Hospitality Management
The Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management prepares students for dynamic careers in the global hospitality and tourism industry. The program emphasizes management expertise and service excellence, enabling students to oversee operations in hotels, resorts, restaurants, and event management. Students develop skills in customer service, business management, financial planning, marketing, and strategic decision-making, while gaining practical insights into hospitality operations. Coursework integrates management theory, service quality, and operational best practices, preparing graduates to lead teams, enhance guest experiences, and implement efficient hospitality strategies in diverse professional settings.
Over four years, students engage in courses covering hotel and restaurant management, event planning, hospitality marketing, financial management, and leadership skills. Practical experiences, including internships, industry placements, and project-based learning, provide hands-on opportunities to manage operations, plan events, and solve real-world challenges. Students also explore tourism trends, sustainability in hospitality, and customer experience optimization, preparing them to navigate the evolving demands of the hospitality sector. By the final year, graduates demonstrate professional competence and strategic thinking, positioning them for leadership roles in hotels, resorts, restaurants, event management companies, or for pursuing advanced studies in hospitality and tourism management.
Key information
Key Facts
- Program Title: Hospitality Management
- Degree Type: Bachelor of Science
- Duration: 4 years
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 05 January 2026
- Location: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, United States
- Field of Study: Hospitality Management
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Year 1 - Foundations in Hospitality Management
• Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism
• Principles of Management and Leadership
• Academic Writing and Research Methods
• Customer Service Fundamentals
Year 2 - Core Hospitality Practices
• Food and Beverage Management
• Hotel Operations and Front Office Management
• Hospitality Marketing and Communication
• Financial Management in Hospitality
Year 3 - Applied Hospitality Management
• Event Planning and Management
• Tourism and Hospitality Sustainability
• Internship in Hotels, Resorts, or Event Companies
• Elective Modules in Hospitality or Tourism
Year 4 - Capstone and Professional Integration
• Independent Project or Hospitality Strategy Plan
• Internship in Management or Operations
• Seminar in Contemporary Hospitality Trends
• Advanced Topics in Service and Operations Management
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in hotel and resort management, event planning, tourism operations, restaurant management, and hospitality consulting. Career paths include positions in hotels, resorts, event management firms, tourism organizations, and restaurants, where professionals plan and execute operations, manage staff, and enhance customer experiences. Graduates may also pursue entrepreneurship in hospitality, consultancy, or continue with advanced studies in tourism and hospitality management. The program equips students with operational expertise, strategic management skills, and professional competence, enabling them to excel in diverse hospitality and tourism environments.
Why Choose This Program
This program is ideal for students passionate about hospitality, service excellence, and management, seeking to combine operational expertise with strategic leadership skills. Learners develop management competence, customer service skills, analytical thinking, and professional readiness, enabling them to manage complex hospitality operations and create exceptional guest experiences. The four-year curriculum balances theoretical knowledge, practical training, internships, and project-based learning, providing a comprehensive foundation in hospitality and tourism management. By integrating industry experience with management theory, students gain the skills, confidence, and adaptability required to pursue leadership roles in hotels, resorts, restaurants, event companies, or to continue with advanced studies in hospitality and tourism, positioning themselves as versatile and skilled professionals in the sector.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the graduate admissions office at:
Phone: 217-333-0035
Email: grad@illinois.edu
Address: The Graduate College, 507 East Green Street, Suite 101, MC-434, Champaign, IL 61820, United States
