Research in hospitality, tourism and events

Our research informs the global academic community, but it is also focused on developing practical research outcomes: it aims to improve the hospitality and tourism industry.

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AUT's academic supervisors are recognised world-class researchers who have the expert knowledge to guide you throughout your studies.

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Hospitality Insights is a journal published by the School of Hospitality and Tourism that provides free to access short peer-reviewed summaries of academic research for the hospitality industry and community.

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News

Man and woman hongi with Auckland City in background.

Waiter bring vegetables for hot pot and serving group of friends in restaurant.

Man and woman hongi with Auckland City in background.

Auckland wins 7 Experiences Summit

09 May, 2023

Hundreds of academics and professionals are expected to converge on Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland for the fourth annual 7 Experiences Summit.

Waiter bring vegetables for hot pot and serving group of friends in restaurant.

A new tourism and hospitality accord

21 Mar, 2023

There is hope that working conditions in tourism and hospitality are set to improve, thanks in part to research by AUT.

New professors and associate professors

17 Nov, 2022

AUT is delighted to announce the promotion of 15 of its academics to the position of Professor and 30 to Associate Professor.

Record ranking for AUT

12 Oct, 2022

AUT has claimed its highest-ever place among New Zealand universities in the latest global rankings.

Guiding tourism in the Pacific Islands

25 Aug, 2022

With visitors now returning to the Pacific Islands, AUT is helping destinations make better decisions on building back.

QS Subject Ranked

Contact us

To find out more about our research, contact Associate Professor Shelagh Mooney, Academic Lead – Hospitable Futures Research Agenda.

Email shelagh.mooney@aut.ac.nz

Sumonman Buasak (Anna)

Dhananjana Morayes

Sumonman Buasak (Anna)

Student testimonialsSumonman Buasak (Anna) Executive Assistant, Agoda, Bangkok, ThailandMaster of International Hospitality ManagementShe wanted to broaden her global perspective, says Sumonman Buasak (Anna) who came to AUT from Thailand to study a Master of International Hospitality Management.She wanted to broaden her global perspective, says Sumonman Buasak (Anna) who came to AUT from Thailand to study a Master of International Hospitality Management.

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Dhananjana Morayes

Student testimonialsDhananjana Morayes Master of International Hospitality ManagementShe chose to study the Master of International Hospitality Management because of her deep passion for the hospitality industry, says Dhananjana Morayes.She chose to study the Master of International Hospitality Management because of her deep passion for the hospitality industry, says Dhananjana Morayes.

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Student testimonialsPrang IttikulMaster of GastronomyHer choice to study gastronomy was shaped by her upbringing surrounded by the richness of Thai cuisine, says Master of Gastronomy student Prang Ittikul.Her choice to study gastronomy was shaped by her upbringing surrounded by the richness of Thai cuisine, says Master of Gastronomy student Prang Ittikul.

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