Bachelor's degree · Hospitality and tourism
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism
Prepares you for management careers in the hospitality and tourism industry, with a solid knowledge of its business operations and effective leadership skills.
- Credits
- 120 credits
- Length
- 39 months
- Cost per credit hour
- $500.00
- Modality
- Online or on campus
- Taught in
- English or Spanish
Completing a course or program in a language other than English may reduce employability where English is required.
About the program
The student will be equipped with the skills, knowledge and experience required for success in the hospitality and tourism industry.
The student will analyze, evaluate and solve managerial problems with quantitative reasoning and critical thinking in every sector of the industry, in a global, cultural and diverse society, and will be ready to apply that learning in today's global business environment.
Program objective
The student will assess, develop and apply the competencies of hospitality and tourism management, including accounting and finance, cost control, event planning and management, restaurant operations, sanitation and safety, travel and tourism planning, leadership and hospitality law, and will evaluate leadership and ethical decision-making against the industry's standards.
Program learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
Hospitality and Tourism Operations Management
Apply foundational principles of hospitality and tourism operations (lodging, food and beverage, travel, and event services) to manage day-to-day functions that meet professional industry service standards.
Leadership, Communication, and Human Capital
Demonstrate effective leadership, professional communication, and human-resource practices to coordinate diverse teams and deliver high-quality guest experiences.
Financial and Quantitative Decision-Making
Analyze accounting, financial, and quantitative information to support budgeting, cost control, and managerial decisions in hospitality and tourism enterprises.
Marketing, Destination, and Tourism Development
Develop marketing, product-development, and destination-management strategies that respond to consumer behavior, market trends, and the global tourism environment.
Law, Ethics, Safety, and Sustainability
Evaluate legal, ethical, safety, and sustainability considerations to make responsible decisions that protect guests, organizations, and communities.
Program of study
40 courses, 120 credit hours in total.
Tuition for this program: 120 credits at $500 per credit hour, $60,000 before fees, scholarships and transfer credit.
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