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The Department of Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management offers a program leading to a Master of Science in Hospitality Information Management. The goal of the program is first to develop students for successful careers as corporate hospitality information managers, consultants, and hospitality technology systems implementation professionals, and second to offer high-quality, professional-level instruction for current hospitality managers seeking to further their education by applying technology solutions in operational settings. It is also designed to provide students interested in future doctoral work in hospitality and tourism management a sound foundation toward that goal.
Our Master of Science in Hospitality Information Management offers an innovative program that weaves the threads of technology and hospitality together creating a new e-hospitality fabric. Offering both a thesis and non-thesis option students can individualize their education to meet their needs. A core of 36 credit hours insures that students have the necessary knowledge base to succeed. Course work includes 15 credits specific to technology, 12 credits focused on hospitality management issues, 3 credits of research design and methodology, and a thesis or industry project.
The graduate faculty possess diverse academic backgrounds ranging from hospitality information technology, strategic management, financial management, operations management, and technology in education. Their academic background, current research streams combined with previous industry experience creates a stimulating learning environment.
Welcome to the graduate program in the Department of Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management at the University of Delaware.
 Robert R. Nelson, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Chair
Francis A. Kwansa, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Associate Chair and Graduate Program Director
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