Hospitality and Tourism Management (BS)
Hours - 59-70 Credit Hours
Effective Apr.2020
Last Revision 8/27/2021
Holokai Category: Professional Studies
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Program Requirements
Business Foundation — 13 Credits
All business foundation courses must be completed with a C-or better.
| Course Number | Title | Semesters Offered | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH 107 | Quantitative Reasoning | F, W, S | 3.0 | |
| BUSM 180 | Introduction to Business | F, W, S | 3.0 | |
| ACCT 201 | Introduction to Financial Accounting | F, W, S | 3.0 | |
| BUSM 230 | Business Spreadsheets and Modeling | F, W, S | 1.0 | |
| BUSM 320 | Business Communication | F, W, S | 3.0 | BUSM 180 w/C- or better; ENGL 101 |
HTM Core — 37-48 Credits
| 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;BUSM 180; MATH 107 w/C- or better |
| HTM 200 | Hospitality and Tourism Practicum | F, W, S | 3.0 | HTM 133; BUSM 180 w/C- or better |
| HTM 230 | Tourism Geography and Travel | F, W, S | 1.0 | HTM 133 |
| HTM 255 | Property Management and the Guest Experience | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 133; BUSM 180 w/C- or better |
| HTM 270 | Destination Management and Marketing | F, W, S | 3.0 | HTM 133, HTM 230; BUSM 180 w/C- or Better |
| HTM 285 | Leadership and Talent Development | F, W, S | 3.0 | HTM 133, HTM 200, HTM 230, BUSM 180 w/C- or better |
| HTM 301 | Financial Decision Management | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 285, ACCT 201, HTM 150 or ECON 200, BUSM 230, and MATH 107 |
| HTM 304 | Hospitality and Tourism Marketing | F, W, S | 3.0 | HTM 285, BUSM 320, HTM 150 or ECON 200 |
| HTM 342 | Hospitality and Tourism Law and Ethics | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 285, ENGL 101 |
| HTM 351 | Food and Beverage Management | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 285, BUSM 230, ACCT 201, HTM 150 or ECON 200, and MATH 107 |
| HTM 375 | Lodging Operations | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 285, BUSM 230, ACCT 201, HTM 150 or ECON 200, and MATH 107 |
| HTM 399R | Management Internship in Hospitality and Tourism | F, W, S | 3.0 - 14.0 | HTM 285, Jr status (60+ total credits) |
HTM Electives — 6 Credits
At least on HTM course plus any other course.
| Course Number | Title | Semesters Offered | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HTM 290 | Customer Experience Optimization | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 133, BUSM 180 |
| HTM 370 | Meetings and Convention Management | F, W | 3.0 | HTM 285, 304 |
| BUSM 310 | Leadership and Management | F, W, S | 3.0 | BUSM 180 |
| BUSM 327 | Human Resource Management | F, W | 3.0 | BUSM 310 w/B- or better |
| BUSM 361 | Business Analytics and Operations | F, W, S | 3.0 | BUSM 180, BUSM 230, MATH 107 all w/C- or better |
| BUSM 421 | Integrated Marketing Communications | W, S | 3.0 | Either BUSM 304 or HTM 304 w/B- or better |
| CIS 200 | Fundamentals of Information System and Technology | F, W, S | 3.0 | |
| ENTR 285 | Introduction to Digital Marketing | F, W, S | 3.0 | |
| EXS 350 | Medical and Wellness Tourism | F, S | 3.0 | |
| POSC 331 or | Public Policy or | F | 3.0 | |
| PMGT 300 | Public Policy | F | 3.0 |
Advanced HTM Capstone Course — 3 Credits
Additional Program Requirements
- No more than one “D” grade may be applied towards the major. All business foundation 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.
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.