Minor in Hospitality Management

A minor in Hospitality Event Management provides students with foundational knowledge and practical skills in planning, organizing, and managing events within the hospitality industry. The program typically covers event design, budgeting, marketing, logistics, and customer service, focusing on delivering memorable guest experiences. Students will gain hands-on experience through case studies or immersive-based learning, preparing them for careers in event planning, hotel and venue management, corporate meetings, and tourism events. 

What You Will Learn

The classes you will take include:

• HOSP 105 Hospitality and Foodservice Industry (3)
• HOSP 287 Introduction to Event Management (3)
• HOSP 387 Event Mechanics and Promotions (3) or FASH 381 Fashion Special Event Promotion (3)

and two of the following:

• HOSP 210 Customer Service (3)
• HOSP 487 Event Production in the Modern Hospitality Industry (3)
• MKG 300 Principles of Marketing (3)
• MKG 370 Introduction to Digital Marketing Strategy (3)

or a complete list of all courses and their descriptions, please see our Course Catalog.

Future Job Opportunities

A minor in hospitality opens doors to a variety of exciting career paths where you can showcase your organizational skills and creativity. Here are some potential opportunities:

• Event Planner: Take the lead in planning and executing memorable events, from corporate galas to community celebrations.
• Meeting Planner: Specialize in coordinating smaller-scale corporate meetings and conferences, ensuring every detail runs smoothly.
• Convention Planner: Oversee large-scale conferences with multiple sessions and attendees, creating seamless experiences for participants.
• Wedding Planner: Help couples bring their dream weddings to life by managing every aspect of their special day.

With a hospitality minor, you'll be prepared to pursue these dynamic roles and more, making a lasting impact in the fast-paced, people-focused world of event and hospitality management.

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What Majors Pair with this Minor

A hospitality event minor works well with majors in:

• Business Administration
• Fashion Industry
• General Studies
• Journalism
• Marketing
• Public Relations
• Sports Administration