Master of Science in hospitality and tourism management

A Master of Science program in hospitality and tourism management is a combined master's degree that builds off of the Hospitality Management and Recreation, Park and Tourism Management undergraduate programs. The program develops students’ critical analysis skills, research abilities, and understanding of advanced hospitality and tourism issues.

Mission of the Hospitality Management Program

The undergraduate degree program in hospitality management prepares leaders for careers in major hospitality industry segments through academic and research programs valuing quality of life, business success, collaborative partnerships, creative approaches, and ethical principles.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates from the program will demonstrate:

• Foundational knowledge of hospitality operations
• Competence in business practices and managerial decision making
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal skills including professional behavior, collaborative relationships, and proficiency in networking
• Analytical thinking and problem solving

Why You Should Choose Our Ohio Hospitality Program

With class sizes ranging from 15 to 50 students, accessible advising, and so much more, our accredited hospitality program is ready to help lead you on the path of success! Check out these great reasons why you should choose hospitality management as your career path of choice:

WIDE VARIETY OF CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR HOSPITALITY MAJORS

With a degree from our accredited hospitality program, you can go on to a range of career roles, including:

• Accommodation manager
• Amusement park manager
• Casino manager
• Catering manager
• Club managers
• Convention manager
• Customer service manager
• Event and meeting planner
• Fast food restaurant manager
• Hotel and resort manager
• Human resources officer
• Public house manager
• Restaurant manager
• Retail manager
• Sales and marketing representative for hospitality businesses
• Tour manager

Welcome to the College of Education, Health, and Human Services. As you explore our website, you will discover the scope, diversity, and excellence of our college. We currently offer 27 undergraduate degree programs, 25 graduate degrees, and 14 doctoral programs. Our graduates go on to serve as leaders in a wide variety of fields, ranging from education, counseling, and health care to hospitality, recreation, and sport. While our students and alumni appear to have diverse interests, they all have one thing in common - they have committed their lives to serving others and to making the world a better place.