The hotel administration program at Cornell was founded in 1922, making it the world's oldest such program. It is the only business management program at an Ivy League college focusing on hospitality. Cornell's program offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees.
Cornell University
School of Hotel Administration
Ithaca, NY 14853-6902
607-255-9393
hotelschool.cornell.edu
Hong Kong Polytechnic University provides the world's second-ranked program in hospitality administration, according to a 2009 study conducted by the Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Research. Degrees offered include Bachelor of Arts in Hotel and Catering Management and Doctor of Hotel and Tourism Management.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong
852-2766-5111
hotelschool.shtm.polyu.edu.hk
Michigan State University's School of Hospitality Business, founded in 1927, offers internships in many different countries. Students come from all over the world, and scholarships are available to offset the costs of tuition. The school offers bachelor of arts degrees and four graduate programs, including a Master of Science in Hospitality Business Management.
The School of Hospitality Business
232 Eppley Center
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48824
517-353-9211
bus.msu.edu/shb
The William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, offers bachelor's and graduate degrees in specialized areas of hospitality administration. These include a Master of Science in Hotel Administration and Doctor of Philosophy in Hotel Administration.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration
Box 456013
4505 Maryland Parkway
Las Vegas, NV 89154-6013
702-895-3161
hotel.unlv.edu
The Pennsylvania State School of Hospitality Management offers undergraduate and graduate degrees as well as international programs. Undergraduate degrees offered are a Bachelor of Science in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management, an Associate of Science in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management and professional certificates in the field. Master's and doctoral degrees are also offered.
College of Health and Human Development
The Pennsylvania State University
201 Henderson Building
University Park, PA 16802-6501
814-865-1428
hhdev.psu.edu
Virginia Polytechnic and State University's Pamplin College of Business is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration and the American Association of Collegiate Schools of Business. Two field studies, much like internships, are required for the undergraduate program, and the annual Business Horizons Career Fair aids in job placement for recent graduates.
The Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management
362 Wallace Hall (0429)
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg, VA 24061
540-231-5515
htm.pamplin.vt.edu
The Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) program at Purdue requires, among other things, a 400 hour internship to complete an undergraduate degree. Students can also earn master's and doctoral degrees. All students and alumni have access to the HTM Career Center for assistance with job placement.
Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management
700 W. State Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2059
765-494-4643
cfs.purdue.edu
The University of Surrey offers specialized degrees in international hospitality as well as more traditional programs. Undergraduate degrees include a Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality and Tourism Management and a Master of Science in International Hotel Management.
Hospitality and Food Management Group
University of Surrey
Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XH, United Kingdom
44-01483-300-800
surrey.ac.uk/management
The Rosen College of Hospitality Management at the University of Central Florida is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration. Bachelor's degrees are available in hospitality management, restaurant and food service management and event management. Graduate degrees in hospitality and tourism management and hospitality education are also available.
Rosen College of Hospitality Management
9907 Universal Blvd
Orlando, Florida 32819
407-903-8000
hospitality.ucf.edu
Griffith University's undergraduate program is conducted in partnership with the Southbank Institute of Technology. Students take classes at both schools to complete a bachelor's degree.
Nathan Student Centre
Griffith University
N54 Bray Centre
170 Kessels Road
Nathan Qld 4111
Australia
61-1-800-154-055
griffith.edu.au/