For Hotelies, life is service.
The School of Hotel Administration at Cornell University provides the most relevant, groundbreaking hospitality business education in the world.
What does it mean to be a Hotelie?
The School of Hotel Administration, also known as SHA, embodies the meaning of hospitality: making a difference in others’ lives. It’s about leadership, passion, and emotional intelligence. It’s knowing that hospitality is everywhere.
SHA, as part of the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, is the world’s hub for teaching, researching, and facilitating connections through the business of hospitality. Hotelies are consistently earning their place among the industry’s history books, and our dedicated alumni know this well. Wherever you are across the globe, you’ll find a Hotelie. We’re proud to be the first—and the best—School of Hotel Administration.
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Academic Programs
Building purposeful, authentic, vibrant leaders in hospitality
Each of our undergraduate students, graduate students, and executive education participants have one thing in common: a passion for hospitality.
SHA’s deep industry connections bring learners face-to-face with successful entrepreneurs, high-level executives, global thought leaders, and seasoned alumni. You’ll find an experience, and a network, like no other.
BS in Hotel Administration
Gain a foundation in business principles and apply them to the hospitality industry with core courses, electives, concentrations, and 800 hours of required practice credit.
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Master of Management in Hospitality
For career switchers, career enhancers, entrepreneurs, and those with a family business background, the MMH program includes core courses and custom electives.
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MPS in Real Estate
The Baker Program in Real Estate, offered in partnership with Cornell’s College of Architecture, Art, and Planning, will prepare you for career success with concentrations, an internship, and global treks.
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MS or PhD
The MS and PhD programs are highly competitive, research-focused degrees that are best suited for students pursuing careers in hospitality academia and research.
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In-Person Executive Education
For hospitality executives and general managers, SHA’s on-campus executive programs are interactive, taught by SHA faculty, and offer incredible networking opportunities.
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Online Executive Education
A wide range of online courses and certificate programs give hospitality professionals access to SHA’s experienced faculty from anywhere in the world.
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Whether you’re working in a restaurant or a hotel, in real estate or in finance, hospitality is about creating an emotional connection with every guest or customer that they will always remember.