The Hospitality and Tourism Management major emphasizes practical experience through the curriculum and students are encouraged to participate in opportunities for study or work abroad. The program's mission is to prepare students for professional and leadership roles in the increasingly international, technological and competitive hospitality and tourism industry. To pursue a major under the College of Business it is necessary to first complete lower-level business requirements. Students interested in pursuing a business major are encouraged to begin taking freshman and sophomore College of Business courses as early as possible. Keep in mind, however, that some fields will require graduate study or further schooling of some kind.
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The internet is a fantastic source of information. Hospitality and tourism is one of the world's largest industries. Travel for pleasure equals 809 million trips and business travel equals 208 million trips in the United States alone. This industry is expected to continue to grow as more hotels are built, business travel increases, and domestic and foreign tourism increases. The Hospitality and Tourism Management major prepares students, in this dynamic field, for management positions in the hospitality industry.