Overview

The Hospitality Doctoral Program at University Putra Malaysia (UPM) is a gateway to excellence in the field of hospitality. Tailored to meet the demands of a thriving industry, this program seamlessly integrates economic principles with the intricacies of hospitality management. Students delve into a comprehensive curriculum covering hospitality economics, service management, sustainable practices, and the impact of global trends on the industry. Engage with distinguished faculty members who bring a wealth of experience and participate in cutting-edge research that contributes to shaping the future of hospitality. UPM's commitment to a global perspective ensures graduates are well-prepared to navigate the complexities of the dynamic hospitality sector.

Key Features

Comprehensive Curriculum: Integration of economic principles with hospitality management.
Sustainable Practices: Emphasis on environmentally and socially responsible hospitality practices.
Global Perspective: Exposure to international trends and challenges in the hospitality industry.
Research Opportunities: Engage in cutting-edge research contributing to the advancement of hospitality studies.
Industry Collaboration: Connect with professionals and industry leaders for practical insights.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Hospitality Economics
Service Management
Sustainable Hospitality
Hotel and Restaurant Management
Tourism and Hospitality Marketing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-10-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bandar Labuan, Malaysia

Disciplines

Hospitality Management View 5 other PhDs in Hospitality Management in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Master's Degree by research in a field related to the Ph.D. program applied for; or
Master's Degree by coursework in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.000; or
Bachelor's Degree in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.75 or equivalent to a First Class Bachelor's Degree.

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12074 MYR / year

≈ 12074 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5374 MYR / year

≈ 5374 MYR / year

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Scholarships Information

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