Hospitality Management

Quick Facts
- Pathway: Business & Industry
- Campus: Southeast
Hospitality managers make sure their restaurant, hotel, or other entertainment venue operates efficiently and is welcoming and comfortable for visitors.
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Job Titles & Career Info
Our Program
Why choose Hospitality Management?
- Prepare to be an entry-level supervisor in:
- Food service
- Hotel operations
- Convention & event management
- Travel & tourism
- Entertainment venues
- Have your choice of work environment & location because of the great variety of hospitality options
- Enjoy plenty of opportunities for travel & fine food
Prepare for what you will do at work
- Make sure the property is clean, well-maintained & welcoming
- Monitor the property operations & the budget
- Coordinate all services for events, including lodging, transportation & food service
- Oversee food preparation & make sure the establishment complies with health & safety standards & regulations
Explore professional organizations
- Texas Restaurant Association (TRA)
- Meeting Professionals International (MPI)
- American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA)
Marketable skills you will learn
- Critical thinking
- Reasoning
- Communication
- Personal & social responsibility
- Teamwork
- Computer literacy
Before you enroll, think about:
- You need to have a passion for customer service.
- Opportunities for travel and fine food abound!
- The hospitality industry can be especially busy when most people are celebrating holidays or are on vacation.
- Hospitality professionals may work extra hours to prepare for and manage special events.
Need a boost to get ready for college?
Talk to your advisor about Developmental Studies if your TSI scores say you need some help in math or reading and writing.
Degrees & Certificates
Degrees
- Hospitality Management: Food Service Management, AAS
- Hospitality Management: Hospitality/Travel & Tourism Management, AAS
- Hospitality Management: Meeting & Event Planning/Convention & Group Management, AAS
Certificates
Level 1
- Beverage Management I
- Foodservice Operations
- Hospitality/Hotel Supervision
- Meeting & Event Planning/Convention & Group Management
Level 2
Continuing Education
- Course: Event Planning
How Much Time & Money to Finish?
2022–2023 Academic Year
Degree or Certificate | Program Title | Hours | Total Tuition & Fees |
---|---|---|---|
AAS | Hospitality Management-Foodservice Management | 60 | $3,840 |
AAS | Hospitality Management-Hospitality/Travel & Tourism Management | 60 | $3,840 |
AAS | Hospitality Management-Meeting/Event Planning/Convention & Group Management | 60 | $3,840 |
CRT1 | Beverage Management I | 22 | $1,408 |
CRT1 | Foodservice Operations | 18 | $1,152 |
CRT1 | Hospitality/Hotel Supervision | 16 | $1,024 |
CRT1 | Meeting & Event Planning/Convention & Group Management | 19 | $1,216 |
CRT2 | Beverage Management II | 40 | $2,560 |
CRT2 | Hospitality/Travel & Tourism Supervision | 43 | $2,752 |
Notes:
- Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates.
- Totals do not include textbooks and other materials.
Non-Credit Programs
Time commitments and fees vary depending on the course.
Earn More Choices & More Money
Transfer to a college or university to continue your studies. Earning a bachelor’s degree opens the door to career and promotion opportunities.
Next steps
- Talk to your advisor about planning for transfer
- Explore transfer schools
Start on Your Pathway!
- Apply to TCC
- Find out about financial aid
- Talk to an academic advisor
- Visit career services
- Request a transcript evaluation if you are transferring to TCC
Contact
Southeast Campus
Allen Powell, M.S.
Assistant Professor & Coordinator
Call 817-515-3133
Email frank.powell@tccd.edu
Updated January 20, 2023