Hospitality Management

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The Hospitality Management Associate of Science degree program offers comprehensive coursework that encompasses the diverse hospitality industry. Students will obtain skills in the operational and legal aspects of hospitality management and supervision, food and beverage operations, cost control, event and catering management, human resources, marketing, and support operations. Emphasis is on guest service strategies, ethical considerations, effective communication, critical thinking, leadership standards, and teamwork. The program combines classroom and laboratory instruction providing students with well‐rounded preparation in the hospitality industry. Students completing the program will be prepared for a career in the hospitality industry as entry‐level hotel, motel and restaurant managers, food and beverage managers, event, banquet and catering professionals, resort managers and human resource administrators. The coursework also provides the tools necessary for successful startup to those students wishing to open their own hospitality business. After successful completion of the associate of science degree in Hospitality Management, students may pursue a baccalaureate degree in Hospitality Management.

The Associate in Science in Hospitality Management for Transfer prepares individuals for transfer to CSU Hospitality Management Bachelor of Science programs. This program is dedicated to preparing students with the skills necessary to successfully transfer. The program offers comprehensive coursework that encompasses the diverse hospitality industry. Students will obtain skills in the operational and legal aspects of hospitality management and supervision, food and beverage operations, cost control, event and catering management, human resources, marketing, and support operations. Emphasis is on guest service strategies, ethical considerations, effective communication, critical thinking, leadership standards, and teamwork. The program combines classroom and laboratory instruction providing students with well‐rounded preparation in the hospitality industry. Students completing the program will be prepared for a career in the hospitality industry as entry‐level hotel, motel and restaurant managers, food and beverage managers, event, banquet and catering professionals, resort managers and human resource administrators.

Students who complete the Associate in Science in Hospitality Management for Transfer degree will receive priority admission to the California State University system, though admission to a specific campus is not guaranteed. While an associate degree may support attempts to gain entry‐level employment or promotion, a baccalaureate or higher degree is recommended for those considering professional careers, which can be achieved through transfer.

The Hospitality Management certificate offers comprehensive coursework that encompasses the diverse hospitality industry. Students will obtain skills in the operational and legal aspects of hospitality management and supervision, food and beverage operations, cost control, event and catering management, human resources, marketing, and support operations. Emphasis is on guest service strategies, ethical considerations, effective communication, critical thinking, leadership standards, and teamwork. The program combines classroom and laboratory instruction providing students with well‐rounded preparation in the hospitality industry. Students completing the program will be prepared for a career in the hospitality industry as entry‐level hotel, motel and restaurant managers, food and beverage managers, event, banquet and catering professionals, resort managers and human resource administrators. The coursework also provides the tools necessary for successful startup to those students wishing to open their own hospitality business.