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PhD in Tourism and Hospitality for Working Professionals

The PhD in Tourism and Hospitality for Working Professionals is an executive doctoral program for busy professionals. It is the highest qualification offered as a Part-Time PhD in Tourism and Hospitality. The program is offered in hybrid or blended mode with a duration of 5 to 8 years. This can be challenging for business professionals to manage their time efficiently. However, they enroll for an Online DBA Doctorate in Tourism and hospitality, which is offered in 100% online mode by globally recognized foreign universities. This online doctorate is an equally valid degree that can be completed within 3 years.
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PhD for Working Professionals in Tourism and Hospitality Course Subjects/Syllabus

The curriculum structure of the PhD in Tourism and Hospitality for Working Professionals in part-time mode is based on theoretical and academic research. However, the online version of this specialization through Online DBA offers a practical and business-oriented curriculum. The curriculum of this online doctorate stretches for 3 years with an emphasis on applied research. To give an overview, here is a detailed curriculum of the program-

Semester 1

Semester 2 

Semester 3

Semester 4

Semester 5

Semester 6

  • Research Methods
  • Qualitative Methods & Techniques
  • Quantitative Methods & Techniques
  • Research Tools
  • The Research Proposal

Data Collection and Analysis

Doctoral Thesis (Dissertation)

  • Study Section (Modules)
  • Study Section (Thesis)

30 ECTS / 5 modules at 6 ECTS Each

150 ECTS - The thesis contributes around 85% to the overall result of the doctoral studies.

PhD in Tourism and Hospitality for Working Professionals
(Duration Wise Details)

Within 1st Month

Within 2nd - 7th Month

  • Invitation to Enrollment for the DCS Program.
  • DCS Program Entrance Test.
  • Personal Interview by the Department Research Committee (DRC) of the entrance test qualified candidates.
  • Selection For Course Work.
  • Fee Submission For Course Work.
  • Beginning of Course Work and Allocation of Supervisor / Research Faculty.

Within 8th - 10th Month

Within 10th - 12th Month

  • Synopsis Submission in five copies.
  • RDC (Research Department Committee) work starts.
  • Fee Submission after the 3 months of RDC.
  • 5-6 monthly progress reports submission duly signed by supervisor electronically.

Within 13th - 33th Month

Within 34th - 36th Month

  • Fee Submission after the 6 months of RDC.
  • 6 monthly progress reports submission duly signed by the supervisor electronically.
  • Pre Submission Defence Committee (PSDC)
  • Thesis Submission in five copies duly signed by the supervisor.
  • Final Viva-voice (after receiving reports from External Examiners).
  • Award of Doctorate.

Note- The syllabus provided above is just for reference. Please visit the official website of the university to check the updated syllabus. 

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Yes, with global recognition and accreditation, PhD in Tourism and Hospitality for Working Professionals is a valid degree across the world.

Part-Time PhD in Tourism and Hospitality Management is offered in blended learning mode.

No, due to restrictions imposed by the University Grants Commission(UGC), You cannot PhD in Tourism and Hospitality for Working Professionals in online mode. However, you can pursue this specialization in fully online mode through an Online DBA Doctorate.

PhD in Tourism and Hospitality for Working Professionals in part-time mode comes with a duration of 5 to 8 years. This duration can act as an obstacle to fast-track career growth. By pursuing a doctoral degree in Tourism and Hospitality through an Online DBA Doctorate, you can earn a “Dr” title within 3 years only. The flexibility provided in this online doctorate makes your journey smooth. 

Busy professionals looking for admission to PhD in Tourism and Hospitality for Working Professionals in part-time mode should fulfill all these eligibility requirements- 

  • Have a master’s degree in Hospitality Management, Tourism Management, or Hotel Administration from a UGC-recognized university/institution. 
  • At least 55% to 60% marks in master’s degree. 
  • Passed in entrance test either national level or university specific. 
  • Depending on the university, work experience of 5 to 10 years. 
  • Permission from the current employer through NOC. 

To pursue PhD in Tourism and Hospitality for Working Professionals one must have a strong financial background as the fee structure of this part-time PhD ranges from INR 80,000 to INR 1,00,000 per year. Provided that the program takes 5 to 8 years to complete, this will become a huge amount. Moreover, the traveling expenses, food, and accommodation due to blended mode make it more expensive.

However, the Tourism and Hospitality specialization through an Online DBA Doctorate can be completed within the fee structure of INR 5,50,000 to INR 10,00,000 for the full course. No additional expenditure is required to be made as the program can be completed remotely. 

Since PhD in Tourism and Hospitality for Working Professionals is offered in part-time mode, there are no EMI and Educational facilities provided. However, these facilities are available if you pursue a Tourism and Hospitality specialization through an Online DBA Doctorate. You can pay your course fees in easy installments.

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