Hospitality and Tourism Management (A.S. Career Path and A.S. to B.S. Degree)
- Bar and Beverage Management Specialization
- Event Planning and Management Specialization
- Hotel Operations and Management Specialization
- Restaurant and Food Service Management Specialization
- Theme Park Specialization
Associate in Science Degree (CIP# 1252090101)
The Hospitality Industry and its corresponding requirement for trained management employees is expanding. Whether you are interested in learning employable skills for the hospitality industry or upgrading your current talents, Valencia has courses that may interest you. Valencia's Hospitality program combines classroom instruction with on-the-job training to help students move into supervisory and mid-management positions in lodging, Food Service, tourism and hospitality.
This program provides two Career Paths. One that is designated for students who seek immediate employment in the field of Hospitality and Tourism Management and/or a second Career Path for those who plan to utilize the articulated A.S. to B.S. career path to transfer to the University of Central Florida or Florida International University as a junior to complete a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Administration/Management.
Students are strongly encouraged to consult a Student Success Coach in the department office for assistance in determining the best education plan for their career goals.
Students wishing to transfer any credits from this program to another institution must accept responsibility for securing approval from the transfer institution.
Although scheduling may not always provide for the following progression of courses, students should use the foundation, intermediate and advanced course sequence as a guide in program planning.
All degree-seeking students must satisfy entry testing requirements and satisfactorily complete all mandatory courses in reading, student success, mathematics, English, and English for Academic Purposes in which the student is placed.
Alternative Ways to Earn Credit toward this Degree
Graduates of specific programs at Orange Technical College and Osceola Technical College, as well as other institutions may be eligible to receive college credit for courses in this program. You may also be eligible to receive credit toward this degree if you have earned one of the approved Gold Standard industry certifications or Career Pathways credit. To learn more about Valencia’s award of credit options, visit valenciacollege.edu/transfer-agreements/. Eligible students should contact the Student Success Coach in their academic department for more information about the requirements for the award of credit.
College Credit Technical Certificates
The Hospitality and Tourism A.S. degree also offers the following college credit certificate programs. These certificates can put you on the fast-track to reaching your career goals. They are designed to equip you with a specialized skill set for entry-level employment or to upgrade your skills for job advancement. Most can be completed in one year or less, and all of the courses in the certificates are embedded in the A.S. degree. You can earn the certificates as you progress through your A.S. Degree or as a separate, stand-alone credential. Click on the Certificate tab at the top of the page for more information about the certificates that are offered.
- Bar and Beverage Management (18 credits) (CIP# 0252090508)
- Event Planning and Management (24 credits) (CIP# 0252090905)
- Guest Services Specialist (15 credits) (CIP# 0252090403)
- Hotel Operations and Management (30 credits) (CIP# 0252090402)
- Restaurant and Food Service Management (30 credits) (CIP# 0252090503)
Start Right
Degree-seeking students enrolling at Valencia for the first time will have a limited range of courses from which to choose for their first 18 college-level credits. Within the first 18 college credit hours, you will be required to take ENC 1101 (3 credits), and if applicable, SLS 1122 (3 credits) and a mathematics course appropriate to your selected meta-major (3 credits). The remaining courses will be chosen from the General Education Core Courses in humanities (3 credits), science (3 credits), or social science (3 credits), and/or the introductory courses within the A.S. degree programs. For specific courses see the Foundation Courses on the “Program Requirements” tab. For course sequencing recommendations, see your Student Success Coach or create an education plan by logging into Atlas, clicking on the LifeMap tab and clicking My Education Plan.
Potential Careers
- Guest Services Specialist
- Front Office Supervisor/Manager
- Dining Room Manager
- Reservations Supervisor
- Food & Beverage Manager
- Lodging Manager/Assistant Manager
- Event Planner
- Catering/Sales & Service
- Convention Services
- Revenue Manager
Salary & Earnings Information
For career information related to this program, please visit O*Net OnLine.
Contacts
Future Students
To learn more about this program, contact Enrollment Services at enrollment@valenciacollege.edu or 407-582-1507 or visit https://valenciacollege.edu/hospitality-management
Current Students
Your Student Success Coach contact information can be found in Atlas. Log into Atlas, click on the Courses tab, and check your Academic Profile information to find a link to your Coach.
Faculty Program Chair
Craig J. Rapp: 407-582-5617
crapp1@valenciacollege.edu
Internship and Workforce Services
If you need assistance with job resources or in locating an internship, please visit: valenciacollege.edu/internship.
Career Path in Hospitality and Tourism Management
This degree is designed for students who seek immediate employment in the field of Hospitality and Tourism Management.
Program Outcomes
- Analyze information for decision making.
- Identify ethical and legal responsibilities specific to the field.
- Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences.
| HFT 1000 | INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM INDUSTRY | 3 |
| ENC 1101 | FRESHMAN COMPOSITION I +*~ | 3 |
| MGF 1130 | MATHEMATICAL THINKING (or any Gen. Ed. Core Math) +*~ | 3 |
| HFT 2401 | HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING * | 3 |
| or ACG 2021C | PRINCIPLES OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING |
| or APA 1111C | COLLEGE ACCOUNTING |
| FSS 1206C | QUANTITY FOOD PRODUCTION FOR HOSPITALITY & RESTAURANT MANAGERS | 3 |
| CGS 2100C | COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS AND APPLICATIONS | 3 |
| ~ | 3 |
| ~1 | 3 |
| POS 2041 | U.S. GOVERNMENT | 3 |
| or AMH 2020 | U.S. HISTORY 1877 TO PRESENT |
| HFT 2220 | HOSPITALITY HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2210 | HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP | 3 |
| or HFT 2245 | GUEST SERVICE MANAGEMENT |
| HFT 2500 | MARKETING IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY | 3 |
| HFT 2600 | HOSPITALITY LAW | 3 |
| 21 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 |
Hotel Operations and Management Specialization
Program Outcomes
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to hotel operations and management.
| HFT 2254 | LODGING OPERATIONS | 3 |
| HFT 2261 | RESTAURANT AND FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2461 | HOTEL SALES AND REVENUE MANAGEMENT * | 3 |
| HFT 2750 | THE EVENT INDUSTRY | 3 |
| ^ | 6 |
| HFT 2942 | INTERNSHIP IN HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM * | 3 |
| ^ | |
| Total Credit Hours | 21 |
Event Planning and Management Specialization
Program Outcomes
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to event planning and management.
| HFT 2040 | CONVENTION SERVICES | 3 |
| HFT 2750 | THE EVENT INDUSTRY | 3 |
| HFT 2254 | LODGING OPERATIONS | 3 |
| FSS 2284 | CATERING AND BANQUET MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| ^ | 6 |
| HFT 2942 | INTERNSHIP IN HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM * | 3 |
| ^ | |
| Total Credit Hours | 21 |
Theme Park & Attractions Management Specialization
Program Outcomes
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to Theme Park & Attractions Management.
| HFT 2756 | INTRODUCTION TO THEME PARK AND ATTRACTIONS MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2630 | SECURITY ISSUES IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY | 3 |
| HFT 2261 | RESTAURANT AND FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2750 | THE EVENT INDUSTRY | 3 |
| ^ | 6 |
| HFT 2942 | INTERNSHIP IN HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM * | 3 |
| ^ | |
| Total Credit Hours | 21 |
Restaurant and Foodservice Management Specialization
Program Outcomes
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to restaurant and foodservice management.
| HFT 2021C | BEER, WINE, AND BEVERAGE ESSENTIALS | 3 |
| HFT 2261 | RESTAURANT AND FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2872C | BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT AND SERVICE | 3 |
| FSS 2500 | FOOD AND BEVERAGE COST CONTROL | 3 |
| ^ | 6 |
| HFT 2943 | INTERNSHIP IN RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT * | 3 |
| ^ | |
| Total Credit Hours | 21 |
Bar and Beverage Management Specialization
Program Outcomes
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to bar and beverage management.
| HFT 2021C | BEER, WINE, AND BEVERAGE ESSENTIALS | 3 |
| HFT 2261 | RESTAURANT AND FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2863C | FINE SPIRITS MANAGEMENT AND MIXOLOGY | 3 |
| HFT 2872C | BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT AND SERVICE | 3 |
| FSS 2500 | FOOD AND BEVERAGE COST CONTROL | 3 |
| ^ | 3 |
| HFT 2943 | INTERNSHIP IN RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT * | 3 |
| ^ | |
| Total Credit Hours | 21 |
Career Path to B.S. in Hospitality and Tourism Management
(Articulated A.S. to B.S.)
This degree is designed for students who wish to transfer to a four-year Florida public university as a junior to complete a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Administration/Management.
Program Outcomes
- Analyze information for decision making.
- Identify ethical and legal responsibilities specific to the field.
- Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences.
| HFT 1000 | INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM INDUSTRY | 3 |
| ENC 1101 | FRESHMAN COMPOSITION I +*~ | 3 |
| MAC 1105 | COLLEGE ALGEBRA +*~ | 3 |
| HFT 2401 | HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING * | 3 |
| or ACG 2021C | PRINCIPLES OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING |
| FSS 1206C | QUANTITY FOOD PRODUCTION FOR HOSPITALITY & RESTAURANT MANAGERS | 3 |
| ENC 1102 | FRESHMAN COMPOSITION II +*~ | 3 |
| STA 2023 | STATISTICAL METHODS +*~ | 3 |
| ECO 2013 | PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS-MACRO ~ | 3 |
| ~1 | 3 |
| ~ | 3 |
| POS 2041 | U.S. GOVERNMENT | 3 |
| or AMH 2020 | U.S. HISTORY 1877 TO PRESENT |
| HFT 2220 | HOSPITALITY HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2500 | MARKETING IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY | 3 |
| HFT 2600 | HOSPITALITY LAW | 3 |
| 18 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 |
Hotel Operations and Management Specialization
Program Outcomes
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to hotel operations and management.
| HFT 2254 | LODGING OPERATIONS | 3 |
| HFT 2261 | RESTAURANT AND FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2461 | HOTEL SALES AND REVENUE MANAGEMENT * | 3 |
| HFT 2750 | THE EVENT INDUSTRY | 3 |
| ^ | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Event Planning and Management Specialization
Program Outcomes
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to event planning and management.
