Doctor of Philosophy in Tourism and Hospitality Management by Research (PhD in THM by Research) prepares individuals for teaching and research-based careers in academia or as industry practitioners and field consultants in hospitality and tourism enterprises. It provides an opportunity to engage in innovative leadership, research and value formation that furthers society’s understanding of the unique industry characteristics.

PhD in THM by Research, the first of its kind for a hotel school in the Philippines, will have a total of thirty-six (36) dissertation units which consists of twelve (12) units of dissertation writing per academic year for three (3) years. Students will be able to complete the program in three (3) years or nine (9) terms. The PhD by Research program is in accordance with the capabilities and needs of students from both the academe and the industry.