Graduate Programs
Elevate Your Future in Hospitality Leadership
Advance your career with graduate programs that blend academic excellence, global perspective, and hands‑on industry relevance. At Hilton College, you’ll join one of the world’s leading hospitality institutions—where innovation, research, and real‑world application come together to prepare the next generation of industry leaders.
Our graduate degrees are built to give you a competitive advantage, whether you’re pursuing executive leadership, specialized expertise, or a future in academia. With flexible formats, international opportunities, and direct connections to industry partners, you’ll gain the skills and insight to shape the future of hospitality.
Dual Degree Programs
- Partnership with UH C.T. Bauer College of Business
- Earn both an MS in Hospitality Management and an MBA in three years
- 63 semester hours required
- Separate admissions required for both programs
- BS/MS Accelerated Plan
- Complete both degrees in five years
- Start MS coursework in your senior year (12 credits applied)
- Finish the MS in one additional year
Masters Programs
Master of Science (M.S.) in Strategic Hospitality Leadership
- Core courses: business, management, research
- Specializations in marketing, food & beverage, and revenue management
- 30 credit hours (professional track) & 36 credit hours (research track)
Master of Science (M.S.) in Global Hospitality Business
- Joint degree with Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne and Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- Study across three continents (Switzerland, Hong Kong, Houston)
- Includes capstone project, business field trips, and three professional certifications
Executive Master of Hospitality Management (Online Program)
- 100% online, designed for working professionals
- One-year accelerated program (30 credit hours)
- Courses are five weeks each with breaks in between
Doctoral Programs
Doctorate in Global Hospitality Leadership (Online Program)
- 100% online, designed for executives, professionals, and educators
- Focus on applied research, consulting, and leadership
- Flexible delivery for global accessibility
Ph.D. in Hospitality Administration
- Research-intensive program for future professors and researchers
- Emphasis on theory, research development, grantsmanship, and academic leadership
Certificate Programs
- Hospitality Decision Making & Analytics
- Foundation in hospitality analytics, economics, and cultural forces
- Prepares students for careers in data-driven hospitality management
- Credits may apply toward a future MS degree