BS in Hospitality and Tourism Management Degree

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Degree Level

Bachelor's

Class Setting

Online

Area of Study

Business

Program

BS in Hospitality and Tourism Management

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U.S. Citizen

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Country

United States

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Overview

Transform Your Passion for Travel and Hospitality

Our Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management program is designed to prepare you to become a competitive, qualified candidate for positions in the hospitality and tourism industries. You will be taught to incorporate servant leadership, innovation and ethical decision-making into your work as you complete your core business courses. You will also have the opportunity to develop a strong foundation in many important areas of management, such as accounting, finance, marketing and human resources.

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management

Offered By

Colangelo College of Business

Class Settings

Campus

Online

Tuition Rate

Campus: $8,250 per semester [More Info]

Online: $485 per credit [More Info]

Cost of Attendance

Course Information

Credits: 120

Campus: 15 weeks

Online: 8 weeks

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Transfer Credits

Up to 90 credits, only 84 can be lower division

Credits: Fill out the Lopes Eval to find out what will transfer

Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements (Bachelor's)

16+ years old
High School Graduate
3.0+ Unweighted GPA

OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and

ACT: 19
SAT: 1000*

Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
*Math and reading only on a 1600 point scale (test date after 3/1/2016). SAT score of 1380 required for 2400 point scale (test date before 3/1/2016).

Why GCU

Shape the Future of Global Travel

Begin your journey in hospitality and tourism by cultivating the skills necessary to make a lasting impact on global travel. The hospitality and tourism management online degree aims to help you gain a deep understanding of the industry by providing foundational business knowledge along with courses focusing on hospitality and tourism.

You will work to grow and deepen your skills in various areas, including:

Business communication and critical thinking
Information literacy and data analysis
Legal and ethical operations
Global business
Hospitality and tourism management

Enjoy Flexibility When Earning Your Hospitality and Tourism Management Online Degree

The tourism and hospitality management degree is available in an online format, making it convenient for working individuals and those managing other commitments while pursuing their studies. The online courses are delivered by experienced faculty, helping to ensure that you can receive a quality education regardless of where you attend classes.

Coursework

Hospitality and Tourism Course Topics

Our degree in hospitality and tourism management offers a broad-based curriculum specific to the hospitality and tourism industry. This curriculum can help you feel prepared to deliver a quality, memorable experience to your guests, as well as manage a team equipped to do the same.

Some of these important topics include:

Hotel and restaurant management
Event planning
Club management
Tourism destination and activity management
Revenue management

Careers

Career Paths for Tourism and Hospitality Management Degree Graduates

As a hospitality and tourism management graduate, you will be able to apply your new knowledge and skills in the industry to a variety of hospitality-related careers.

These include:

Food service manager

Entertainment and recreation manager (except gambling)

Lodging manager

Personal service manager

Accreditation

Pursue Your Bachelor’s Degree at an Accredited University

GCU has been institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1968, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to receive a quality education that meets rigorous academic standards. Our accreditation reflects our commitment to excellence in higher education.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Browse through some frequently asked questions and answers to learn more about the industry and earning your BS in Hospitality and Tourism Management.

What is hospitality and tourism management?

Hospitality and tourism management focuses on the services and operations within the hospitality and travel industries. It includes areas such as hotel management, event planning and customer service with a goal of providing an exceptional guest experience. A degree in this field can equip you with essential skills in marketing, finance and operations tailored to the unique demands of the industry.

Is hospitality and tourism management worth it?

This field can be worth it for someone whose personal and professional interests align with the career. The industry offers diverse career opportunities in different areas of hospitality and tourism, often including hotels, travel agencies and event planning. It can also be a very people-oriented career with opportunities worldwide. With the skills you can gain in this program, you can strive to position yourself for leadership roles and work to positively contribute to the field by making travel and leisure enjoyable for many.

Is hospitality and tourism the same?

While hospitality and tourism are related, they are two different fields. Hospitality focuses on enhancing the experience of the guest through optimizing services in settings like hotels, restaurants and event venues. Tourism is broader and covers the many aspects of planning and organizing trips, attractions and activities in a specific destination as it relates to offering unique insights and guidance to tourists. Hospitality can be seen as a branch of tourism.

