The Hospitality Management program prepares students for careers in the hospitality industry a diverse and exciting business which includes hotels, motels, restaurants, tourism, theme parks, recreation, and food service. The program provides a careful balance of professional courses in front office operations, food and beverage management and service, and convention sales. Students receive practical, hands-on experience in operating machinery used in the industry including the Micros electronic cash register, computers and computer software. Skills involved in taking and confirming reservations, assigning rooms, writing management statistical reports, and handling financial operations are learned through use of a front desk demo.
Students visit the industry on field trips to local motels, hotels, and convention centers.
Through co-op, students can develop and practice skills, expand career knowledge, and make contacts for future employment. Substitute Mth 111 and Mth 112 classes for the Mth 025 class. Students are urged to challenge any course in which they feel competent. The program staff and counselor will assist them in this process.