Our flexible program provides the knowledge and hands-on training you need to take fullest advantage of career opportunities in this industry. Youll hone the skills necessary to be a successful manager in a variety of businesses, including hotels, restaurants, clubs, school food services, cruise lines, wedding consultations, and areas of the travel and tourism industry.<br><br>BS in Hospitality Management<br>Classroom studies are not theoretical. Youll cover topics in several operational areas (see below). Youll also explore practical skills, such as preparing a resume and presenting during a job interview. Every part of your education is geared toward landing your first job.<br>Youll complete 45 credits of Hospitality Management core credits. These credits prepare you for Hospitality Management careers by giving you the chance to apply essential skills, such as managerial skills, through the operation of the Allenwood foodservice laboratory. <br>Choose a 12-credit concentration in either Hotel and Lodging Management or Special Events/Tourism Management. <br>To give you the professional experience needed to be hired for management, IUP requires you to have at least 240 hours of field experience prior to graduation. Summer jobs in the hotel and restaurant sectors are an excellent way to engage with a community and acclimate to your field of choice.<br>At least 240 hours must be through an internship, which is required for this major. Internships, domestic and international, are an essential step in your education. They are geared toward job recruiters who expect prospective employees to have ample experience upon graduation. Some internships lead to postgraduate employment.<br>Our faculty will help you set up an online job search mechanism so that your search for employment follows trends and is far-reaching.