Program Overview
The Bachelor of Hospitality Management program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of business practices and leadership skills specific to the hospitality industry. Through a blend of core business and hospitality-focused courses, students gain a deep grasp of operations management, marketing, finance, and sustainability in the hospitality sector. The program emphasizes real-life scenarios and experiential learning, preparing graduates for successful careers in various hospitality roles, including hotel management, event planning, and food and beverage management.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Hospitality Management (BHM) is a program designed for students interested in management positions in hospitality businesses, including hotels, cruise ships, convention centers, or fine-dining establishments. It provides a comprehensive grasp of business practices within the hospitality industry and instills the leadership skills expected globally.
Outline:
The BHM program curriculum covers a wide range of business and hospitality-specific topics. The core business courses provide a strong foundation, while the hospitality courses delve into the unique aspects of managing hospitality operations.
- Core Business Courses:
- Business Mathematics
- Descriptive Statistics and Inferential Statistics
- Economics
- Information Systems
- Accounting
- Finance
- Human Resources Management
- Marketing Management
- Organizational Behavior
- Strategic Management
- Business and Marketing Research
- Global Business Management
- Business Communications
- Critical Thinking
- Urban Geography
- Hospitality Courses:
- Introduction to Wines
- Lodging Management
- Hospitality and Tourism Labor Markets
- Food and Beverage Management
- Cost Controls in Hospitality
- Consumer Behavior in Hospitality
- Hospitality Information Systems and Technology
- Hospitality Facilities Management
- Hospitality Operations Management
- Hospitality Business Law
- Sustainability in Hospitality and Tourism
- Revenue Management
- Hospitality Marketing
- Hospitality Management Internship (optional)
- Strategic Management in Hospitality
Assessment:
The program assesses students through assignments, projects, quizzes, exams, and group projects. The coursework emphasizes real-life scenarios and case studies to promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills specific to hospitality management.
Teaching:
Experienced faculty members with extensive industry expertise deliver the program's content. They utilize a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, incorporating guest speakers, industry visits, and experiential learning to enhance the student experience.
Careers:
Graduates of the Bachelor of Hospitality Management have a wide range of career opportunities in the hospitality industry. Potential roles include:
- Hotel Manager
- Restaurant Manager
- Convention Center Manager
- Event Planner
- Catering Manager
- Cruise Ship Manager
- Food and Beverage Director
- Sales Manager
- Marketing Manager
- Human Resources Manager
