The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - School of Hotel and Tourism Management

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Hotel and Tourism Management

The success of a research institution is largely due to its provision and training of young scholars. To provide leadership in developing future scholars in hospitality and tourism management, the SHTM offers research programmes leading to the Ph.D. in Hotel and Tourism Management degree.

The School’s Ph.D. programme is designed for those who want to base their research on theoretical insights. It offers advanced training based on individual interests and career aspirations, allowing students to develop the ability to complete significant research in specific areas. Research collaboration between academic staff and students are encouraged by the School’s intellectual and support environment, with the results disseminated through scholarly publications and conference presentations. The critical mass of globally recognised researchers, together with the attractive stipend for research students and the unique “East meets West” environment, make our highly competitive research programmes very successful. Many of our Ph.D. graduates are now serving as faculty members in universities worldwide.

Features

• Provide leadership in developing future scholars in hospitality and tourism management.
• Provide a theoretical and research base that prepares graduates for research and education positions in hospitality and tourism.
• Offer advanced training based on individual interests and career aspirations.
• Encourage research collaboration between academic staff and students with the intellectual and supportive environment provided at the SHTM.
• Prepare graduates for educational, research and industry positions related to hotel and tourism management.