Hospitality Management - B.S.

Johnson and Wales University

The Hospitality Management bachelor’s degree program offers students a broad exposure to the various segments of the hospitality industry. The course of study prepares students with both a foundation in management theories and operational competencies necessary to enter any segment of the hospitality industry upon graduation. The inclusion of electives offers students the ability to customize their program of study based on their interests in a specific segment or management area.Upon completion of the program, graduates are expected to: Use the major concepts, skills and values of the hospitality industry to address industry problems within diverse hospitality operations, Communicate effectively to diverse stakeholders in the hospitality industry, Use decision support tools to resolve guest service issues and facilitate organizational process changes and Apply financial reasoning and performance analysis to optimize performance within hospitality operations.The curriculum provides opportunities for students to learn effective management practices in the dynamic hospitality industry, with an emphasis on customer service and problem solving. They apply such advanced techniques as revenue management, operational analysis, and financial analysis. Graduates may seek employment in supervisor or management positions in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism organizations, event venues, and on-site food service operations.

College of Hospitality Management