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2017-2018 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog

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Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management

Requirements for a Major in Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM)

Students interested in majoring in hospitality and tourism management must complete the following business course requirements. Note: With the addition of MGT 331 and FIN 320 a business minor can be obtained. Students must achieve a minimum 2.5 GPA in these courses to receive the business minor designation.

The hospitality and tourism program offers a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree. The program combines a directed sequence of field experiences with a comprehensive interdisciplinary curriculum consisting of courses in the arts and sciences, business, and hospitality and tourism.

1. General University Degree Requirements

As identified in the General Academic Regulations section of the Grand Valley State University Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog.

2. Hospitality and Tourism Core Management Courses

There are 36 required core credits.

3. Hospitality and Tourism Management Field Requirement (credits: 7)

4. Career Emphasis

Minimum of 15 credits.

A. Food and Beverage Management (15 credit minimum)

Required:

Electives:

Other electives that are approved by faculty mentor.

B. Lodging Management (15 credit minimum)

Required:

Electives:

Other electives that are approved by faculty mentor.

C. Tourism Management (15 credit minimum)

Required:

Electives:

Other electives that are approved by faculty mentor.

D. Meeting & Event Management (15 credit minimum)

Required:

Electives:

Other electives that are approved by faculty mentor.

E. Recreation and Leisure Management (15 credit minimum)

Required:

Electives:

Other electives that are approved by faculty mentor.

Suggested Order of Coursework for a Major in Hospitality and Tourism Management

First Year

Second Year

Third Year

Fourth Year

Hospitality and Tourism Management Program Description

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