Why Choose Hospitality Management?
| The hospitality management program at Kansas State University is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration. The program is recognized nationally and internationally for the quality of education students receive and the quality of its graduates. Top-notch faculty prepare students for exciting careers in all facets of the hospitality industry. |
A strong business acumen is an important element of successful hospitality operations. The program includes professional courses in management, marketing, finance and accounting that allows students to earn a minor in business administration.
The department helps place students into internships that provide an interesting and relevant work experience to further interest in a given field of study. Some past internships include: Disneyland Resort Cast Member- Anaheim, CA Pinstripes Catering / Sales Intern- Chicago, IL Villa Mayo Resort Sales Management- Bali (Indonesia) Custer Resorts Intern- Custer, SD Woods Hole Golf Club Supervisory Intern- Falmouth, MA AMC Theatre Support Events/Production Intern- Leawood, KS |
Through internship experiences students gain valuable experience in operations. This provides students with the ability to apply concepts learned in the classroom to actual work situations. Foodservice, lodging, and event management experiences are completed within hospitality organizations around the world.Students Say It Best
“The in depth direction students receive during classes and professor insight towards the industry has allowed me to gain knowledge on industry practices that have enriched my passion towards this ever evolving industry.” - Mary E. | “It’s such a versatile area that I feel like every day is different and it challenges me to be creative, adaptable and think on my feet.” - Chloe F. | “I love lodging management because it gives me a realistic hands on approach to learning about a business. It is an ever changing industry that always gives you a chance to work with people every day.” - Nick R. |
Student Learning Outside of the ClassroomConferences Every year students attend various conferences in order to build connections with industry professionals and learn about current trends in events. Through these conferences and others, students are given the opportunity to establish important networking connections, develop peer relationships, and learn more about the business. National Restaurant Association Show- Chicago, IL HX: The Hotel Experience- New York City, New York Meeting Professionals International (MPI) Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) IMEX- Las Vegas, NV Faculty-Led Trips The Department of Hospitality Management provides international study opportunities for students to increase learning through immersive experiences in another culture. Faculty has led study trips to Korea France Costa Rica Northern Ireland
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To encourage students to participate in these international experiences, the department provides scholarships to help offset the cost.