The College of HRSM is home to a diverse collection of research centers and institutes dedicated to driving innovation and advancing its industries of hotel management, restaurant management, tourism, retailing, sport management and entertainment management.
In the spring of 2004, the University of South Carolina launched a comprehensive and inclusive travel and tourism industry research and outreach center as a joint effort of the College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management and the Darla Moore School of Business.
The Center for Advancement of Sport and Entertainment Management provides customized solutions and insights to help companies innovate and accelerate their business.
The College Sport Research Institute is dedicated to the awareness of and creative solutions for issues related to the rapidly evolving world of college sport. CSRI brings college sport researchers and thought leaders together for an annual conference to share innovative work and ideas.
The International Institute for Foodservice Research and Education is dedicated to the advancement of foodservice and hospitality education through research, curriculum development, executive training and consultation.
An advocate of the tourism industry, the International Tourism Research Institute focuses on tourism-related issues, providing credible data while promoting the industry as a globally viable economic development strategy.
As South Carolina's number one industry, tourism has a profound impact on South Carolina's economy. Established in 2010, the center's goal is to encourage research that is to be directly applicable to tourism in South Carolina.
The Wine and Beverage Institute at the University of South Carolina is dedicated to expanding and sharing knowledge of the wine and beverage industry by providing specialized research, courses and training for students, professionals and the community.