A majority of student time will be spent building on the practical skills learned in the first six months of the program with additional emphasis placed on conference services, basic supervisory techniques, and industry specific management systems. The student's training will be enhanced by coursework in professional communications, and job search techniques. This combination of course work and field experience will provide placement opportunities in entry level supervisory positions leading to advancement in management based on job performance. Hotel and Restaurant Management Laboratories and Equipment The Hotel and Restaurant Management Department has various lecture classrooms. In addition, Hotel and Restaurant Management students have access to the Westwood Computer Resource Center for work on the PC compatible systems.
Students also have access to reference materials located in the school library.
HM113 Human Resources Management 6.0 Credit Hours Familiarizes the student with the basic fundamentals of human resource management applicable to the industry. HM114 Purchasing Food and Beverage Products 6.0 Credit Hours Introduces the basics of developing and implementing a purchasing program while emphasizing buying the right quantity at the right price. HM116 Foodservice Sanitation 3.0 Credit Hours Presents government regulations regrading sanitation principles and applies these regulations to the handling, storage and preparation of food. HM121 Front Office Management 6.0 Credit Hours Presents all aspects of front office management, including staff functions, departmental and guest communications, security and night audit. HM122 Sales and Advertising 6.0 Credit Hours Discusses basic selling tactics, supported by effective advertising, promotions and public relations.