Hospitality Management

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

2009-01-22T07:37:00.000-08:00

Hotels are among the biggest earners of the foreign exchange. This is the result of the massive growth in tourism and the various liberalized economic policies. As a result of this a person who is well trained in the Hotel Management is required for the efficient services of the hotel. The different departments in a hotel which require trained professionals are the Front Office department, Food & Beverages department, House Keeping department and the restaurant. Front Office Management includes the reception, room allotment, issuing of bills, organizing transport and meeting the communication requirements of the guests. Therefore we can say that the front office is the main center of the hotel and it requires a high responsible person to look after each service of the front office. Preparation and distribution of food is handled by the food & beverages department. The house keeping department makes sure that the guests have a comfortable stay in their hotel. The restaurant is taken care by the restaurant manager. Job Prospects: Anyone who is trained in Hotel Management is eligible for jobs at any hotel, clubs, restaurant, resorts etc. Eligibility: This program basically starts after +2 / Equivalent level. There are diploma courses after +2 which is of three years. Those who graduate can opt for the diploma courses of one year. Degree courses for duration of four years have been offered for those who have completed the +2 / Equivalent level. This training involves both theory as well as practical sessions. Subjects cover all the different areas involved in the successful working of a hotel such as Front Office Management, Food & Beverages, Restaurant, Hotel Accountancy, Foreign language study etc.

WEL COME TO COLLEGE OF TOURISM & HOTEL MANAGEMENT

2009-01-18T03:20:00.000-08:00

On February 8, 2001, Niagara University’s Board of Trustees established a new college: the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management, formerly known as the Institute of Travel, Hotel and Restaurant Administration and prior to that as the Institute of Transportation, Travel and Tourism. This makes Niagara’s program only the fourth college of hospitality and tourism in the country, further positioning the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management as a leading national and international program.
The College of Hospitality and Tourism Management (CHTM) offered the world’s first bachelor’s degree in tourism and was the 7th program accredited in the country. Our College is ranked in the top 20 programs in the country – the smallest university on that list.
An emphasis of our curriculum is on practical learning experiences as we work closely with industry leaders to ensure that we are educating students to meet the needs of industry. Our College hosts over 20 leading national and international leaders each year, covering the breadth of the hospitality and tourism industry. Assisting in the marketability of our students is the Hospitality and Tourism Alumni Association that sponsors a "mentor" program, "spend a day with an alumnus” program, career panels, and brings job and internship opportunities to our students.
The College of Hospitality and Tourism Management is one of the founding members of The Leading Hotel Schools of the World, an association of leading hospitality programs worldwide that works with the 440, five-star Leading Hotels of the World.
Our job placement rate is 100% with 90% of our students working in their major. Major companies recruit on campus. The placement outlook is outstanding for this is the largest industry in the world and the first, second or third largest employer in 30 states. Government employment projections predict that over the next ten years management positions in lodging, foodservice, tourism, and recreation & sports will grow by twice the overall rate of employment growth in the economy

BUSINESS & HOSPITALITY

2009-01-15T08:50:00.000-08:00

MANAGEMENT OF HOSPITALITY & BUSINESS

The Hospitality Management option integrates the basic principles of business and hospitality management with the goal of pursuing a professional and management career in food services, lodging services, recreation services, or travel-related services. Constituting 126 hours for graduation, the core program consists of 35 hours of hospitality-related course work, including food science, food management, nutrition, sanitation, purchasing, and the management of institutional, commercial, catering, and fine dining facilities. In addition, the option is supplemented by a 21 hour concentration in business through the College of Commerce. Hands-on experience is provided through the management of Bevier Cafe and the Spice Box (two food service establishments on the University of Illinois campus), as well as through the completion of practical and professional work experiences consisting of 320 hours each. Unlike hospitality management programs in many other institutions, this option is science-based, which further enhances the student's knowledge in the management and handling of food, as well as providing a competitive edge upon graduation.

