An interdisciplinary seminar in the humanities which will focus on contemporary issues. Open to all University students, subject to such limits or prerequisites as set by the instructor. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits under different subtitles.
An independent research course leading to an undergraduate thesis in the humanities, to be supervised by three faculty members, to be a minimum of 50 pages in length, and to be defended in an oral examination. A minimum of six credit hours must be taken in the fall semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 15 credits.
A survey of the historical development and management structure of organizations that comprise the hospitality and tourism industry. The course format includes presentation by industry representatives, lectures and student led discussions.
A survey of the historical development and management structure of organizations that comprise the hospitality and tourism industry. The course format includes presentation by industry representatives, lectures and student led discussions.
A comprehensive study of the management principles which apply to the rooms division of a hotel property that includes front desk and housekeeper operations, reservations and billing, accounting procedures and public relations.
This course provides an overview of the principles of food and beverage concepts, menu development and food service operations in various segments of the hospitality and tourism industries. Food and beverage demonstrations and labs are included. A fee to cover materials and activities may be assessed from students. Lecture 2 hours; laboratory 2 hours per week.
Independent intensive work on specific topics in hospitality management or tourism. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Independent intensive work on specific topics in hospitality management or tourism. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
This course examines the steps required to create a new company and implement a new business initiative utilizing customer development models, product development models, and the business model canvas. With a focus on hospitality businesses, students will be taught how to think like entrepreneurs and develop their soft skills to prepare for successful careers.
This course examines the steps required to create a new company and implement a new business initiative utilizing customer development models, product development models, and the business model canvas. With a focus on hospitality businesses, students will be taught how to think like entrepreneurs and develop their soft skills to prepare for successful careers.
