Course Descriptions
HAMG 1313 Front Office Management
Functions of front office operations as they relate to customer service. Includes
a study of front office interactions with other departments in the lodging operation.
Prerequisite / Concurrent Enrollment: HAMG 1321. 3 credit hours. (W)
HAMG 1317 Recreational Services
The study of the recreation and entertainment industry. Emphasizes sporting and entertainment
venues, tourism attractions, and other public and private sector special events. 3
credit hours. (W)
HAMG 1321 Introduction to Hospitality Industry
An exploration of the elements and career opportunities within the multiple segments
of the hospitality industry. 3 credit hours. (W)
HAMG 1324 Hospitality Human Resources Management
Principles and procedures of human resource management in the hospitality industry.
Prerequisite / Concurrent Enrollment: HAMG 1321. 3 credit hours. (W)
HAMG 1340 Hospitality Legal Issues
A course in legal and regulatory requirements that impact the hospitality industry.
Topics include Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), labor regulations,
tax laws, tip reporting, franchise regulations, and product liability laws. 3 credit
hours. (W)
HAMG 1366 Practicum (or Field Experience) - Hospitality Administration/Management,
General
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan
developed by the employer, college, and student. Prerequisite / Concurrent Enrollment:
HAMG 2301. 3 credit hours. (W)
HAMG 2301 Principles of Food and Beverage Operations
An overview of food and beverage management in various hospitality environments. Emphasizes
cost controls from procurement to marketing and sales. Prerequisite / Concurrent Enrollment:
HAMG 1321. 3 credit hours. (W)
Note: Culinary lab classes require extended periods of time standing in place, lifting
heavy weights (up to 60 pounds), reaching, bending, and working around open flames
and with cleaning chemicals.
HAMG 2305 Hospitality Management and Leadership
An overview of management and leadership in the hospitality industry with an emphasis
on management philosophy, policy formation, communications, motivation, and team building.
Prerequisites: HAMG 1324, HAMG 1340, HAMG 2301, HAMG 2307 and TRVM 2301; or consent
of Associate Dean/Director. 3 credit hours. (W)
HAMG 2307 Hospitality Marketing and Sales
Identification of the core principles of marketing and sales and their impact on the
hospitality industry. Prerequisite / Concurrent Enrollment: HAMG 1321. 3 credit hours.
(W)
HAMG 2332 Hospitality Financial Management
Methods and application of financial management within the hospitality industry. Primary
emphasis on sales accountability, internal controls, and report analysis. Prerequisite
/ Concurrent Enrollment: HAMG 1321. 3 credit hours. (W)
HAMG 2337 Hospitality Facilities Management
Identification of hospitality building systems and facilities; to include sustainability
and risk management. Prerequisite / Concurrent Enrollment: HAMG 1321. 3 credit hours.
(W)
HAMG 2380 Cooperative Education-Hospitality Administration/Management, General
Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered
through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under
the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning
with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Contact the Associate Dean/Director
for more information. Prerequisites: CHEF 1305, HAMG 1313, HAMG 1324, HAMG 1340, HAMG
2337, RSTO 1325 and TRVM 2301; or consent of Associate Dean/Director. 3 credit hours.
(W)