SINGAPORE IS BEST FOR INTERNSHIP

2009-01-15T07:58:00.000-08:00

Why Singapore is a good choice for internship or placement?
Corporate friendly environment - Voted the Best Business Destination successively in two years
Among the top GDPs in the world
Exceptional Governance and safe living environment with relatively low crime rate
Pollution free clean environment
Home to 9000 plus international companies
High standards of living (ranked as top Asian city for Quality of living by Mercer Consulting)
Efficient public transport network of buses, taxis and trains

"Singapore offers international students quality education as well as unique opportunities for a dream career. It offers world-class education at affordable costs and enables students to be plugged, first hand, into the pulse of high-end corporate business. Taking into account the 9,000 multinational companies in Singapore, students can look to an enriching learning experience and an opportunity to gain a foothold in many prestigious organizations."

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE FOR HOPITALITY MANAGEMENT& TOURISM

2009-01-15T07:26:00.000-08:00

DEPLOMA IN HOTEL MANAGEMENT & TOURISM

Tourism is one of the world's fastest growing industries, employs over 200,000 people in British Columbia, and offers a dramatic variety of career possibilities. According to Statistics Canada, 354,000 job openings are predicted Canada wide in the next 10 years and over 65,000 of those openings are anticipated to be for supervisors and managers. So, whether you are just starting out, looking to advance your current situation or transferring your skills from another industry, North Island College can put you on a path to a successful career in tourism.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Our program is the only provincially supported program that offers a "Dual Diploma" in Tourism and Hospitality. While our program emphasizes our regional characteristics and Coastal Tourism strengths, it provides specific skills in both Tourism (consider this leisure based activities) and Hospitality (consider this the businesses that support tourism). When comparing courses and course load we provide a broader range of courses that enable us to offer the dual diploma. You can view our course descriptions online in the calendar.
The "Dual Diploma" is special since it provides students with the widest range of options upon completion of the program – immediate employment or further education to the degree level. Graduates are qualified for most tourism or hospitality employment opportunities up to the supervisory level and some at the management level. In addition, if academically successful, graduates can continue their studies by enrolling in the third year of a university degree in either Tourism or Hospitality Degree programs at several universities with which our program is articulated – this means they recognize and accept your training at NIC. With all other diploma programs in the province students can only go forward with a tourism or hospitality focus, not both. Many applicants don't know what their focus or strength will be until they are exposed to both. A knowledge of both builds greater knowledge and networking opportunities within this service sector.
If your goal is to become a supervisor/manager of a full service resort, hotel, restaurant, adventure business or one of dozens of linked hospitality businesses or if your plan is to own or operate one of these businesses, then this program is for you. Demand for skilled trained hospitality and tourism supervisors and managers are excellent, not only in our college region, but provincially and nationally as well. Currently, we have a greater demand for qualified graduates than we can meet.
During year one of the program you will learn the key components of the manager/supervisor's role, gain hands-on, practical experience in a formal dining room setting, and become familiar with an operating kitchen. This first year will provide you with a solid foundation in key management areas such as accounting, marketing, computers, and human resource management as well as introduce you to practical applications in food and beverage and rooms division. Unique features of this program include a foundation in tourism as well as hospitality, and a strong emphasis on employability skills—those skills that will provide graduates with an advantage in the workplace. Throughout the program students monitor their progress in developing strong interpersonal, communication, team and leadership skills. Upon completion of year one, students are eligible for a Certificate in Tourism and Hospitality Management.
In year two of our program you will have an opportunity to supervise and manage staff in a variety of hospitality settings. You will direct staff in the dining room, take the lead role in planning, organizing, marketing and operating a special event, direct a catering function, and visit an international tourist destination (past students have visited Las Vegas, New Orleans and Cuba). You will also learn about key sales and advertising techniques, the economics of tourism businesses, and refine your account management skills. In the last term, students will have the opportunity to create a business plan for the business of their choice. Enhancing your employability skills will continue to be a strong focus of the program, assessing progress in not only supervisory skills but also in the areas of communication, conflict resolution, public speaking and computer use. Our courses will round out your knowledge of the industry to make you a sought after employee and give you the confidence to meet the challenges of the rapidly growing tourism hospitality industry.
WHY CHOOSE NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE?
North Island College is the only institution in British Columbia offering a dual diploma in hospitality and tourism. This unique opportunity provides graduates with career opportunities in the field of hospitality, including hotels, resorts and restaurants, as well as in tourism businesses including adventure and recreation, transportation, government and other business services. Not only are there more work opportunities, but the choices for furthering your education is also enhanced. The dual diploma provides access to year three of degree programs in both the fields of hospitality and tourism.
Our instructors are noted for their strong hospitality/tourism work experience, recognized connections with industry, and strong academic credentials. Each instructor works to design courses that include practical applications wherever possible so students get an opportunity to practice and perfect new skills. Wherever possible the program works closely with industry professionals, as guest speakers and through field trips, to provide connections between students and future employers in the industry. Positions held by our graduates include: resort sales manager, assistant restaurant manager, guest services manager, front desk manager, ski hill supervisor, fishing resort manager, adventure resort manager, and bed and breakfast owner.

