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Associate of Arts in Hospitality
The Associate of Arts in Hospitality assists you in preparing for a career in the food service industry. This online program is designed to increase your understanding of proper operational procedures including: purchasing and storage; food service sanitation; food preparation; legal and insurance requirements; and marketing and sales. Completion of this associate degree could also be used as a springboard to a bachelor’s level program.
This program has been designed in consultation with industry business leaders and is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP®).
ACBSP® is a registered trademark of the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.
Degree Program Objectives
In addition to the institutional and degree level learning objectives, graduates of this program are expected to achieve these learning outcomes:
- Describe the career opportunities and future industry growth forecasts as they relate to the different segments of the Hospitality Industry.
- Demonstrate food safety practices that will ensure safe food production from purchase to service.
- Demonstrate application of theory and concepts as they relate to the various responsibilities of a foodservice manager.
- Implement strategies to effectively manage and improve restaurant performance, based on operational theory and procedures.
- Analyze hospitality operation processes and attributes and the legal implication of proper or improper management.
Degree at a Glance
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General Education Requirements
30
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Major Required
12
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General Concentration
9
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Final Program Requirement
3
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Elective Requirements
6
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Total Semester Hours
60
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Degree Program Requirements
General Education (30 semester hours)
| Arts & Humanities (6 semester hours) 1 |
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Select 2 courses from the following:
6
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| Civics, Political & Social Sciences (6 semester hours) 2 |
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Select 2 courses from the following:
6
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| Communication: Writing, Oral, and Multimedia (9 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| History (3 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| Mathematics and Applied Reasoning (3 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| Natural Sciences (3 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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Total Semester Hours
30
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Major Required (12 semester hours)
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Select 4 courses from the following:
12
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Introduction to Hospitality Management
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Hotel and Restaurant Purchasing
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Introduction to Hotel and Restaurant Law
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Hospitality Marketing
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Total Semester Hours
12
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Concentration in Restaurant Operations (9 semester hours)
Provides an introduction to food and beverage management operations, including: marketing, menu planning, logistical support, production, service, cost controls, and quality assurance. Also examines topics related to foodborne diseases and how to control them.
Objectives
Students who successfully complete this concentration will be able to:
- Demonstrate food safety practices that will ensure safe food production from purchase to service.
- Demonstrate application of theory and concepts as they relate to the various responsibilities of a foodservice manager.
- Implement strategies to effectively manage and improve restaurant performance, based on operational theory and procedures.
Concentration Requirements (9 semester hours)
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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Total Semester Hours
9
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Final Program Requirement (3 semester hours)
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Total Semester Hours
3
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Elective Requirements (6 semester hours)
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Select any courses comprised of lower (100-200) level courses not already taken to fulfill requirements listed above. Additional general education courses may be taken to fulfill elective requirements
6
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Total Semester Hours
6
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All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing or ENGL110-Making Writing Relevant.
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All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing or ENGL110-Making Writing Relevant.
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To be taken as the last course before graduation.