Hospitality & Tourism Management

The mission of the Hospitality & Tourism Management emphasis is to offer a curriculum to students that will prepare them to operate in and have tourism specific knowledge to develop, practice and manage of all aspects of one of the world’s largest economic forces, the hospitality industry. By studying hospitality & tourism management, students prepare for careers in hotel, restaurant, attraction, event and service industries. Students interested in the business aspects of tourism, recreation, and hospitality will have the opportunity to specialize in a world-wide, ever-growing business arena. Beyond business management skills, hospitality students manage the relationship between community and business development, impact how tourism shapes the physical and emotional space associated with a place, and create positive experiences th-rough quality service interactions.

The business administration degree with a hospitality and tourism management emphasis can be completed traditionally on campus or 100% online. Students choosing to complete the program 100% online should consult frequently with their advisors to plan for online.

For graduates in hospitality and tourism, the world is waiting. As the industry continues to expand, there is a growing demand for skilled professionals who can contribute to its success. Graduates equipped with the necessary knowledge, skills, and passion for the hospitality and tourism sectors are well-positioned to seize rewarding career opportunities in various roles, from management positions to specialized roles in marketing, event planning, and hospitality services.

Explain the role of a hospitality manager. Demonstrate knowledge and competencies needed to manage service organizations. Introduced in HSP 100, 305
Mastered in HSP 325, 415
Explain the role of the hospitality industry locally, regionally, and globally. To be aware of the many facets of the hospitality industry and their relationship with the local, national, and global economies, environments and communities. Introduced in HSP 100, 305
Mastered in HSP 325, 415
Develop communication skills appropriate for hospitality industry leadership. To develop an understanding of and awareness of the necessity and requirement of effective managerial and communication skills as essential to each student’s career success. Introduced in HSP 100, 305
Mastered in HSP 325, 415