfaction

Gathering and analyzing information to increase knowledge or solve problems

Directing and overseeing the activities and resources to achieve specific goals

Using your degree

Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.

Potential Careers

Industry Academician
Assistant Professor
Associate Professor

Workplace Settings

Higher Education
Business Analyst
Information Technology
Real Estate

Thanks to the opportunities and supervision provided by our college in the family-like work environment created by the administration, faculty and staff, I have experienced not only academic and professional development but also personal development.