Careers and Education Standard 4 Objective 2

Education There are many educational programs and opportunities for those wishing to pursue training in the hospitality and tourism industry: – 4 year Bachelor’s Degrees (College) – Community College – Specialty Schools – On-the-Job Training

College and University Programs Hotel and Lodging Management Restaurant and Foodservice Management Travel and Tourism Management Leisure/Sports Management Hospitality Management Hotel and Restaurant Management *Four-Year Bachelor Degrees

Community College Options Hotel and Restaurant Management Travel and Tourism Culinary Technology Program Hospitality Systems Management Program Hospitality and Tourism Management Hotel, Restaurant, and Resort Management Travel Systems Operations Hospitality Management Chef Apprentice Dietetic Technician Food Service/Restaurant Management *Two Year Programs *Could be affiliated with a four year degree program

Specialty School Options Certification: Authorization stating that one has fulfilled the requirements for practicing in a field or career. Certifications, include: – Certified Hotel Administrator – Certified Lodging Manager – Certified Food and Beverage Executive – Certified Hospitality Sales Professional – Certified Hospitality Educator – Certified Travel Associate *Less time than college degrees

Professional and Trade Organizations Group or association dedicated to a specific trade or profession. Provide valuable resources to the industry and its members. Hospitality and Tourism Organizations: – American Hotel and Motel Association – American Society of Travel Agents – American Tour Association – Cruise Lines International Association – International Association of Culinary Professionals

On-the-Job Training Apprenticeship: educational, hands-on experience working in an established business under the guidance of a skilled worker. – Also internships or cooperative educational experiences. May be paid or unpaid.

Hospitality and Tourism Companies Companies with on-the- job learning experiences: – Hyatt Hotels Corporation – Marriott Corporation – Red Lobster – Sodexho – Association for International Practical Training

Job Outlook Hospitality and Tourism is the largest employer in the world accounting for more than 200 million jobs. – The projected annual job growth is 5.5 million jobs. Median Salaries: – General Manager - $97,300 – Director of Sales and Marketing - $70,100 – Director of Revenue Management - $71,250 The industry is thriving. Travel expenditures add up to $1,000,000 per minute!

Resources Using the web is a great way to find potential employers. You can also get help with resumes, interviews and more! Some possible sites include: – Adventures in Hospitality Careers – Hospitality Career Net – Hospitality Jobs Online – Resort Jobs – Careerbuilder.com – Headhunter.net – Monster Board – Americanjobs.com – Jobweb.org

Not Just a Job Hospitality and Tourism Jobs offer: – Flexibility – Opportunity for advancement – Unlimited personal growth potential – Chance to work with people locally, nationally, and internationally – Exciting!!!