Kyung Hee University's College of Hotel and Tourism is constantly seeking change and innovation in research and education in order to produce a leading role in the global tourism industry based on the founding philosophy of “creating the world of culture”. The'Smart Tourism Institute (STEP)', which is newly established in general graduate schools, will play an important role in establishing itself as a world-class hotel and tourism university by presenting an innovative educational platform to cultivate talented people who will lead the future tourism industry.