• Ph.D. Programme in Hospitality and Tourism Program

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About the
Ph.D. Program

The UGC defines the Ph.D. program as a rigorous and research-intensive academic pursuit that aims to produce scholars who contribute significantly to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields. The program requires original research work, leading to the submission of a thesis or dissertation.

Ph.D. in Hospitality and Tourism Program prepares students for careers in research and teaching of business management in the hospitality and tourism industries. Topics that may be covered include contemporary issues in travel and tourism, financial economics, international business management, organizational theory, database management systems, telecommunication and networking, systems analysis and design, and consumer behaviour. This helps in the development of skills such as critical thinking, intensive research, data collection, and scholarly writing while pursuing scholarship.

Eligibility

The eligibility criteria for a Ph.D. program at D Y Patil University, as per UGC guidelines, typically include:

 

  • A Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field from a recognized university.
  • A minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade in the qualifying examination (relaxation of 5% for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/differently-abled candidates).
  • Qualifying in a national-level eligibility test such as UGC NET (including JRF)/CSIR NET/GATE or any other equivalent examination conducted by central agencies.
  • D Y Patil University Navi Mumbai is conducting the Ph.D. entrance examination twice a year.

Duration

As per UGC guidelines, the minimum and maximum duration for completion of a Ph.D. program are as follows:

Minimum duration: 3 years for full-time candidates and 4 years for part-time candidates.
Maximum duration: 6 years for full-time candidates and 7 years for part-time candidates. Extensions beyond the maximum period may be granted under certain exceptional circumstances, subject to university regulations.

Who should opt for the
Program

The Ph.D. program is intended for individuals who demonstrate:

 

  • A strong academic background and research aptitude.
  • Passion and commitment towards conducting independent research.
  • Aspirations for a career in academia, research, industry, or other specialized fields where in-depth knowledge and expertise are essential.
  • Ability to critically analyze and contribute to the existing body of knowledge in their chosen field.
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Prospectus and PET Application Form

Link for filling PET  Application Form:
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Syllabus

Subjects

Year 1
• Coursework • Statistics • Quantitative Techniques – Hospitality, Travel and Tourism • Research Methods • Economic Trends in Hospitality • International Hospitality • Leadership Principle in Hospitality Management • Qualifying exam
Year 2
• Coursework • Hospitality Marketing and Promotion • Marketing and Research Methods • Tourism Management • Advances in Hospitality Operations and Management • Comprehensive Examination in Hospitality • Synopsis Submission
Year 3
• Additional coursework as needed; • Development of dissertation proposal • Thesis Submission

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Collaboration

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Infrastructure

With over 75 programs in Health and Allied sciences, Business
management, Sports, Biotechnology and Bioinformatics and
Hospitality & Tourism studies, DYPU is today recognised as one of the finest institutions in the field of education, healthcare and sports.

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Placements

At DY Patil, we have dedicated and efficient the Career Service Departments/Placement cells for all of its constituent colleges that provide customized placement opportunities to its students as per their individual skill sets, capabilities and knowledge.

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