Report benchmarks representation of women, Black leaders in hotel industry
Benchmarking the representation of women and Black leaders in the hotel industry, the School of Hospitality Management has released the 2025 Representation in Hotel Leadership research report.
Spring semester applications are open for Wines of the World course
Open to the public, this non-credit course highlights viticulture and the sensory evaluation of wine with emphasis on Old World and New World traditions, food pairing, and trends in the wine business.
Earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years
The Integrated Undergraduate/Graduate (IUG) degree track combines the B.S. in Hospitality Management with the Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Hospitality Management, allowing students to earn both degrees in five years.
School of Hospitality Management
Mastering the Service Experience — Across an Exciting Array of Industries
The School of Hospitality Management, one of the longest-running hospitality programs in the nation, expands student knowledge through experiential learning and research to meet the needs of an ever-changing industry through inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.
Start your Undergraduate Journey
Start your Undergraduate Journey
Explore this versatile degree designed for students who have an interest in pursuing a vast spectrum of far-reaching service-oriented careers.
Learn about the undergraduate program
Explore our World-class Graduate Program
Explore our World-class Graduate Program
Discover the advanced degree programs that rigorously prepare top-tier professionals for a wide array of careers.
Learn about the graduate program
Discover Hospitality Management Research
Discover Hospitality Management Research
Learn how SHM research delves deeper into the far-reaching impact of food decisions, real estate strategy, services research, food innovation, and more.
Learn about our research
Engage with Alumni
Engage with Alumni
SHM alumni have infinite ways to connect with fellow alumni, share experiences and expertise with current students, and stay active with SHM throughout their professional career.
Learn how to get involved
The first-ever graduate of the Penn State School of Hospitality Management Master of Professional Studies program, Juliana Pagan was honored at the school’s annual Alumni Awards ceremony. Pagan received the Emerging Professionals-Graduate award, which honors those who demonstrate consistent career progression and leadership in their job in the hospitality industry — something she credits to her master’s degree.
