What can I do in hospitality?
The career options in hospitality and tourism are endless. Lodging and resort managers
have the opportunity to impact every aspect of the guest’s stay, beginning with arrival
and registration. Event planners and convention services managers organize travel,
food and beverage, lodging and entertainment for corporate and leisure travelers.
Wedding planners can become specialists in the art of creating the perfect wedding.
What characteristics and skills do I need to work in this field?
Effective communication skills are vital, since hospitality professionals routinely
communicate with clients, vendors and employees. Organizational planning as well as
leadership, team-building and problem-solving skills are key in all areas of guest
services. Hospitality professionals must be proficient in industry-specific technology,
such as electronic property management systems, spreadsheets and online marketing
and guest interaction software.
Where can I work?
Hospitality professionals work in hotels, motels, resorts, restaurants, attractions,
cruise ships, convention and visitors bureaus, conference services companies and catering
firms. They may also find employment in historical venues, corporations, governments,
travel agencies, and association management companies. Some hospitality professionals
create and direct an array of independent businesses.
What does Trident Technical College offer?
Trident Technical College’s Hospitality and Tourism Management degree and certificate
programs prepare students for supervisory positions in lodging operations, restaurants,
beverage operations, resorts, tourism attractions and a variety of other areas of
the travel and tourism industry.
Hospitality and Tourism Department Program Mission
The Hospitality and Tourism Management degree and certificate programs prepare students
for successful career paths within the hospitality and tourism industry including
lodging, food service, tourism, beverage and event segments.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Hospitality and Tourism Management AAS program, students should
be able to:
- Identify and apply the knowledge and skills necessary for hospitality and tourism
operations.
- Develop and integrate a core set of business skills necessary to successfully operate
a hospitality and tourism organization.
- Demonstrate competence in the communication skills necessary for hospitality and tourism
management.
- Formulate business decisions in hospitality and tourism management.
- Evaluate leadership principles necessary in the diverse and global hospitality and
tourism industry.
Professional Placement Rates
Take advantage of our 100% graduate placement rate!
Student Retention Rates
| Student Retention Data |
2018-2019 |
2019-2020 |
2020-2021 |
2021-2022 |
Retention Rate %
(Fall to Fall persistence) |
68.4% |
58.8% |
52.9% |
73.5%
|
Recommended Sequence of Courses
A recommended course sequence is a structured plan to help students complete degree
requirements efficiently. Click here for the
Hospitality and Tourism Management associate degree sample program.
Hospitality and Tourism Management, AAS - Career Outlook