Hospitality Management offers students diverse learning experiences related to Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Tourism, Event Management.
Graduates of this program build rewarding careers as administrators and creative professionals in hotels; restaurants; resorts and country clubs; conference centers; event planning; retirement communities; banquet and catering facilities; retail and marketing; airlines; cruise lines; travel agencies; tour companies; tourist bureaus; travel journals; corporate travel departments; recreation; cultural heritage sites; and other areas. Prepare for these opportunities through the Bachelor of Science Degree Program in Hospitality Management at St. John’s University. Offered through the Collins College of Professional Studies, the 120-credit program provides the knowledge, skills, and experience to succeed in this booming industry. Hospitality and tourism services are among today’s fastest-growing fields, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Experts in the UN World Tourism Organization predict that the industries account for 10% of global GDP and provides around one in 10 jobs worldwide. The demand will be especially great for well-educated managers. The program focuses on fundamental competencies that are vital for future managers. With the program’s extensive professional connections in the industry, students gain real-world experience through valuable internships throughout the New York metropolitan area and abroad. They also have the strong liberal arts and business courses to pursue graduate or law study. There is also master’s degree in International Hospitality Management, open to all undergraduate majors, which can be started early by qualified students.
The Hospitality Management program has already been successful for many students. Some of our graduates from the class of 2021 and 2022 have already landed the following positions at Conrad Midtown: Group Desk Manager, Executive Meeting Manager, Food & Beverage Manager, Event Manager, Front Desk Coordinator and HR Coordinator.
Students majoring in hospitality management are strongly encouraged to complete a 125-hour internship. An internship allows students to gain hands-on experience and become comfortable working in this fast-paced industry. St. John’s HMT students are afforded opportunities to work at some of the top hotels and entertainment venues in the New York City metropolitan area and beyond. A partial list of internship partners is provided below:
The hospitality management program at St. John’s University offers students the opportunity to study abroad for a semester, while earning 3–6 credits with an unpaid internship at a major hospitality site in Rome, Italy; Paris, France; or Limerick, Ireland. The international internships in hospitality management have been developed in order to provide practical experience in various aspects of the hospitality and tourism industry to further prepare hospitality management majors for their professional careers. It also provides students with a global perspective of the industry.
In addition, the Office of Global Studies works closely with HMT faculty members to offer meaningful study abroad experiences for HMT students. Through the University’s well-established study abroad program, students may find themselves studying cruise management aboard a cruise liner in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean or learning about resort management at a major vacation destination.
Demonstrate the ability to think critically about business issues
Students will be able to diagnose and categorize a problem
Students will be able to gather and analyze relevant data needed to address the problem
Students will be able to identify and evaluate competing solutions
Demonstrate proficiency in information literacy about business issues.
Students will be able to understand and apply fundamental concepts
Students will be able to design a research objective appropriate to the assignment
Students will be able to locate information from a variety of sources
Demonstrate the ability to write skillfully about business issues
Students will be able to address assignment appropriately
Students will be able to write grammatically correct and well-presented material in standard business English
Students will be able submit written assignments that are coherent, organized, and concise
Demonstrate skill in oral presentation about business issues.
Students will be able to use evidence and research appropriate to topic and organize the materials for presentation
Students will be able to engage the audience, using language appropriate to audience and assignment
Students will be able to use appropriate and effective supplementary materials
Demonstrate the understanding of the foundations and importance of business ethics and social responsibility
Students will be able to understand diversity issues in the workplace and society
Students will be able to identify appropriate values in various business situations
Students will be able to identify ethical behavior in a given business situations
Diverse classes taught by scholarly professors and industry professionals
Eligible HMT UG students will have the ability to start the fast-track program to secure their MS (5-year program)
Close proximity to NYC, the largest hospitality employers in the world, and the most prominent travel destination
Students can specialize in four professional tracks: Hotel, Foodservice, Event, Tourism
Hands-on learning experience: Internships, service-learning, student clubs, research competition, etc.
Required Coursework: 21 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HMT | 1000 | Orientation of Hospitality Management | 3 |
| HMT | 1003 | Food and Beverage Service | 3 |
| HMT | 1005 | Travel and Tourism | 3 |
| HMT | 1007 | Hospitality Law and Ethics | 3 |
| HMT | 1009 | Capstone Hospitality Management | 3 |
| HMT | 1030 | Hospitality Marketing | 3 |
| MGT | 1003 | Financial Management | 3 |
Elective Coursework: 15 Credits from any HMT Elective
Required Coursework: 21 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACC | 1007 | Fundamentals of Accounting I | 3 |
| ACC | 1008 | Fundamentals of Accounting II | 3 |
| BLW | 1001 | Law and Business | 3 |
| CUS | 1102 | Software Applications | 3 |
| ECO | 1001 | Principles of Economics I | 3 |
| ECO | 1002 | Principles of Economics II | 3 |
| MGT | 1001 | Principles of Management I | 3 |
Free Electives: 12 Credits
3 Credits from the following course:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG | 1006 | Effective Business Writing | 3 |
3 Credits from either or:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTH | 1003 | Introduction to College Mathematics I | 3 |
| MTH | 1021 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
3 Credits from either or:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSY | 1001 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC | 1001 | General Sociology | 3 |
36 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNY | 1000C | Discover New York | 3 |
| FYW | 1000C | First Year Writing | 3 |
| ENG | 1100C | Literature in a Global Context | 3 |
| HIS | 1000C | Emergence of a Global Society | 3 |
| PHI | 1000C | Philosophy of the Human Person | 3 |
| PHI | 1020 or 2200 series | Philosophy | 3 |
| PHI | 3000C | Metaphysics
| 3
|
| SCI
| 1000C
| Scientific Inquiry
| 3
|
| SPE
| 1000C
| Public Speaking for the College Student
| 3
|
| THE
| 1000C
| Perspectives on Christianity
| 3
|
| THE
| 1040 Series
| Theology
| 3
|
| THE
| Any THE Elective
| 3
|
And: Modern Foreign Language/Cultural Studies: 6 Credits from:
6 Credits from any second language or:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ART
| 1000C
| The Creative Process
| 3
|
| LAC
| 1000C
| Language and Culture
| 3
|
Students majoring in other disciplines are able to complete a minor in either Event Management or Food Service Management by completing 18 credit hours in department-designated courses.
**This program also has a Pathways to MS International Hospitality Management. To get more information on our Pathways program, please visit our CCPS Pathways page or contact your academic advisor.
In addition to our major in Hospitality Management, students interested in enhancing their skill set also have the option of earning Digital Badges in various fields. In order to obtain a badge, students must complete all required activities/classes for the badge they wish to be awarded. For a complete listing of those badges, please visit this link.
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The hospitality industry has been growing and is predicted to keep growing 5.5% every year from 2020 to 2025 despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
St. John’s University’s Master of Science Degree Program in International Hospitality Management responds to the explosive growth in the global hospitality industry in recent years. More people are traveling than ever before for both business and pleasure. The industry today is full of new and exciting varieties of hotels, restaurants, brands, experiences, adventures and more.
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