Hospitality and Resort Management

The University of Memphis Global offers the Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality & Resort Management program in a fully online format, designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the thriving global hospitality industry. As the #1 online university in Tennessee (USNWR), we deliver a contemporary curriculum that emphasizes industry engagement, experiential learning, and strategic partnerships. Our comprehensive program covers a broad spectrum of the hospitality sector, from lodging and food service to tourism and event planning. Courses such as "Business of Hospitality" and "Hospitality Human Resource Management" provide students with insights into lodging operations, cruise lines, destination marketing, and human resource management, equipping them with versatile skills for various career paths. The "Hospitality Financial Management" course, focusing on revenue management and dynamic pricing, ensures students are well-versed in financial strategies critical for successful management.

Understanding the legal and ethical landscape is crucial for hospitality professionals. The "Hospitality Law, Ethics & Risk" course addresses the laws and regulations governing the hospitality industry, ethical issues, and risk management strategies, ensuring graduates are well-versed in navigating the complexities of hospitality operations. This includes a thorough understanding of laws affecting hotels, restaurants, resorts, and other hospitality businesses. Our program graduates are dynamic professionals, ready to apply for diverse career opportunities in sectors such as guest relations, food and beverage, tourism, event planning, and entertainment. Possible roles include Front Office Manager, Restaurant Manager, Travel Agent, Event Planner, Casino Host, and many more. Our mandatory field experience and internships provide hands-on learning opportunities, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings.

Courses such as "Hospitality Industry Managerial Accounting" and "Hospitality Services Marketing" ensure students are equipped with the analytical skills to interpret financial reports and develop effective marketing strategies. The "Food & Beverage Production Theory" course emphasizes practical skills in food preparation and kitchen management, while the "Hospitality Human Resource Management" course covers essential aspects of recruitment, training, and employee relations. Inspired by our founder, Mr. Kemmons Wilson, the founder of Holiday Inn, we instill values of entrepreneurship, positivity, and lifelong learning in our students. With a minimum of 120 credit hours required for graduation, our program ensures that students emerge as confident, competent leaders ready to excel in this expanding, global industry. Our mission is to produce excellent leaders who thrive in the challenging global environment of the 21st-century hospitality industry, and we look forward to reading your application!