HOS-105 Orientation to Hospitality
This course is designed to expose students to the many career choices available within the hospitality industry. Students in Tourism Management, Food and Beverage Management, Hotel and Resort Management and Culinary Arts will meet together once weekly to explore the many facets of the industry they will study. Students will learn career building skills as well as developing a professional network so vital to the hospitality industry. Students will gain input from guest speakers in addition to the faculty to expand exploration beyond the classroom. Development of professional skills through service learning opportunities as well as industry experience will be emphasized throughout the course.
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Course Outline
Course Description
This course is designed to expose students to the many career choices available within the hospitality industry. Students in Tourism Management, Food and Beverage Management, Hotel and Resort Management and Culinary Arts will meet together once weekly to explore the many facets of the industry they will study. Students will learn career building skills as well as developing a professional network so vital to the hospitality industry. Students will gain input from guest speakers in addition to the faculty to expand exploration beyond the classroom. Development of professional skills through service learning opportunities as well as industry experience will be emphasized throughout the course.
Credit Hours
1Grading Scheme
Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory
Semester(s) Course Will Be Offered
Fall, Spring
First Year Experience Course
Yes
Course Learning Outcomes
- Produce a professional resume.
- Model appropriate professional behavior and attire.
- Describe a professional career path for themselves with regard to the training, education, and experience necessary to hold a specific job title.