First AAS program in New York State to achieve this status. The hospitality industry, one of the nation s leading employers, is continually looking for well qualified managers. The program is designed to emphasize strategies in supervision, marketing, sanitation, food, beverage and labor cost controls, purchasing and management. TGI Friday's, Hyatt Regency, Applebee s, Oliver s, Bennigan s, and Rich Products. Upon graduation, students are prepared to enter the job market or transfer to a four-year program.
Transfer agreements are in place with many colleges.
There are rapid career growth opportunities within the industry. With more than 10.2 million people employed in the restaurant industry, total restaurant employment is projected to be 12 million by 2006. Our professional courses are sanctioned by the Educational Foundation of the National Restaurant Association. Certificates of Course Completion as well as a Pro Management Diploma will be issued by the N.R.A. upon successful completion of required courses. Contact ECC s Financial Aid Office for more information.