BSHTM - Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management

The Bachelor’s in Hospitality & Tourism Management is a specialized degree that gives students the industry knowledge and management skills needed to succeed as a leader in hospitality and tourism, the world’s largest service industries.  Combining practical skills with management theory, the program positions students to think strategically about the creation of value in a hospitality setting. In addition, the program also stresses core concepts such as leadership, ethics, diversity and communication. After completing the program, students will have the breadth of knowledge about managing and operating different types of hospitality and tourism businesses as well as a depth of knowledge about the business, hospitality, and tourism skills universally needed across such operations.

Career opportunities for graduates include managerial positions in hotels, resorts, food service operations, tourism attractions, destination marketing, meetings, and events. 

Students should take MATH 1111 and BUSA 1105 their freshmen year.  MATH 1111 is a prerequisite for required Area F courses, so students who took MATH 1001 for Area A can count MATH 1111 in the elective courses. MATH 1401/1401H is strongly recommended for Area D. A grade of C or better is required in each of the courses.

In addition to the above, students must earn complete all collegewide Graduation Requirements.