Education that Drives
Experience
At the School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management, our experience-driven education goes beyond the classroom into the city of Philadelphia and the world innovating the industry and moving it forward.
Moving education innovation forward
Established in 1998, The School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management (STHM) has a distinguished tradition preparing leaders in the sport, recreation, tourism and hospitality industries. Our innovative approach to learning combined with our location in the heart of Philadelphia fosters transformational education experiences.
Real-World Impact
Connected to Industry
Personalized Approach
Your Work Experience Starts Here
A degree from STHM unlocks a world of endless possibility. Enhance the game-day experience with a career in sports management or curate a one-of-a-kind experience in a restaurant or hotel. See where your career can take you.
Sport & Recreation Management
The sport and recreation industry is one of the largest in the United States — accounting for more than $60 billion in spending a year.
Take the next step toward your rewarding future in sport management:
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"It goes beyond basketball . . . It's all about the fan experience and being great community ambassadors. Every day, we strive to come up with memorable and unique experiences for our fans."
Take the next step toward your rewarding future in sport management:
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Hospitality and tourism is the world's largest and fastest-growing industry — hitting close to $1.6 trillion in bookings in 2017.
Take the next step toward your rewarding future in sport management:
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"As this industry evolves, people are paying for experiences not things. Trying to figure out how we work ourselves into the way people are thinking about travel is how we stay one step ahead of the game."
Innovate guest experiences in this exciting, creative industry:
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Experience the STHM Difference.
Learn alongside a diverse student body and connect with industry leaders and professionals
around the historic city of Philadelphia and the world.
campus in 2016-2017
Robust Philadelphia Industry
Education Beyond the Classroom
Through our curriculum, you'll experience Philadelphia: a thriving city for sport, hospitality and tourism.
What's Happening At STHM
Online via Zoom
During this interactive session, Professor Chris Cleaver will discuss event risk and crisis management.
Online via Zoom
During this interactive session, Professor George Diemer will discuss gambling in sports.
