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(HTM 399R) Experiential Learning in Hospitality and Tourism Management

This course is designed to provide HTM students with a structured framework for gaining hands-on, real-world experience in hospitality and tourism management. Students will have the opportunity to complete a pre-approved internship coordinated by a faculty member and onsite supervisor or engage in other pre-approved experiential learning opportunities that align with their career goals and interests. The opportunities may include pre-approved personal projects, faculty-initiated projects, pre-approved research projects, or pre-approved industry collaborations. Class credit will be awarded based on successful completion of and reflection on these experiences.

Credit hours 1.0 - 14.0 lecture
Prerequisites HTM 285 and permission of instructor
Offered Fall, winter, spring
Programs Hospitality and Tourism Management (BS)

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon the successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Evaluate and consider different types of career paths in a hospitality and tourism attraction.
  • Determine if the student has an interest in pursuing a degree or career in hospitality and tourism.
  • Understand key learning objectives from each departmental rotation.
  • Observe and model essential skills in management and leadership.
  • Demonstrate an ability to be comfortable while interacting with guests and co-workers.
  • Identify and apply excellent customer service that adds real value to customer relationships.