Hospitality management school & college

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This school course prepares students to work at Management level with a broad range of skills for the Hospitality Industry. Areas covered at this schools course are advanced skills and knowledge in finance, staff supervision and quality management. Candidates can choose to complete the schools Diploma of Hospitality Management to incorporate a major in Commercial Cooking or Patisserie. The major refers to the Certificate Courses 'embedded' within the Diploma program.

Your first course choice reflects the role of a Manager, Team Leader or Trainer in various five star Hospitality Operations, covering major hotel functional areas such as Food & Beverage, Customer Service, accommodation, Finance and Marketing.

Your second course choice reflects the role of a qualified Sous Chef, based on very sophisticated technical applications involving competencies requiring increased theoretical cooking knowledge, applied in a non-routine environment and which involves team leadership, management and increased responsibility for better outcomes.

Hospitality at Lexington College about 30 years

2009-01-15T04:11:00.000-08:00

Lexington College in Chicago celebrates its 30th anniversary by inaugurating a new program that will expand its hospitality training to the area of Health Care and Wellness.October 13, 2007
For 30 years now Lexington has provided young women from all over the United States with individual attention in academic growth, career planning and personal development.“Lexington College's mission—to educate the whole woman while focusing on her professional development of knowledge and skill for a career in the hospitality industry— has stayed firm as the college has grown and developed with the role of women in the U.S. over the past 30 years. Today, as corporations and society realize the great value that women bring to the professions, Lexington’s holistic and rich educational experience is an incredibly valuable asset for young women,” said Lexington's President, Susan Mangels. Lexington Institute was founded in 1977 as corporate apostolate of Opus Dei to provide hospitality training for women. Its founders designed a program that would combine professional training and academic preparation with Christian values. For 30 years now Lexington has provided young women from all over the United States with individual attention in academic growth, career planning and personal development.
Over those thirty years, Lexington has grown into a four-year, accredited college and is the only all-women’s hospitality management college in the United States. The college prepares women for professional careers in the hospitality industry, offering programs in Hotel/Restaurant Management, Culinary Arts, Event Planning, and Health Care & Wellness that culminate in Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees. The hospitality industry is the largest, fastest growing industry in the world. In fact, more people work in the hospitality industry than any other retail profession in the United States.“Hospitality is all about people,” says Itezelle Arienza, class of 2010. “In order to be the best manager I can, I have to be the best person I can be. Lexington has helped me to set goals in all areas of my life—for my career, my personal life and even my spiritual life. I looked at several colleges before choosing Lexington. I love my job at the Marriott, I have great friends and I have grown in my faith. I know I made the right choice!”