PhD in Hotel Management

A Ph.D. in Hotel Management is a doctoral research program that focuses on hospitality operations, tourism development, customer behavior, and sustainable management practices. It enables scholars to explore both theoretical and practical aspects of the hospitality industry while developing advanced managerial and analytical skills.

The program involves in-depth study in areas such as service quality, event management, culinary innovation, travel economics, and hotel technology systems. Scholars conduct independent research aimed at improving global hospitality standards and addressing the dynamic needs of tourism markets.

Eligibility: Applicants must hold a Master’s degree (MHM, MBA in Tourism/Hotel Management, or equivalent) with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for reserved categories).

Admission is based on UGC-NET or university-level entrance tests, followed by a research proposal presentation and interview. Applicants are expected to submit a synopsis on topics such as service excellence, sustainable tourism, or digital transformation in hospitality.

Future Scope: A Ph.D. in Hotel Management opens global opportunities in academics, research, tourism policy, and hospitality consultancy. Graduates can become professors, researchers, hospitality strategists, or tourism analysts.

They may work with top hotel chains, travel agencies, and government tourism boards. Internationally, Ph.D. holders are recruited by universities and hospitality research organizations for policy development and innovation projects.

The hospitality industry’s constant evolution—driven by technology, sustainability, and customer experience—ensures long-term demand for research-oriented experts in hotel management.

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