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HOS 105
INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
3 CR. (3L)
Describes the history, development, and operation of the hospitality industry including careers in the industry, management practices, accounting procedures, destinations and lodging.
HOS 106
CASE STUDIES IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
3 CR. (3L)
PRQ: HOS 105, CIS 110, REA 030, or equivalent assessment test score or Department Chair approval. Analyze and discuss aspects of the hospitality industry including front desk management, marketing, menu planning and tourism using case studies.
HOS 122
TOURISM GEOGRAPHY I
3 CR. (3L)
Introduces geography concepts such as time zones, weather patterns, map skills and geology to the students. This in-depth study of the western hemisphere, including North and South America and the Caribbean, will be considered from the perspective of the Hospitality professional.
HOS 123
TOURISM GEOGRAPHY II
3 CR. (3L)
Continues HOS 122, Tourism Geography I, and will complete the examination of the world. The eastern hemisphere, including Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Australia and Oceania, will be studied from the perspective of the Hospitality professional.
HOS 131
PLANNING FOR SPECIAL EVENTS
3 CR. (3L)
Provides a basic knowledge of the planning and development of an event or meeting, including the budgeting, arranging of entertainment and catering, and the lodging of participants.
HOS 141
CONVENTION MANAGEMENT
3 CR. (3L)
Prepares students for a management position in the convention industry. The course defines the scope and segmentation of the convention and group business market, describes marketing and sales strategies to attract markets with specific needs, and explains techniques to meet those needs as part of meeting and convention service. The class meets for a total of 45 hours. At the conclusion of the course, students will take a nationally recognized test from the Educational Institute of the American Hotel and Lodging Association.
HOS 175-177
SPECIAL TOPICS
1-6 CR. (L)
Exploration of current topics, issues and activities related to one or more aspects of the named discipline.
HOS 207
TOUR MANAGEMENT
3 CR. (3L)
Develops a basic understanding of the role and function of a tour conductor.
HOS 275-277
SPECIAL TOPICS
1-6 CR. (L)
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. |