Hospitality and Tourism Management, B.S.

Offering both on-campus and online options, the Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management prepares students for a wide range of management roles in sectors such as hotels, restaurants, event planning, travel, tourism, attractions, craft beverages, esports, and experience management. Are you interested in the rapidly growing field of competitive gaming? The concentration in esports management is for you. Develop your expertise in esports marketing, management, and operations.

Students complete core courses that provide a solid foundation in hospitality and tourism management, while also selecting electives to tailor their education to specific industry segments. Elective courses include hotel and lodging operations management, destination management, sustainable food and beverage practices, revenue management, event planning, wine appreciation, and attraction management.

This comprehensive program not only imparts essential industry knowledge but also fosters critical skills such as leadership, communication, and strategic thinking, preparing graduates to excel in a dynamic and rapidly evolving field. With hands-on learning opportunities and industry connections, students are well-equipped to embark on successful careers.

Program Distinctions

Accreditations and affiliations include:

• Travel and Tourism Research Association
• Guilford County Hotel Association
• Piedmont Triad Destination Marketing Organization
• Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality Club
• University of North Carolina at Greensboro Chapter – ETA SIGMA DELTA International Hospitality Management Society (Honor Society)
• North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association – Member
• American Hotel & Lodging Association – Member
• North Carolina Travel Industry Association – Member
• AACSB Accreditation

The Student Experience

• You will have the opportunity to explore a diverse range of topics that will prepare you for various roles in the hospitality and tourism industry, including hotel and lodging management, restaurant management, destination management, food and beverage management, revenue management, event planning, and wine and craft beverage administration.
• You will also benefit from extensive networking opportunities with industry employers through guest speakers and student organizations like the Hospitality and Tourism Student Club. Our program boasts partnerships with numerous local and global organizations, including Proximity Hotel, O. Henry Hotel, Marriott Hotels, GIA Restaurant, Guilford County Hotel Association, and the Piedmont Triad Destination Marketing Organization. Plus, many of our alumni hold key management positions or own local businesses, providing valuable connections in the field.
• While studying in the Hospitality and Tourism Management Program, you may earn certifications in the areas of food service safety, hotel industry analytics, and responsible alcohol service:
  • AHLEI Management of Food and Beverage Operations 
  • AHLEI Hospitality Facilities Management and Design 
  • AHLEI Revenue Management

After Graduation

• Nearly 100 percent of our graduates are employed within six months, with 89 percent of them obtaining employment within three months of graduation.
• Graduates have obtained employment at companies such as Marriott International, the Walt Disney Co., Darden Restaurants, Quaintance-Weaver Restaurants & Hotels, VisitNC, and the Greensboro Convention & Visitors Bureau.
• Potential career paths include hotel management, hotel sales, luxury resort management, casino operations, cruise ship and theme park management, tour guide, tourism destination management, concert promoter, festival coordinator, wedding planner, food and beverage manager, private club manager, restaurant or bakery owner, sommelier, winery tasting room manager, and wine and craft beverage manager.