Graduate School of Business Administration, Technology & Management
Ph.D. Hospitality & Tourism Management
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Degree
Ph.D.
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Research + Coursework
Campus
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About this programme
Advance Hospitality & Tourism Through Doctoral Research
The ABAC Ph.D. in Hospitality and Tourism Management (Ph.D. HTM) is the first international tourism Ph.D. program in Thailand and continues to be the pre-eminent program, with small class sizes and students from across ASEAN. The program is delivered entirely in English by international faculty members, all of whom have a wealth of experience in the tourism and hospitality sectors. The Ph.D. HTM program is delivered through a series of seven modules arranged in a combination of conventional lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops, and out-of-class activity-based learning experiences. With one intake per year, registration can be made at any time with the program commencing in September each year. After completing the seven theory modules in their first year, students are assigned an individual supervisor who is a renowned researcher in the student's research area. Students may elect to complete their dissertation in one to four years.
Key features
Why this programme
First in Thailand
The first international tourism Ph.D. program in Thailand, and continues to be the pre-eminent program in the field.
Small Class Sizes
Intimate learning environment with students from across ASEAN, fostering close collaboration and personalized attention.
International Faculty
Delivered entirely in English by international faculty members with a wealth of experience in tourism and hospitality sectors.
7-Module Structure
Lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops, and activity-based learning across seven comprehensive theory modules in the first year.
Renowned Supervisors
After completing theory modules, each student is assigned a renowned researcher as their individual dissertation supervisor.
Ofqual Recognized
Approved to offer the Level 7 Executive Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management, recognized and regulated by Ofqual, England.
What you’ll study
Areas of focus
Build specialist depth while connecting your learning to current professional and research questions.
Hospitality Management & Service Excellence
Hotel operations, resort management, service quality, guest experience design, and revenue optimization strategies.
Tourism Development & Destination Marketing
Sustainable tourism, destination branding, cultural tourism, MICE industry, and tourism policy analysis.
Research Methods & Data Analytics
Advanced quantitative and qualitative research design, statistical analysis, and hospitality industry data analytics.
Programme details
Admission and requirements
Admission Requirements
- Master's degree in Hospitality, Tourism, Business, or related field
- Minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale
- Hospitality or tourism industry experience preferred
- Research proposal in hospitality/tourism domain
- Two letters of recommendation
- Interview with doctoral committee
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Official transcripts — Bachelor's & Master's (1 copy each)
- Degree certificates (1 copy each)
- Citizen Identification Card and Residence Registration (1 copy) — for Thai applicants
- Passport (1 copy) — for non-Thai applicants
- CV / Resume with industry experience
- Research proposal
- Two letters of recommendation
AU-EPT Exemption
- The AU English Proficiency Test can be exempted if the applicant satisfies one of the following conditions:
- TOEFL score of at least 80 (iBT) or 550 (PBT), or IELTS (Academic) score of at least 6.5 (scores valid for 2 years)
- A bachelor's degree or higher from a native English-speaking country (e.g., USA, Canada, UK, Australia, or New Zealand)
Schedule
- Campus
- Huamak, Ramkhamhaeng 24 Rd.
- Format
- Day / Evening
Year 1: 7 Theory Modules Dissertation: 1 – 4 Years after coursework
Tuition and planning
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Tuition, scholarship, and instalment details can change by intake and applicant status. Ask the Graduate School for the current official fee sheet for this programme.