Hospitality Management

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management

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Program Mission

The Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management, led by the School of Hospitality & Tourism Management prepares graduates for global leadership positions in the hospitality industry through foundational knowledge of hospitality operations and experiences that develop critical thinkers who promote diversity, ethical responsibility, lifelong learning, and community engagement.

Scholarships Given

$600,000
in Scholarships Annually

Degree Hours

120
Degree Hours

Campuses

3
Campuses

Industry Experience

1,000
Hours of Industry Experience

Partners

School Partners

A degree in hospitality management provides the basis for a leadership position in the top hotels, resorts, airlines, cruise companies, theme parks, restaurants, private clubs and tourist attractions in the world. 

Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation, Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management students in the Hospitality Management Program will be able to do the following:

  1. Identify and apply the knowledge and skills necessary for hospitality and tourism operations.
  2. Develop and integrate a core set of business skills necessary to successfully operate a hospitality and tourism organization.
  3. Demonstrate competence in the communication skills necessary for hospitality and tourism management.
  4. Formulate business decisions in hospitality and tourism management.
  5. Evaluate leadership principles necessary in the diverse and global hospitality and tourism industry. 

Invest in your Future

  • Opportunity to enroll in business courses
  • Lowest-cost out-of-state tuition in Florida
  • Internship Opportunities
  • Research Opportunities
  • Flexible

ACPHA Accreditation

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In addition to the AACSB accreditation at the college, the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA), a specialized accrediting body.

PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT

The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management undergraduate program placement rate from 2022-2023 was 82%.

STUDENT RETENTION

The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management undergraduate program student retention rate from 2022-2023 was 68%.

What Makes Us Different

  • Go beyond the sole focus of hotel and operations and branch out in so many different ways
  • Experiential learning
  • Site visits with our local professional partners
  • Our professional partnerships with Aramark and McKibbon hospitality and many more hospitality entities in the Tampa Bay area
  • Research and Industry experienced professors, we will support your future career with guidance and resources

School Mission

The School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at the ßÙßÇÂþ»­ provides quality education in hospitality management by creating an intellectual, collaborative, ethical and inclusive environment for students, faculty, industry and the community to produce innovative educational, leadership and research opportunities.