Hospitality Management A.A.S. (Career)

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Program Manager: Elizabeth DeRose
Email: ederose@frederick.edu
Phone: 301.846.2404

Program Description

Prepares students as trained hospitality professionals in a variety of hospitality sectors including hotels, resorts, clubs, restaurants, convention centers, and tourism related businesses. With input from current hiring hospitality leaders, the program is designed to ensure that students will learn the practical skills needed to excel in the hospitality industry in areas such as tourism, lodging, food and beverage, and event planning. Students will apply what they learn through capstone projects and experience in an internship. The course offerings emphasize the professional competencies necessary to meet industry standards. Graduates should qualify for entry-level positions in the hospitality sector and, with experience, advance to managerial positions or continue on to four year academic programs. Students will complete a 240-hour practicum (internship) experience. Students will earn several industry certifications such as ServSafe Food Manager® and Certified Guest Service Professional®, among others. With additional experience, graduates may be eligible to apply for certification as a Certified Hospitality Supervisor® (CHS®) from AHLEI.

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Calculate and/or adjust recipe yields, ingredient and recipe costs, and menu cost using at least two different pricing methods, considering fixed and labor costs.
  • Analyze the nutritional composition of a recipe and be able to modify and prepare dishes meeting recognized nutritional guidelines.
  • Pass the NRAEF Food Protection Managers ServSafe™ examination.
  • Demonstrate industry standards in sanitation, safety, and personal hygiene.
  • Exhibit interpersonal skills and respect in the treatment of colleagues and patrons.
  • Apply traditional management theory, leadership, and supervisory roles in hospitality.

Program Requirements

  • Students must complete their credit English and Mathematics within the first 24 credits.
  • One course must meet the cultural competence graduation requirement.
  • CORE: The General Education CORE is that foundation of the higher education curriculum providing a coherent intellectual experience for all students. Students should check with an advisor or the transfer institution (ARTSYS) before selecting General Education CORE requirements. http://artsys.usmd.edu/
  • In some General Education categories (Mathematics, Biological & Physical Sciences), a 4-credit course selected from the GenEd course list will satisfy the requirement in place of a 3-credit course. Students should check with an advisor before selecting these courses.
  • For the Physical Education, Health, or Nutrition requirement, a 3-credit PHED, HLTH, or NUTR course may satisfy the requirement in place of a 1-credit course. Students should check with an advisor before selecting this course.
  • Students must earn a grade of "C" or better in ENGL 101 English Composition.
English
ENGL 101English Composition3
Mathematics
Mathematics Elective (Gen Ed course list) - Recommended course(s) below:3
Foundations of Mathematics
Social & Behavioral Sciences
ECON 200Principles of Macroeconomics (satisfies Cultural Competence requirement)3
Arts & Humanities
Arts & Humanities Elective (Gen Ed course list) - Recommended course(s) below:3
Career Communication
Biological & Physical Sciences
Biological & Physical Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list) - Recommended course(s) below:3
Study of the Human Body
Interdisciplinary & Emerging Issues
NUTR 102Nutrition in a Changing World3
General Education Elective
General Education Elective (Gen Ed course list)3
Physical Education, Health, or Nutrition Requirement
Nutrition in a Changing World (satisfies this requirement)
Departmental Requirements
BMGT 103Introduction to Business3
BMGT 225Marketing3
BMGT 227Principles of Management3
CMIS 101Information Systems and Technology3
HCTI 101Sanitation and Food Safety2
HCTI 150Introduction to Hospitality Management3
HCTI 155Event Management3
HCTI 160Hospitality Operations3
HCTI 170Introduction to the Tourism Industry3
HCTI 220Food and Beverage Operations3
HCTI 230Restaurant Production and Service4
HCTI 255Applied Hospitality Management3
HCTI 265HCTI Practicum1
Elective2
Total Credits60

Transfer Note

For more information on careers and transfer, contact the Career and Academic Planning Services office at 301.846.2471 or visit Transfer Services.

Guided Pathway to Success (GPS)

Suggested schedules map your path to degree completion.

Students should meet with an advisor each semester to carefully select and sequence courses based on their specific academic goals and interests. Visit Jefferson Hall or call 301.846.2471 for advising.

Plan of Study Grid
Recommended First SemesterCredits
HCTI 101 Sanitation and Food Safety 2
HCTI 150 Introduction to Hospitality Management (7 1/2 week course) (Milestone) 1 3
HCTI 160 Hospitality Operations (7 1/2 week course) 1 3
ENGL 101 English Composition 3
Arts & Humanities Elective (Gen Ed course list) - Recommended course(s) below: 3
Career Communication  
 Credits14
Recommended Second Semester
Mathematics Elective (Gen Ed course list) - Recommended course(s) below: 3
Foundations of Mathematics  
ECON 200 Principles of Macroeconomics 3
BMGT 103 Introduction to Business 3
HCTI 155 Event Management (7 1/2 week course) 1 3
HCTI 220 Food and Beverage Operations (7 1/2 week course) (Milestone) 1 3
 Credits15
Recommended Third Semester
BMGT 227 Principles of Management 3
Elective 2 2
HCTI 170 Introduction to the Tourism Industry (7 1/2 week course) 1 3
HCTI 255 Applied Hospitality Management (7 1/2 week course) (Milestone) 1 3
HCTI 230 Restaurant Production and Service 4
 Credits15
Recommended Fourth Semester
BMGT 225 Marketing 3
General Education Elective (Gen Ed course list) 3
NUTR 102 Nutrition in a Changing World (satisfies Physical Education, Health, or Nutrition requirement) 3
Biological & Physical Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list) - Recommended course(s) below: 3
Study of the Human Body  
CMIS 101 Information Systems and Technology 3
HCTI 265 HCTI Practicum 3 1
 Credits16
 Total Credits60
1

Denotes courses that run for 7 1/2 weeks. When two 7 1/2 week courses are listed in the same semester, one is taken the 1st 7 1/2 weeks, the other is taken the 2nd 7 1/2 weeks – they are not taken at the same time.

2

Open elective - select any course(s) (credits may vary to fulfill degree requirements).

3

HCTI Practicum requires a minimum of 240 hours of work experience at approved site. It is recommended the practicum be completed during a summer term after the 2nd semester, but it may be completed anytime after the 2nd semester.

Part-time Students

Part-time students should complete courses in the order listed on the pathway. Please contact program manager for questions about part-time status.

Students who take fewer than 15 credits each semester or who require developmental English or Math coursework will need additional semesters to complete their degrees. Summer term and January session classes may help students to make faster progress.

Pathway Legend

Milestone - courses with the Milestone notation should be taken within the recommend credit range to stay on track for program completion.

Fall, Spring, Summer - courses with a Fall, Spring, or Summer notation indicate the course is offered in the specified semester only.