Doctor of Hotel and Tourism Management Postgraduate Program By School of Hotel and Tourism Management, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University |Top Universities
Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

72,923 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

Hospitality and Leisure ManagementMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Hospitality and Leisure Management

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Programme Aims

Hotel and tourism management has never been as competitive, dynamic or rewarding a profession as it is today. Industry leaders and educators must develop the skills needed to lead change and effectively identify and respond to a rapidly evolving work environment. The DHTM helps exceptional individuals to develop these skills through a programme that focuses on innovation, creativity and the enhancement of research abilities. The programme is delivered within the unique Asian hotel and tourism context. 

Subject emphases are as follows:

  • Tourism and hotel management within a global context.
  • The role of hotel and tourism management within the broader social, economic and political environment.
  • The development of the ability to identify emerging trends.
  • The development of research skills. 
This programme is suitable for:

  • Academics who are teaching tourism and hotel/hospitality management
  • Senior industry executives
  • Senior staff in national, state and local tourism organisations
  • Senior staff in non-governmental tourism organisations and industry trade organisations.
Characteristics

This is a self-financed credit-based programme offered in a mixed study mode, with the option to study full-time or part-time. The subjects are designed to accommodate the learning needs of mature and experienced industry leaders and educators who already hold a Master of Science degree in Hotel and Tourism Management or an equivalent qualification. 

The programme’s learning and teaching methods are participant-centred, with an emphasis on experiential exercises, seminars and self-guided study. Each subject is designed to nurture innovation, creativity and research skills in the dynamic field of hotel and tourism management, all within the unique Asian context.

Program overview

Main Subject

Hospitality and Leisure Management

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Programme Aims

Hotel and tourism management has never been as competitive, dynamic or rewarding a profession as it is today. Industry leaders and educators must develop the skills needed to lead change and effectively identify and respond to a rapidly evolving work environment. The DHTM helps exceptional individuals to develop these skills through a programme that focuses on innovation, creativity and the enhancement of research abilities. The programme is delivered within the unique Asian hotel and tourism context. 

Subject emphases are as follows:

  • Tourism and hotel management within a global context.
  • The role of hotel and tourism management within the broader social, economic and political environment.
  • The development of the ability to identify emerging trends.
  • The development of research skills. 
This programme is suitable for:

  • Academics who are teaching tourism and hotel/hospitality management
  • Senior industry executives
  • Senior staff in national, state and local tourism organisations
  • Senior staff in non-governmental tourism organisations and industry trade organisations.
Characteristics

This is a self-financed credit-based programme offered in a mixed study mode, with the option to study full-time or part-time. The subjects are designed to accommodate the learning needs of mature and experienced industry leaders and educators who already hold a Master of Science degree in Hotel and Tourism Management or an equivalent qualification. 

The programme’s learning and teaching methods are participant-centred, with an emphasis on experiential exercises, seminars and self-guided study. Each subject is designed to nurture innovation, creativity and research skills in the dynamic field of hotel and tourism management, all within the unique Asian context.

Admission requirements

6.5+
92+
  • An MSc in Hotel and Tourism Management or an equivalent qualification
PLUS

  • A minimum of 1 year of full-time teaching experience in tourism and/or hotel management at a recognised post-secondary institution plus at least 1 year of work experience at a supervisory or managerial level in the hotel, tourism or related industries
OR

  • Substantial and relevant work experience (of normally not less than 3* years at a supervisory or managerial level in the hotel, tourism or related industries)
OR

  • At least 3* years of teaching experience in tourism and/or hotel management
Unless an applicant is a native speaker of English or his/her Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent qualification is awarded by an institution where the medium of instruction is English, s/he is required to meet one of the following requirements:

  • a score of 92 or above in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet-based test,
  • an overall band score of at least 6.5 or above in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Module. 
Remarks: TOEFL iBT Home Edition, the IELTS Online and IELTS indicator test results will not be considered for meeting the English language Requirements for taught programmes. Individual cases will be considered on their own merit by the department. Applicants may be required to attend interviews or tests to further demonstrate their language proficiency.

All applicants should also submit the following documents together with a completed online application form:

  • A self-recommendation letter that includes a self-introduction and covers career aspirations and reasons for pursuing study in the programme (400 words or less);
  • A Master’s degree graduation certificate (see notes below);
  • Copies of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended (see notes below);
  • Proof of past and current employment records;
  • One letter of recommendation from either the applicant’s employer or university.
3 Years
Sep
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

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International Students

72,923 USD
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More programs from the university

The SHTM’s Bachelor of Science (Hons) Scheme in Hotel and Tourism Management is multi-disciplinary and equips students with the professional knowledge and skills for a broad range of complex, managerial and specialised work activities in the hotel and tourism industry. The BSc programme has three specialisms: Hotel Management, Smart Tourism and Hospitality, and Event and Experience Management and two secondary majors: Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics, and Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Students of the School not only enjoy diverse opportunities for international exposure and practical experience in their chosen professions, they are also recognised throughout the world for the calibre of their learning. The School’s International Student Exchange Programme enables them to live and learn in another culture and country, while the various Industry Placement opportunities let them gain knowledge and practical experience from some of the best names in the hospitality industry around the world. Study Tours are also available to SHTM students which allow them to experience different styles of hospitality first-hand in exciting locations. The opportunity of learning and working at Hotel ICON, the School’s unlike-any-other teaching and research hotel, makes it all the more exciting.

- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Scheme in Hotel and Tourism Management

Come explore your future with SHTM!

The hotel and tourism sectors are in a profound period of change. Industry professionals now more than ever before have to lead and manage many situations. Of crucial importance are the skills required to identify and capitalise on opportunities and to respond effectively to challenges.

 

The SHTM is a world-leading educational institution that provides an international and dynamic learning environment where students can fully realise their potential and have their talents recognised. The doctoral and Master’s programmes offered at the SHTM are certainly an ideal stepping stone to the top tiers of the hospitality and tourism profession.

 

The SHTM offer a wide range of postgraduate programmes to those who strive to extend the frontiers of their knowledge and advance their careers. The School’s exceptional programmes are:

 

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

- Doctor of Hotel and Tourism Management (D.HTM)

- Master of Science (MSc) in Global Hospitality Business

- MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Hospitality

- MSc in International Hospitality Management

- MSc in International Tourism and Convention Management

- MSc in International Wine Management

- MSc in Luxury Experiences Management

- MicroMasters in International Hospitality Management (Online programme on edX)

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