Kemmons Wilson School
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From a visionary Memphian to a school that carries on his legacy.
Since 2002, the Kemmons Wilson School has carried forward the legacy of Holiday Inn founder C. Kemmons Wilson by preparing students to lead in hospitality, resort, and sport management. Built on Wilson’s vision of accessible, high-quality guest experiences, the School has grown into a nationally recognized academic home for students who want to shape—and elevate—the global hospitality and sports industries.
BA in Hospitality and Resort Management
The primary goal of the Hospitality and Resort Management program is to produce graduates who have the knowledge and skills necessary for them to be successful in the increasingly competitive hospitality business environment. Hospitality and Resort Management is committed to expanding the general business knowledge, specific hospitality skills, and overall technical competence of both students and faculty who matriculate and educate within this program. Program objectives for the B.A. in Hospitality and Resort Management are found here.
Learn MoreHospitality and Resort Management Minors
The Kemmons Wilson School offers four minors to complement any major. The Hospitality and Resort Management Minor (18 credits of HPRM courses) builds a practical foundation in hospitality operations, culinary fundamentals, lodging, marketing, and service leadership. The Special Events and Catering Management Minor prepares students to plan and execute events of every scale, from corporate functions to weddings. The Tourism Management Minor blends hospitality and sport coursework for careers in destination marketing, attractions, and travel. And the Esports Minor taps into one of the fastest-growing sectors in sport and entertainment, covering the business and event side of competitive gaming.
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