Courses

Program Curriculum

Credit Summary

General Education Requirements34-40 credits

Major72 credits

Open Elective Credits8-14 credits

Degree Requirements120 credits

General Education Requirements

General Education coursework prepares Grand Canyon University graduates to think critically, communicate clearly, live responsibly in a diverse world, and thoughtfully integrate their faith and ethical convictions into all dimensions of life. These competencies, essential to an effective and satisfying life, are outlined in the General Education Learner Outcomes. General Education courses embody the breadth of human understanding and creativity contained in the liberal arts and sciences tradition. Students take an array of foundational knowledge courses that promote expanded knowledge, insight, and the outcomes identified in the University's General Education Competencies. The knowledge and skills students acquire through these courses serve as a foundation for successful careers and lifelong journeys of growing understanding and wisdom.

Competency

4 Total Credits

Course Description

Upon completion of the Grand Canyon University's University Foundation experience, students will be able to demonstrate competency in the areas of academic skills and self-leadership. They will be able to articulate the range of resources available to assist them, explore career options related to their area of study, and have knowledge of Grand Canyon's community. Students will be able to demonstrate foundational academic success skills, explore GCU resources (CLA, Library, Career Center, ADA office, etc), articulate strategies of self-leadership and management and recognize opportunities to engage in the GCU community.

Competency

9-12 Total Credits

Competency

4 Total Credits

Competency

11-12 Total Credits

Course Description

Graduates of Grand Canyon University will be able to use various analytic and problem-solving skills to examine, evaluate, and/or challenge ideas and arguments (mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, geology, astronomy, physical geography, ecology, economics, theology, logic, philosophy, technology, statistics, accounting, etc.). Students are required to take 3 credits of intermediate algebra or higher.

Competency

6-8 Total Credits

Course Description

Graduates of Grand Canyon University will be able to demonstrate awareness and appreciation of and empathy for differences in arts and culture, values, experiences, historical perspectives, and other aspects of life (psychology, sociology, government, Christian studies, Bible, geography, anthropology, economics, political science, child and family studies, law, ethics, cross-cultural studies, history, art, music, dance, theater, applied arts, literature, health, etc.). If the predefined course is a part of the major, students need to take an additional course.

Core Courses

BIT-200

4 Total Credits

ACC-240

4 Total Credits

Course Description

In this course, students examine basic accounting concepts and explore how accounting information assists business leaders in making financial decisions that increase profitability and contribute to competitive advantage. There is specific emphasis on the analysis of financial statements in the business decision-making process, budgeting, and factors businesses must consider when determining appropriate pricing of goods and services. Prerequisite: MAT-134, MAT-144, MAT-154, or higher subsequent math course.

HTM-200

4 Total Credits

BUS-340

4 Total Credits

Course Description

This writing-intensive course is a comprehensive study of the legal and ethical issues of concern to business, including those areas of the U.S. legal system that are most relevant to business, such as the law of torts, strict liability, intellectual property, and contract law. It explores the role of ethics and values in business decision making and approaches these subjects from the perspective of the stakeholders as opposed to an economic interpretation of the firm and its responsibilities.

MKT-315

4 Total Credits

Course Description

This course introduces models and practices used by contemporary marketers in fast-paced, dynamic, domestic and global markets, including the marketing concept and processes for developing, implementing, and assessing the effectiveness of marketing plans. Building from a foundational understanding of consumer behavior and marketing research, students examine the development and implementation of marketing mix strategies and tactics with an emphasis of how marketing integrates within all aspects of business.

BUS-352

4 Total Credits

HTM-440

4 Total Credits

Course Description

This course examines the management of hotel and lodging operations with an emphasis on guest service and improving profitability. Students are introduced to the basics of management in core lodging segments, operational procedures, guest relations, and the relationships between operational departments. Analysis of operational efficiencies to improve organizational outcomes is also addressed. Prerequisite: HTM-200.

