Hospitality Management

Major

Is the Hospitality Management Program Right for You?

Group photo at Hospitality event

“True hospitality is marked by an open response to the dignity of each and every person."
- Kathleen Norris

Program Mission

The Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management, led by the School of Hospitality & Tourism Management prepares graduates for global leadership positions in the hospitality industry through foundational knowledge of hospitality operations and experiences that develop critical thinkers who promote diversity, ethical responsibility, lifelong learning, and community engagement.

School Mission

The School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at the University of South Florida provides quality education in hospitality management by creating an intellectual, collaborative, ethical and inclusive environment for students, faculty, industry and the community to produce innovative educational, leadership and research opportunities.

Future Careers

A degree in hospitality management provides the basis for a leadership position in the top hotels, resorts, airlines, cruise companies, theme parks, restaurants, private clubs and tourist attractions in the world. Some of the career opportunities for hospitality management graduates include:

  • Hotel or restaurant managers
  • Food and beverage managers
  • Executive chefs
  • Bar managers
  • Event planners
  • Travel agents

Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation, Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management students in the Hospitality Management Program will be able to do the following:

  1. Identify and apply the knowledge and skills necessary for hospitality and tourism operations.
  2. Develop and integrate a core set of business skills necessary to successfully operate a hospitality and tourism organization.
  3. Demonstrate competence in the communication skills necessary for hospitality and tourism management.
  4. Formulate business decisions in hospitality and tourism management.
  5. Evaluate leadership principles necessary in the diverse and global hospitality and tourism industry.

Professional Placement

The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management undergraduate program placement rate from 2020-2021 was 75%.

Student Retention

The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management undergraduate program student retention rate from 2019-2020 was 73%.

Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration

Accreditation

The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at the University of South Florida is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA), a specialized accrediting body.

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