Hospitality Management - A.S.
The Hospitality Management associate degree program introduces students to the dynamic world of hospitality. Students learn about the various business segments within the hospitality industry, and they can use their major electives and free electives to further explore their area of interest. Students enrolled in this program can apply all credits toward the Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Management.
Upon completion of the program, graduates are expected to:
- Apply the major concepts, skills and values of the hospitality industry in managing day-to-day hospitality operations.
- Apply the foundational skills and concepts necessary for career growth into a wide range of management positions.
- Utilize logic and critical thinking skills in a hospitality environment to create solutions for guests and other stakeholders.
Hospitality Management
A two-year program leading to an associate degree
Credits Major Courses | ||
| COHM2010 | Technology in the Hospitality Industry | 3 |
| FSM2033 | Food Service in Hospitality and Tourism | 3 |
| HOSP1001 | Orientation to the Hospitality Industry | 3 |
| HOSP1015 | Managing the Hotel Guest Experience | 3 |
| HOSP2011 | Hospitality Sales and Meeting Management | 3 |
| HOSP2040 | Human Resources Management in Service Organizations | 3 |
| TRVL2010 | Dynamics of Tourism and Sustainability | 3 |
| Major Electives | ||
| Choose two of the following: | 6 | |
| The Business of Event Management | ||
| Beverage Appreciation | ||
| Food Service Operations | ||
| The Gaming Industry | ||
| Exploring the Private Club Industry | ||
| Food Culture and Tourism | ||
| World Geography for Tourism and Hospitality | ||
| Related Professional Studies | ||
| ACCT2150 | Accounting for Hospitality Service Organizations | 3 |
| University Core Curriculum | ||
| Communicating | 9 | |
| Rhetoric & Composition I | ||
| Rhetoric & Composition II | ||
| Communication Skills | ||
| Connecting | 3 | |
One course with the Connecting attribute (ECNG) at the 2000 level | ||
| Experiencing | 3 | |
| Ethics: A Global Perspective | ||
| Measuring | 3 | |
| A Survey of College Mathematics (or higher, based on student's placement) | ||
| Interacting | 3 | |
| Foundations of Leadership Studies | ||
| Free Electives # | ||
| 9 credits selected from 1000–4999 numbered offerings within the university | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 60.0 | |
# In addition to classes, free elective credits may be applied to a number of options such as internship, study abroad, Directed Experiential Education courses and courses in a specialization or minor as relevant. For students who qualify for the J2 program, up to four graduate courses may apply. Students are strongly encouraged to contact a faculty advisor before scheduling free elective credits.
Note: Students must pass MATH0010 Pre-Algebra or have equivalent placement scores to enroll in required math courses.
Note: Students must pass ENG0001 Writing Workshop or have equivalent placement scores to enroll in ILS 2000-level courses.
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