Hospitality and Tourism Management (BS)
Hours - 58-69 Credit Hours
Effective Sep. 2023
Last Revision 6/15/2023
Faculty Unit Assignment: Faculty of Business & Government
Sponsoring Program: Hospitality and Tourism Management
Holokai Category: Professional Studies
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Program Requirements
Business Foundation — 18 Credits
All business foundation courses must be completed with a C- or better.
| Course Number | Title | Semesters Offered | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH 121 | Principles of Statistics | F, W, S | 3.0 | MATH 107 orMATH 110or ACCT 186 or Score 24 on Math Section of the ACT or 590 on Math Section of the SAT |
| BUSM 180 | Introduction to Business | F, W, S | 3.0 | |
| ACCT 186 | Introduction to Financial Computing | F, W | 3.0 | |
| ACCT 201 | Introduction to Financial Accounting | F, W, S | 3.0 | |
| BUSM 304 | Principles of Marketing Management | F, W, S | 3.0 | BUSM 180 and BUSM 320 with a C- or better |
| BUSM 320 | Business Communication | F, W, S | 3.0 | BUSM 180 w/C- or better (for non-ACCT majors), ACCT 203 (for ACCT majors); ENGL 101 |
Pre-Major HTM Foundation — 13 Credits
All HTM Foundation courses must be completed with a C- or better
| Course Number | Title | Semesters Offered | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
| HTM 133 | Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Management | F, W, S | 3.0 | |
| HTM 150 | Economics of Global Tourism | F, W, S | 3.0 | HTM 133 |
| HTM 200 | Hospitality and Tourism Practicum | F, W, S | 3.0 | HTM 133 |
| HTM 230 | Tourism Geography and Travel | F, W, S | 1.0 | HTM 133 |
| HTM 285 | Leadership and Talent Development | F, W, S | 3.0 | HTM 133, HTM 200. Co-requisite: HTM 150, HTM 230 |
HTM Core — 24-35 Credits
All HTM Core courses must be completed with a C- or better.
| Course Number | Title | Semesters Offered | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HTM 290 | Customer Experience Optimization | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 133 |
| HTM 301 | Financial Decision Management | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 285 |
| HTM 351 | Food and Beverage Management | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 285 |
| HTM 360 | Destination Management and Marketing | F, W, S | 3.0 | HTM 285, BUSM 304 |
| HTM 370 | Event Design and Management | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 285 |
| HTM 375 | Lodging Operations | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 285 |
| HTM 399R | Management Internship in Hospitality and Tourism | F, W, S | 3.0 - 14.0 | HTM 285, sophomore status (40+ total credits) |
| HTM 485 | Hospitality and Tourism Senior Seminar | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 285, senior status |
HTM Electives — 3 Credits
Select one course
| Course Number | Title | Semesters Offered | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HTM 353 | Culinary Arts and Kitchen Management | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 133 |
| HTM 355 | Innovative Gastronomy | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 133 |
| ENTR 285 | Introduction to Digital Marketing | F, W, S | 3.0 | |
| HHS 350 | Health Tourism | F, S | 3.0 | |
| HHS 370 | Event Management in Health, Recreation and Sport | F, W | 3.0 |
Additional Program Requirements
- All courses must be C- or better.
- One retake is allowed per class, for up to two major classes.
- In order to receive credit for an internship, prior arrangements and approval must be made through Career Services.
- Students interested in having a culinary specialization option should enroll in both HTM 353 and 355 as elective options. Students who complete both of these elective courses will receive a certificate of achievement in culinary specialization from the Registrar’s office.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon graduation, a hospitality and tourism management major will be able to:
- Apply acquired knowledge of key principles and best practices in the unique and dynamic environment of the hospitality and tourism industry to deliver a high level of organizational productivity and innovation.
- Demonstrate true servant-leadership, notable integrity and strong communication skills to guide team members toward the successful accomplishment of tasks, projects, and organizational priorities.
- Effectively solve business problems and pursue new opportunities by mastering relevant technologies and employing the critical thinking skills of inquiry, analysis and creativity.
- Understand the essential nature of superb service to customers and colleagues in diverse industry settings and be viewed as an exemplar of sincere hospitality, impeccable professionalism and purposeful stewardship.
- Integrate a fulfilling hospitality and tourism career into a well-rounded, ethical, faithful and productive life while successfully pursuing professional advancement opportunities.
The Discipline
The Hospitality & Tourism Management Program prepares students for collectively the largest industry in the world economy and the primary industry in most of the Pacific basin. There is a continuing and growing demand in this industry for persons with a broad range of academic and professional skills.
Career Opportunities
Hospitality & Tourism Management Program graduates are prepared for positions of responsibility in hotels, resorts, food service operations, cruise ships, clubs, cultural, recreational businesses, convention and visitor bureaus, and tourism development agencies.