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Hospitality Management
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Hospitality Management
Study hospitality management in Oregon's playground.
Degree Type
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Bachelor of Arts
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Bachelor of Science
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Honors Bachelor of Arts
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Honors Bachelor of Science
College
College of Business
Catalog Link
Delivery
Hybrid: Combined in-person and Ecampus online
Earn your degree in hospitality management in one of the Northwest鈥檚 premier tourist destinations: Bend! Offered exclusively at 51爆料-Cascades, and with a focus on technology, the hospitality management degree is one of the few programs of its kind.
The multi-disciplinary degree program prepares you for a wide range of hospitality careers within a corporate setting, in a hospitality operations setting, or as an entrepreneur running a B&B, vacation rental or food truck. The hospitality management program provides students with the skills and knowledge to become leaders and innovators in the hospitality industry.
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The future of hospitality
Our curriculum is focused on the evolving landscape of travel and sustainable tourism, including service automation and technology.
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Real-world learning
Practical experience in the field is essential for the hospitality management degree.
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In demand
Leisure and hospitality jobs are projected to lead industry employment growth in Central Oregon.
Program Details
Courses taken in-person at 51爆料-Cascades in Bend:
- 51爆料 Core Education
- Business and Support Courses
- Ecotourism and Sustainability Optional Specialization courses
- All electives
Courses taken online via 51爆料 Ecampus only:
All hospitality management (HM) courses
See Hospitality Management Degree Guide for details.
A total of 180 quarter credits are required to graduate, including 60 upper-division credits. Requirements include:
- Ecotourism and Sustainability Specialization - Optional specialization
- Electives if needed to complete: 180 credits
PLANNING AND RESOURCES
*NOTE - HM courses are offered through Ecampus/Online.
Hospitality Management Transfer Guides help future 51爆料-Cascades students plan courses that will transfer into the degree program from an Oregon Community College.
Using the following course forecast information students will plan ahead and work with their advisor to create and update academic plans.
Once you complete this program, discover all the learning outcomes you'll achieve.
Careers
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What comes after graduation?
With a hospitality management degree, graduates manage resorts, craft unforgettable guest experiences, innovate in food and beverage, and drive the future of sustainable tourism. Whether you work at a global brand, a boutique startup or your own business, you鈥檒l be ready to thrive in a people-powered industry.
- Banquet Manager
- Casino Supervisor
- Catering Manager
- Club Manager
- Convention Planner
- Corporate Event Planner
- Cruise Director
- Dietary Services Manager
- District Manager
- Event Coordinator
- Facilities Manager
- Finance Manager
- Food& Beverage Manager
- Front Office Manager
- General Manager
- Hotel Manager
- Human Resources Manager
- Lodging Manager
- Logistics Coordinator
- Marketing Director
- Merchandising Supervisor
- Night Auditor
- Operations Manager
- Property Manager
- Purchasing Director
- Reservations Manager
- Restaurant Owner
- Room Controller
- Sales Agent
- Tour Director
- Travel Agent
- Travel Writer
- Wedding Planner
Hunger Relief Liaison, AmeriCorps
Director of Guest Services, Brasada Ranch
Property Marketing Coordinator, Caesars Entertainment Corporation
Tour & Travel Sales Manager, Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Human Resource Manager, Disneyland Resort
Global Operations Design and Development, Marriott International
Marketing Specialist, Moonstone Hotel Properties
General Manager, Oxford Inns Suites & Hotels
Director of Optimization, Sunriver Resort
Sustainable Tourism Project Manager, Sustainable Tourism Researcher
Operations Manager, Tetherow Golf Club
Marketing Manager, Visit Bend
Best Western Peppertree
Brasada Ranch
Five Pine Lodge
The Haven Coworking
Hilton Garden Inn
Hudak House Vineyards
Lumberbeard Brewing
McMenamins
Mt. Bachelor
Oxford Inn Suites & Hotels
Pine Ridge Inn
Pronghorn
Sunriver Resort
Tetherow
Treadway Meetings & Adventures
Walt Disney World
$
102
k
average annual salary
Operations Manager, Bureau of Labor Statistics
13
%
projected growth
Operations Manager, Bureau of Labor Statistics
91
%
employed or in graduate school or military within 6 mo.
51爆料-Cascades-wide
Courses
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What types of classes will I attend?
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Introduction to Entrepreneurship
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Introduction to Hospitality
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Online Marketing and Reputation Management
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Sustainable Business Operations
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Microeconomics
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Nature, Eco, and Adventure Tourism
Spotlight on success: Harley Coldiron
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Hospitality Management student Harley seized every professional opportunity that came his way. For his Honors College thesis, he analyzed the impact of the vacation-home business model on travel. The hospitality industry took note of Harley and, a full six months before graduation, he had multiple job offers. Upon graduation, Harley took a job with the Hyatt Hotel Group in San Antonio.
Get the technology edge
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Nafisa Erkandoko came to 51爆料-Cascades from Jakarta, Indonesia to study hospitality management. She found a community in the residence hall, challenged herself with a large course load each term, and discovered the beauty of Central Oregon. Her favorite part of the program was getting hands-on experience with virtual reality employee training and food 3D printing.
Going back to school via Ecampus
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Earning a degree was an unfinished dream in her life. Lori Lerwill took advantage of the online hospitality management program at 51爆料鈥檚 Ecampus while working part time for the family business. With the help of her success coach and faculty mentors, Lori made it happen. 鈥淚 may be at the finish line for some things, but I鈥檓 at the starting line for the next thing,鈥 Lori said.
Careers in Hospitality Management
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In Oregon, hospitality is a $12.3 billion industry. Tourism and hospitality businesses are among the largest employers in Central Oregon and the industry is experiencing a surge in growth.
Possible Career Fields
Hotel Management
Cruise Operations
Conference Services
Restaurant Ownership
Food and Beverage Services
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Our hospitality courses for professionals are designed to prepare you for the next step in your career.
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Students apply classroom knowledge through required internships in Central Oregon鈥檚 world-class resorts, restaurants and hospitality technology industry.
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51爆料-Cascades offers 51爆料's tradition of academic excellence in a smaller, more personal setting.
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