COURSE CURRICULUM

A Hospitality Management degree provides students with a blend of academic knowledge and real-world industry experience designed to prepare them for leadership roles in hotels, restaurants, resorts, tourism organizations, and other service-based businesses. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, allowing students to directly apply classroom concepts in practical environments. One of the key experiential learning opportunities is The Club at Gateway Center, a student-operated restaurant that is open to the public, where students gain experience in restaurant operations, customer service, and business management in a real hospitality setting. Students also benefit from field trips to industry locations, guest lectures from experienced professionals, symposiums, and engagement with executives through programs such as the Executive-in-Residence Lecture Series and the Company Showcase, which connects students with potential employers and industry leaders.The curriculum is designed to build both technical and leadership skills needed in the hospitality and tourism industry. Students learn how to make data-driven business decisions using analytical and quantitative skills supported by information technology. They also study current industry trends and learn how to apply hospitality principles in diverse, global environments. A strong focus is placed on communication skills, ethical decision-making, innovation, and sustainable business practices, all of which are essential in modern hospitality management. Students are trained to develop strategies for career growth while gaining the ability to manage teams, operations, and guest experiences effectively.Graduates of the program are prepared for a wide range of careers in the hospitality and tourism sector. Common roles include hotel manager, restaurant manager, revenue manager, event coordinator, hospitality operations manager, and tourism specialist. The degree also opens opportunities in corporate hospitality, cruise lines, resorts, and international tourism organizations. Coursework such as Hotel Operations, Hospitality Revenue Management, Restaurant Operations, Survey of Beverages in the Hospitality Industry, Orientation to the Hospitality Industry, and Foundations in Leading Hospitality Organizations helps students build a strong foundation in both operational and managerial aspects of the field. Overall, the program equips students with the practical experience, leadership abilities, and industry knowledge needed to succeed in a global, fast-paced, and customer-focused industry.