Hospitality & Tourism Management
Gain Knowledge and Hands-on Experience
Gain the knowledge and experience to enter one of WV’s—and the world’s—fastest-growing industries.
Whether you’re interested in lodging, food and beverage, event planning, casino management, or any of the many careers in hospitality, D&E’s Hospitality & Tourism program will prepare you with knowledge and hands-on experience for a successful career in this exciting industry.
Baccalaureate Programs (B.S.)
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality & Tourism Management
The bachelor’s degree in hospitality and tourism management requires 62 credit hours, including 26 semester hours of hospitality and tourism management courses plus core requirements (45 hours), including courses in accounting, business, economics, math, management, and marketing.
Associates Programs (A.S.)
Associate of Science in Hospitality & Tourism Management
The associate’s degree in hospitality and tourism management requires 40 credit hours, including 16 hours of hospitality and tourism management courses plus additional courses in accounting, business, economics, math, management, and marketing.
Minors
Hospitality & Tourism Management Minor
The requirements for a minor are 19 credit hours of specified hospitality and tourism management courses.
Courses
What We Offer
- Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism
- Basic Food Preparation
- Lodging Operations
- Food and Beverage Planning and Control
- Conference and Convention Management
- Resort Management
- Restaurant Management
- Independent Study
- Senior Internship and Seminar
Careers in Hospitality & Tourism Management
Travel and tourism is one of the world’s fastest-growing industries, providing millions of job opportunities in amazing locations—including close to home in West Virginia. With your hospitality and tourism management degree, depending on your professional interests, you’ll be able to apply for a wide range of positions, including:
- Restaurant or Café Manager
- Hotel Sales Coordinator
- Event Coordinator
- Tour Manager
- Spa Manager
- Entertainment Manager
- Travel Agent
- Catering Manager
- Guest Services Manager
Internship Opportunities
Internships provide opportunities for students to apply knowledge gained in the classroom while making meaningful contributions to the organization for which they work. Students can complete internships during any semester, though most take place over the summer and last about 10 weeks. With guidance from the Director of Career Services & Student Employment, students develop an internship proposal and gain hands-on experience in their field. Internships also include a reflective journal, a final paper, and relevant research.
Independent Study
Independent Study in Hospitality and Tourism Management allows students to explore topics that are not part of the regular curriculum. Independent study requires students to work closely with a hospitality and tourism management faculty member.
Work-Study Opportunities
Ready to get to work now? Work-study positions are available on campus for students to gain experience in event planning, catering services, lodging, and restaurant operations through D&E’s Hospitality Services and the Graceland Inn and Restaurant.
In addition, there are opportunities to gain experience through student organizations such as the Hospitality Club and the Campus Activities Board.
Why Hospitality and Tourism Management at D&E
Small class sizes enable engaging faculty members to enhance your learning experience by challenging and inspiring you and providing individualized attention. You’ll learn the time-management skills and work ethic needed for this demanding yet rewarding field. With encouragement and one-on-one interactions with your professors, you’ll be inspired to think outside the box to deliver an unforgettable experience. Through internships, independent study, and even on-campus employment, you’ll be ready to take on the world.
Accreditation
The Academic Business Unit at Davis& Elkins College has received specialized accreditation for its business program(s) through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs please view our IACBE member status page.
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The mission of the Division of Business & Entrepreneurship is to prepare students to successfully compete in a global economy, and to be thoughtful and respectful citizens of the world.