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Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Education
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Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Education

1096-3758

Published by: Taylor & Francis

https://www.tandfonline.com/toc/uhat20/current

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Business and Management 460 12 20 6

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 18
Documents by Best Scientists*: 25
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 3
SCIMAGO H-index: 35
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.591
Impact Factor: 2

Overview

Top Research Topics at The Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Education?

The journal focuses on Hospitality, Pedagogy, Hospitality management studies, Marketing and Tourism. The journal explores topics in Hospitality which can be helpful for research in disciplines like Perception, Curriculum, Higher education, Hospitality industry and Public relations. The Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Education connects research in Public relations with the related topic of Internship.

The Pedagogy study presented in it encompasses related topics like Experiential learning and also examines its connection to subjects such as Class (computer programming). Many of the studies tackled connect Hospitality management studies with a similar field of study like Management. The Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Education focused on Marketing research but expanded to cover Advertising.

  • Hospitality (97.46%)
  • Pedagogy (30.25%)
  • Hospitality management studies (27.44%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Essential Hospitality Management Competencies: The Importance of Soft Skills (102 citations)
  • Future of Hotel Education: Required Skills and Knowledge for Graduates of U.S. Hospitality Programs Beyond the Year 2000 - Part One (92 citations)
  • Revisiting Competencies for Hospitality Management: Contemporary Views of the Stakeholders (91 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at The Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Education:

The most cited papers investigate studies in Hospitality, Hospitality management studies, Pedagogy, Public relations and Curriculum. The Hospitality study featured in the most cited papers falls within the wider field of Tourism. In addition to Pedagogy research, the most cited publications aim to explore topics under Variety (cybernetics) and Graduation.

What topics the last edition of the journal is best known for?

  • Law
  • Management
  • Social science

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

Hospitality, Tourism, Public relations, Perception and Marketing are among the topics commonly tackled in the journal. The concepts on Hospitality presented in it can also apply to other research fields, including Internship, Higher education, Hospitality industry and Hospitality management studies. While The Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Education focused on Tourism, it was also able to explore topics like Employability, Pedagogy, Learning experience, Knowledge management and Erasmus Programme.

The journal explores research in Pedagogy alongside concepts in Bridge (interpersonal) and other areas of study in Experiential learning. While work presented in The Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Education provided substantial information on Public relations, it also covered topics in Social relation, Attendance, Professional development and Creativity. The journal addresses concerns in Marketing which are intertwined with other disciplines, such as Game based learning and Conceptual framework.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Internship Work-related Stress: A Comparative Study between Hospitality and Marketing Students (9 citations)
  • Hospitality Students’ Acquisition of Knowledge and Skills through a Virtual Field Trip Experience (7 citations)
  • Emotional Intelligence as a Predictor of Academic Performance in Hospitality Higher Education (5 citations)

Papers citation over time

A key indicator for each journal is its effectiveness in reaching other researchers with the papers published at that venue.

The chart below presents the interquartile range (first quartile 25%, median 50% and third quartile 75%) of the number of citations of articles over time.

The top authors publishing in The Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Education (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Linda Shea (31 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Cynthia S. Deale (24 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 3 more than at the previous edition,
  • Chris Roberts (21 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Robert H. Woods (20 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Cynthia S. O'halloran (11 papers) absent at the last edition.

The overall trend for top authors publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top authors.

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in The Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Education (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Hong Kong Polytechnic University (31 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 2 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of Nevada, Las Vegas (29 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition,
  • East Carolina University (24 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 3 more than at the previous edition,
  • Purdue University (22 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Michigan State University (17 papers) absent at the last edition.

The overall trend for top affiliations publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top affiliations.

Publication chance based on affiliation

The publication chance index shows the ratio of articles published by the best research institutions in the journal edition to all articles published within that journal. The best research institutions were selected based on the largest number of articles published during all editions of the journal.

The chart below presents the percentage ratio of articles from top institutions (based on their ranking of total papers).Top affiliations were grouped by their rank into the following tiers: top 1-10, top 11-20, top 21-50, and top 51+. Only articles with a recognized affiliation are considered.

During the most recent 2021 edition, 3.77% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 31.37% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 11.76% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 23.53% of all publications and 33.33% were from other institutions.

Returning Authors Index

A very common phenomenon observed among researchers publishing scientific articles is the intentional selection of journals they have already attended in the past. In particular, it is worth analyzing the case when the authors participate in the same journal from year to year.

