PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Convention and Events Management

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

This Research degree covers:

• Convention and Exhibition Management
• Convention Industry Management; Service Strategies and Education
• Convention Tourism

Introduction

Ranked among the top three in the world, the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) is best placed to provide international education to meet the specific demands of a truly global industry.

More than 2,100 students are enrolled in the SHTM, supported by 70 academics from 21 countries and regions. Our internationally renowned faculty creates a multicultural environment in which students benefit from a range of innovative teaching and learning techniques.

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 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree. 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 PhD graduates are now serving as faculty members in universities worldwide.

Research students work on projects under the supervision of experienced faculty members and take advanced subjects in preparation for a major piece of research in a focused area of hospitality and tourism.

With an international and multicultural environment, friendly staff and valuable opportunities for peer relationships, the SHTM prepares students for leadership positions in their chosen careers.

Course Structure:

Three years (for students admitted on the basis of a Master's degree with a significant research component);
Four years (for students admitted on the basis of a Master's degree or a Bachelor's degree).