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Apr 28, 2024
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HTE 101 - Introduction to Hospitality, Tourism and Event Planning Industry
Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours
Description
In this course students are introducted to many entities that make up the foodservice, lodging, tourism, event and recreation management industry. The industry’s growth and development, industry segments and their distinguishing characteristics, trends and current concerns are discussed. Students explore career opportunities and the employability skills needed to succeed in specific fields.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Analyze the industry past, present and future.
- Define terminology of the fields.
- Analyze hospitality, tourism and event operations and economic impact on society.
- Identify segments of the hospitality, tourism and event industry including career options.
- Research industry-specific organizations.
Listed Topics
- Hospitality from the perspective of the guest
- Relationships between social, cultural and global issues related to hospitality, tourism and event management
- Impact of twenty-first century on hospitality, tourism and event management
- Segments and careers in hospitality, tourism and event management
- Growth potential, trends, unique characteristics and management responsibilities.
Reference Materials
Textbooks/materials as deemed appropriate by the instructor
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals: Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 2/13/2023
Last Reviewed: 2/13/2023
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