Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality and Tourism Management

This Associate of Applied Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management prepares students for success in this thriving industry. The main goal of Associate of Applied Science degrees is to prepare graduates for careers in high-demand areas.

All managers in business settings should learn foundational ideas such as sales and marketing, human resources, revenue management, managing modern technology, and legal issues. Students in Hospitality and Tourism (HOST) learn these skills as well as application to global business environments. The Hospitality and Tourism Management program uses a global and sustainable perspective in all coursework and we value individuals who have a passion for travel and for learning about societies, cultures, and natural resources. Hospitality and Tourism Management students work at airports, global hotel companies, cruise line companies, recreation centers, and food and beverage businesses as professional event planners, park rangers, sales and marketing experts, and much more!

Students enrolled in the Hospitality and Tourism Management (HOST) department have an opportunity to earn numerous professional certificates and designations during their time in the program