PURPOSE: This 12-Month Program with integrated internship prepares students for jobs in hospitality management. This degree is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. All Career-technical degrees are guided by input from local business leaders and the advisory committees which is comprised of local business leaders.
CREDENTIALS: A Career Studies Certificate (CSC) is a program of study typically less than one year in length with a major in a career-technical area. Students receiving a CSC intend to pursue immediate employment.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES: By the completion of this program, students will be expected to demonstrate an intermediate level of competency in the following skills:
a. Describe the structure, scope, and economic impact of the hospitality industry.
b. Demonstrate effective guest service and communication skills.
c. Apply operational principles to hospitality events, food service, and lodging services.
d. Interpret and apply laws and ethical standards relevant to hospitality businesses.
e. Develop marketing and sales strategies tailored to hospitality enterprises.
f. Gain extensive hands-on experience through a continous internship.
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