The Returning Authors Index presented below illustrates the ratio of authors who participated in both a given as well as the previous edition of the journal in relation to all participants in a given year.

Returning Institution Index

The graph below shows the Returning Institution Index, illustrating the ratio of institutions that participated in both a given and the previous edition of the conference in relation to all affiliations present in a given year.

The experience to innovation index

Our experience to innovation index was created to show a cross-section of the experience level of authors publishing in a journal. The index includes the authors publishing at the last edition of a journal, grouped by total number of publications throughout their academic career (P) and the total number of citations of these publications ever received (C).

The group intervals were selected empirically to best show the diversity of the authors' experiences, their labels were selected as a convenience, not as judgment. The authors were divided into the following groups:

  • Novice - P < 5 or C < 25 (the number of publications less than 5 or the number of citations less than 25),
  • Competent - P < 10 or C < 100 (the number of publications less than 10 or the number of citations less than 100),
  • Experienced - P < 25 or C < 625 (the number of publications less than 25 or the number of citations less than 625),
  • Master - P < 50 or C < 2500 (the number of publications less than 50 or the number of citations less than 2500),
  • Star - P ≥ 50 and C ≥ 2500 (both the number of publications greater than 50 and the number of citations greater than 2500).

The chart below illustrates experience levels of first authors in cases of publications with multiple authors.

Career prospects in Hospitality and Tourism Education

As diverse and rewarding as the fields of hospitality and tourism education are, it's also worth noting the career prospects and remuneration they offer. Professionals in these fields come from various academic backgrounds, including but not limited to, degree programs in business schools, specialized hospitality, and tourism institutes. Their salaries can vary greatly depending on location, job role, and level of experience.

For instance, the role of an urban planner is vital in the hospitality and tourism sectors. These professionals are responsible for developing strategic plans for using land in cities, towns, and communities. Their planning often overlaps with the hospitality and tourism sectors, primarily if their work revolves around planning for tourist attractions, accommodation facilities, and transport services.

Within California, the expected salary for urban planners is attractive. Those interested in pursuing this career can find relevant degree programs in some of the best business schools in California.

However, aside from urban planning, there are numerous other career paths within the realm of hospitality and tourism. Management positions within hotels, resorts, and restaurant chains; roles in marketing and public relations within hospitality businesses; academic and research roles; and much more. Each of these careers comes with its own unique blend of challenges and rewards, as well as potential for advancement and development.

Understanding the diverse research topics covered in The Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Education can be incredibly beneficial in forging a successful career in these sectors, no matter what your specific interests and skills might be. This compilation of research can provide invaluable insights into the most pertinent topics and current trends within the field, thereby informing and enhancing your professional endeavors.

Top Publications

  • Four Decades (1980-2020) of Hospitality and Tourism Higher Education in Australia: Developments and Future Prospects

    Edmund Goh;Brian King

    (2020)
    59 Citations
  • Marketing Strategies in the Decision-Making Process for Undergraduate Choice in Pursuit of Hospitality and Tourism Higher Education: The Case of Hong Kong

    Grace K. S. Ho;Rob Law

    (2020)
    22 Citations
  • Re-Building Students’ Post-COVID-19 Confidence in Courses, Curriculum and Careers for Tourism, Hospitality, and Events

    May Ling Siow;Leonie Lockstone-Binney;Barry Fraser;Catherine Cheung

    (2021)
    19 Citations
  • Training Hotels in Asia: An Exploration of Alternative Models

    Brian King;Candy Mei Fung Tang

    (2020)
    10 Citations
  • Can Advanced Apprenticeship Programs in Higher Education Be the Key for Developing Skills in the Tourism Sector? Evidence from North Cyprus

    (2022)
    9 Citations
  • Employment Outcomes for Australian Tourism and Hospitality VET Graduates During the COVID-19 Pandemic

    (2024)
    6 Citations
  • Educational Travel and Personal Development: Deconstructing the Short-Term Study Abroad Experience

    (2023)
    5 Citations
  • An Analysis of the Curriculum Requirements among Hospitality and Tourism Management Programs Worldwide in AACSB Colleges of Business

    John C. Crotts;Vincent P. Magnini;Zhang Shuai

    (2021)
    4 Citations
  • Authorship Structures and Collaboration Networks in Tourism Journals

    Mehmet Ali Köseoglu;Brian King

    (2021)
    4 Citations
  • How do hotel and tourism management students and graduates present their academic degree

    Yaniv Poria;Arie Reichel

    (2020)
    4 Citations

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