Overview
This is a self-financed credit-based programme offered in a mixed study mode, with the option of full-time or part-time modes. 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.
Education
Learning and teaching methods are participant centred, with a significant emphasis on experiential exercises, seminars and self-guided study. Individual subjects are designed to focus on innovation, creativity and developing research skills in the dynamic hotel and tourism management sector, all within the unique Asian context.
The Doctor of Hotel and Tourism Management (D.HTM) programme is offered by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Residential Workshop
- Theories and Concepts in Tourism
- Environmental Analysis and Strategies in Hotel and Tourism Management
- Asian Paradigm in Hospitality Management
- Quantitative Research Methods for Hotel and Tourism Management
- Qualitative Research Methods for Hotel and Tourism Management
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Hospitality Management Tourism & LeisureAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
To be considered for this programme, applicants must possess an MSc in Hotel and Tourism Management or equivalent. In addition, they must also meet one of the following requirements:
- A minimum of one year of full-time teaching experience in tourism and/or hotel management at a recognised post-secondary institution plus at least one year of work experience at the supervisory or managerial level in the hotel, tourism, or related industries; or
- Substantial and relevant work experience (normally of not less than three years at the supervisory or managerial level) in the hotel, tourism, or related industries; or
- At least three years of teaching experience in tourism and/or hotel management.
Tuition Fee
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International
180350 HKD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 541050 HKD for the full programme during 36 months. -
National
180350 HKD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 541050 HKD for the full programme during 36 months.
Living costs for Hong Kong
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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