Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Contact Information: Program Office 615-916-5595, Southeast Campus, Program Site, E-mail: hospitality@nscc.edu

The goal of the Hospitality and Tourism Management program is to prepare students to enter various phases of the hospitality industry. The program includes a solid business core requirement, affording students with a broader base of business skills useful in the industry.

Graduates of the program should be able to:

• Apply basic management theories and principles;
• Integrate various hospitality disciplines;
• Identify industry issues and use appropriate problem-solving techniques; and
• Demonstrate an understanding of the global nature of hospitality industry.

Admission Requirements

Students must establish placement by transfer credits, college entrance exam scores, or college placement testing.

Career Opportunities

• Small Business Operator
• Assistant Manager
• Event Coordinator
• Front Desk Supervisor
• Operations Manager

Grading Policy

A grade of “C” or above must be earned in CULA and HMGT prerequisite courses to meet requirements for enrollment in subsequent courses. A grade of “C” or above in all CULA and HMGT courses must be earned prior to graduation.

Transfer/Advising

The A.A.S. degree is designed to prepare a student for employment upon graduation. Some universities, at their discretion, accept some technical courses for transfer. A student who plans to transfer to a university should consult his/her advisor and the receiving university about transfer and articulation policies. Failure to do so could result in loss of transfer credits.

Internship Requirements

Students must complete an internship in a supervised work experience within the hospitality field prior to completing the requirements for an A.A.S. degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management.