HFT 1000 - Introduction to Hospitality Management

3 credits
This course provides students with a broad overview of the hospitality industry and traces its growth and development. It emphasizes various operation units of hospitality organizations such as food and beverage, sales, accounting, and human resources. Various hospitality organizations are discussed with regard to career opportunities and advancement including hotels/motels, restaurants, clubs, travel agencies, cruise ships, institutional services, and recreational parks. Past and present management techniques are also explored.