Our program is broad-based and includes studies in Hotel & Event Management and Culinary Management.Our four- year program prepares students for positions in hotels, restaurants, convention bureaus, resorts and other hospitality and recreational facilities.
Welcome to the world of Hospitality Management. This academic area is full of opportunities to travel and work with people from all over the world. The industry is fast-paced and high-energy and allows you to work in some of the most beautiful vacation spots on Earth! Southwest Minnesota State University offers the Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management.
Our program is broad-based and includes studies in Hotel & Event Management and Culinary Management.Our four- year program prepares students for positions in hotels, restaurants, convention bureaus, resorts and other hospitality and recreational facilities.
The Hotel & Event Management concentration focuses on contemporary issues related to strategic management in the hotel and event industry. Students are prepared for employment in management trainee and supervisory positions at hotels, public institutions and private clubs, entertainment venue manager, wedding sales manager, convention and meeting manager, event manager, etc., with the opportunity for advancement to upper-level management positions.
The Culinary Management concentration prepares graduates for positions as supervising chefs in hotels, restaurants, clubs and resorts, cafes and eateries, hospitals, catering companies, and more. This concentration will allow students with a passion for culinary arts to obtain a baccalaureate degree and advance professionally in the future
Internships
Hospitality Management students need to complete two internships prior to graduation. The purpose of internship requirement is to expose students in a real-life industry setting across various industry sector or service levels.
Students can use internship requirements to identify their area of interest in the industry sector or service positions. Below are places our Hospitality Management students have completed their internship experiences in the recent past.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities include being a Food Service Manager, Guest Services Manager, Catering Coordinator, Event Planner, Production Manager, Restaurant Manager, Dining Room Manager, Sous Chef, Assistant Housekeeping Director and Food & Beverage Manager.
About Southwest Minnesota State University
Southwest Minnesota State University is a four-year public university offering a high quality education in the liberal arts and professions to prepare you for a life that is successful both personally and professionally. SMSU has grown into a university of choice with high national rankings, producing scholars who become the leaders, thinkers, and entrepreneurs of the future.
Strong academics, fulfilling social activities, rewarding civic engagement projects, and support from fellow Mustangs in a close-knit environment mean you will get the education of a lifetime at a price that won’t take a lifetime to pay for. We invite you to visit SMSU and to see for yourself all that we have to offer.
Mission, Vision, and Values
Southwest Minnesota State University's Mission Statement:
"Southwest Minnesota State University prepares students to meet the complex challenges of this century as engaged citizens in their local and global communities. Our comprehensive degree programs, taught in the liberal arts tradition, are dedicated to connecting students' academic and practical professional development experiences in southwestern Minnesota to the wider world."
SMSU Vision Statement:
SMSU aspires to be recognized throughout Minnesota and beyond for being an inclusive and student-centered university.
SMSU Value Statement:
We value:
Discovery through innovative teaching, research and other high-impact experiences.
Civic engagement and strategic partnerships.
Developing broadly educated and well-rounded leaders.
Through a combination of hands-on experience, industry insights, and specialized coursework, you'll develop the skills needed to excel in hospitality management. Whether you dream of orchestrating seamless operations in a luxury resort, curating exceptional dining experiences in a world-class resta...
Completion of our bachelor's degree requires a minimum of 120 credit hours of course work and a minimum of 1,000 clock hours of work experience in the hospitality industry.
As a student in this program, you will gain the administrative and practical skills you need to succeed in a leadership role in the industry, whether your career is in hotels, resorts, restaurants, events, clubs or another area.
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Our Hospitality and Event Management Program focuses on helping you develop critical thinking skills through experiential learning. Students take courses to learn about culinary arts and food service, lodging, event planning, nutrition, and business to build skills for a variety of professions.
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