ABSTRACT

How did Accor, Cendant, Choice Hotels International, Marriott, and Hilton become the largest hotel chains in the world—and what strategies will they use to continue their growth?

This first-of-its-kind textbook presents a balanced overview of the theory and practice of hotel chains’ growth strategies. It explains in-depth how

chapter 1|3 pages

The Concept of a Strategy

chapter 2|11 pages

Competitive Strategies

chapter 3|20 pages

Diversification versus Specialization

chapter 4|13 pages

Vertical Integration

chapter 5|18 pages

Horizontal Integration

chapter 6|4 pages

Diagonal Integration

chapter 7|21 pages

Acquisitions and Mergers

chapter 9|16 pages

Franchise Contracts

chapter 10|17 pages

Management Contracts

chapter 11|4 pages

Leaseholds and Ownership

chapter 12|20 pages

Branding