The hospitality industry plays a vital role in U.S. economic development and employment, as well as in the global communities.  While running a business requires strong marketing, finance and communication skills, the hospitality industry requires all these and more.  Hospitality managers must create an experience for guests so unique and memorable that they will want to return repeatedly.  A B.S. in Hospitality Management provides students with all the business and managerial skills needed to succeed in a wide variety of hospitality and sport management careers.  The curriculum includes core business skills and core Hospitality Management skills.  The B.S. in Hospitality Management with emphasis in Sport Venue Management provides specialized instructions in the management and operation of sport venues in addition to the business of live entertainment including sports games, tournaments, concerts and event production.  Upon successful completion of the curriculum, students will be prepared to assume leadership positions in the dynamic sport venue and entertainment industries.

This is an emphasis area of the following major:

• Hospitality Management, BS

This major has the following additional emphasis areas:

• Conference and Event Planning Management
• Food and Beverage Management
• Lodging Management

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