Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management
About the Program
The travel and tourism industry is one of the largest, most dynamic industries in the world. Students in the Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management program are introduced to this exciting industry and will be prepared to enjoy a successful career in the restaurant, travel and tourism industry.
The Department of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management offers a bachelor of science degree with three concentration options for majors: Hotel Management, Restaurant Management or Tourism Management. All courses are taught by faculty who combine excellent academic credentials with a strong professional background.
The Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management program is further enhanced through activities supported by the hospitality industry. Students participate in hotel and restaurant shows, tour hospitality facilities, listen to industry speakers, attend career days, and conduct special projects for the industry.
Are you interested in ...
- Coordinating and planning events
- Organizing and directing resources
- Promoting and marketing an event
- Multitasking
- Working with people
Choose Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management at ESU
- Small class size
- Internationally accredited program
- Practical field experiences through the department’s restaurant, P & J’s Café
- Qualified, experienced faculty
- Three concentration options: Hotel Management, Restaurant Management, or Tourism Management
Is Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Managementa career path for me?
Career Potential
- Banquet Director
- Club Manager
- Lodging/Resort Manager
- Catering Director
- Event Planner
- Tourism Director
- Conference Coordinator
Career Settings
- Hotels
- Casinos
- Resorts
- Restaurants
- Country Clubs
- Convention Centers
- Airlines
- Cruise Lines
- Amusement Parks
- Institutional Food Service
More detailed career information is available from the department.
Accreditation
- The Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management program is accredited with the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration.
Student Organizations
- Students are encouraged to participate in clubs. The Hotel/Restaurant Management Club is the largest and one of the most active organizations on the campus, providing opportunities to observe, learn and participate in related hotel and restaurant operations.
- The HRTM Tourism Club provides an added opportunity for students interested in a career in Tourism.
- The department also hosts a chapter of Eta Sigma Delta, the international scholastic honorary society for hospitality students.
- The Marketing Club acquaints its members with the basic concepts and philosophies of sales and marketing in the hospitality industry. Student members are offered the opportunity to become familiar with the overall objectives of the parent organization, Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association (HSMA) International.
Transfer Students
- Many students transfer from community colleges and other universities. We welcome your inquiries. More information about credit and course transfers is available from the Office of Admissions, 877-230-5547.