HTM-450

4 Total Credits

Course Description

This course emphasizes the daily operations and management of food and beverage service within the hospitality industry. Students learn principles related to market research, location selection, menu planning and design, financial management, restaurant layout, pricing, purchasing, managing staff, food safety, liquor liability, and menu engineering. An essential element of this course is learning how to turn around a failing restaurant. Prerequisite: HTM-200.

BUS-332

4 Total Credits

ECN-351

4 Total Credits

Course Description

This survey course covers the basic concepts of microeconomics and macroeconomics. The course begins by addressing the fundamental concepts of scarcity, choice, opportunity cost, and comparative advantage. The course builds on these fundamentals to explain the market forces of supply and demand, market efficiency, the economics of the public sector, and the firm's behavior under competitive market conditions. The second half of the course focuses on basic macroeconomic concepts, including measurement of national income, economic growth, and productivity. In addition, this course covers the monetary system and the classical theory of inflation.

HTM-460

4 Total Credits

Course Description

This course explores the scope of the events industry, analyzes the functions of an event or meeting planner and demonstrates the relationship between professional service and operational success. Students receive a comprehensive introduction to the complexities of planning and organizing an event and an overview of the nature and scope of the meetings and event industry. Prerequisites: HTM-440 or HOS-440, and HTM-450 or HOS-460.

MGT-420

4 Total Credits

Course Description

Drawing upon real-world management situations, this course is a study of individual and group behavior in organizations through detailed coverage of the functions of management, individual differences/diversity, leadership, motivation, decision making, organizational design, and organizational change and development. Emphasis is placed on how an understanding of organizational behavior leads to effective management practice.

MGT-434

4 Total Credits

Course Description

This course is a study of the human resource management function in organizations, including detailed coverage of staffing, organizational development, compensation and benefits administration, and employee relations. Emphasis is placed on how human resource management as a whole enhances organizational performance and success. Prerequisite: HIM-425, MGT-420, or MGT-422HN. Equivalent to AMP-434.

FIN-350

4 Total Credits

HTM-465

4 Total Credits

Course Description

This course focuses on identifying the components of revenue management in order to optimize consumer demand, revenue and profit for the hospitality industry. Students participate in competitive analysis to identify market opportunities and develop pricing and sales mix strategies that support organizational goals. Students learn analytical modeling practices, market segmentation, distribution channel mix, forecasting, and budgeting. The use of industry benchmarking tools and metrics relevant to revenue management are also addressed. Prerequisites: HTM-440 and HTM-450.

HTM-470

4 Total Credits

Course Description

This course examines the unique elements required for successful private club operations, including governance, membership marketing, member services, recreational and sports activities, club facilities management, and financial performance. Students will gain hands-on experience creating club marketing campaigns, developing member events, and conducting club performance assessments. Prerequisite: HTM-460 or SPT-375.

HTM-480

4 Total Credits

Course Description

This course explains how the interrelated sectors of the tourism industry can be better prepared to attract and service people traveling for both business and leisure. Students develop strategies for destinations to responsibly manage tourists and their activities. The course will also examine the concept of destination marketing and its role in promoting places for tourism and hosting major events. Prerequisites: HTM-440, HTM-450, and HTM-460.

BUS-485

4 Total Credits

Course Description

This writing-intensive course is built around a team-based simulation requiring a high level of peer interaction and collaboration and serves as the capstone experience in business and management, introducing students to functional, business, and corporate strategy from the perspective of a strategy analyst. Tools and techniques are applied to the student’s previous knowledge of accounting, finance, management, analytics, marketing, economics, entrepreneurship, and leadership acquired through their individual programs of study. Students integrate strategic analysis to demonstrate mastery of a wide variety of business domains. Prerequisites: MGT-420 or MGT-422HN; FIN-210 or FIN-350; and MKT-245 or MKT-315.

GCU cannot and will not promise job placement, a job, graduate school placement, transfer of GCU program credits to another institution, promotion, salary, or salary increase. Please see the Career Services Policy in the University Policy Handbook.
Please note that this list may contain programs and courses not presently offered, as availability may vary depending on class size, enrollment and other contributing factors. If you are interested in a program or course listed herein please first contact your University Counselor for the most current information regarding availability.
Please refer to the Academic Catalog for more information. Programs or courses subject to change

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