Hospitality Management

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• Job Titles & Career Info
• Our Program
• Degrees & Certificates
• How Much Time & Money to Finish?
• Earn More Choices & More Money
• Start on Your Pathway!

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

• Beverage Management II
• Hospitality/Travel & Tourism Supervision

How Much Time & Money to Finish?

2023–2024 Academic Year

Notes:

• Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates.
• Totals do not include textbooks and other materials.

Continuing Education 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!