Theme Park & Attractions Management Specialization
Program Outcomes
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to Theme Park & Attractions Management.
| HFT 2756 | INTRODUCTION TO THEME PARK AND ATTRACTIONS MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2630 | SECURITY ISSUES IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY | 3 |
| HFT 2261 | RESTAURANT AND FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2750 | THE EVENT INDUSTRY | 3 |
| ^ | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Restaurant and Foodservice Management Specialization
Program Outcomes
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to restaurant and foodservice management.
| HFT 2021C | BEER, WINE, AND BEVERAGE ESSENTIALS | 3 |
| HFT 2261 | RESTAURANT AND FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2872C | BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT AND SERVICE | 3 |
| FSS 2500 | FOOD AND BEVERAGE COST CONTROL | 3 |
| ^ | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Bar and Beverage Management Specialization
Program Outcomes
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to bar and beverage management.
| HFT 2021C | BEER, WINE, AND BEVERAGE ESSENTIALS | 3 |
| HFT 2261 | RESTAURANT AND FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2863C | FINE SPIRITS MANAGEMENT AND MIXOLOGY | 3 |
| HFT 2872C | BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT AND SERVICE | 3 |
| FSS 2500 | FOOD AND BEVERAGE COST CONTROL | 3 |
| ^ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Notes:
Specialized courses are mostly at the Downtown Campus and may not be offered every session or on every campus.
For students who are pursuing the A.S. to B.S. path, an additional 15 hours of General Education are required to satisfy the required 36 hours for the Bachelor of Science degree. If completing the additional 15 hours at the University, 6 hours will be in Cultural and Historical Foundations (Gordon Rule writing), 3 hours in Science Foundations, 3 hours in Social Science Foundations, and 3 hours in Communications Foundations. It is recommended for students complete their General Education requirements at Valencia prior to transfer. Students are strongly encouraged to speak with an advisor before selecting the additional General Education courses since requirements are different between the two institutions. Please see a Financial Aid advisor so that your enrollment is covered in these courses.
Please note the State University System foreign language admission requirement https://catalog.valenciacollege.edu/degrees/associateinarts/courserequirements/#Foreign_Language_Proficiency_Requirement
Upon earning the Hospitality and Tourism A.S. degree, you can also continue at Valencia to complete the B.A.S. degree in Business & Organizational Leadership. Additional education at the bachelor’s level can enhance your skills and create more career opportunities.
Students who wish to continue their education should consult with their Student Success Coach to discuss transfer options and requirements, and determine the best education plan for their career goals. Students wishing to transfer credits from this program to another institution must accept responsibility for securing approval from the transfer institution for acceptance of this degree.
Bar and Beverage Management
Technical Certificate
This program prepares students for immediate employment in the hospitality and restaurant industry with employable skills in beverage management and service, beer, wine and beverage essentials, and fine spirits management and mixology.
Program Outcomes
- Analyze information for decision-making.
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to bar and beverage management.
| HFT 2261 | RESTAURANT AND FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2021C | BEER, WINE, AND BEVERAGE ESSENTIALS | 3 |
| HFT 2863C | FINE SPIRITS MANAGEMENT AND MIXOLOGY | 3 |
| HFT 2872C | BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT AND SERVICE | 3 |
| 6 |
| FOOD AND BEVERAGE COST CONTROL | |
| HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP | |
| GUEST SERVICE MANAGEMENT | |
| WINE ESSENTIALS | |
| FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGEMENT | |
| |
| |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Notes:
Specialized courses are mostly at the Downtown Campus and may not be offered every session or on every campus.
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus.
This certificate program is eligible for Financial Aid.
Guest Services Specialist
Technical Certificate
This program is designed to prepare students for immediate employment in the hospitality industry in the guest services areas of hotels, resorts, and other hospitality-related sites.
Program Outcomes
- Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences.
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to guest services.
| HFT 1000 | INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM INDUSTRY | 3 |
| HFT 2220 | HOSPITALITY HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2254 | LODGING OPERATIONS | 3 |
| HFT 2210 | HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP | 3 |
| or HFT 2245 | GUEST SERVICE MANAGEMENT |
| ^ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 15 |
Notes:
All certificate courses are offered on the Downtown Campus; some courses are offered at other locations.
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus.
Hotel Operations and Management
Technical Certificate
This program is designed to prepare students for immediate employment in the hospitality industry in the rooms division of hotels, resorts, and other hospitality-related sites.
Program Outcomes
- Analyze information for decision making.
- Identify ethical and legal responsibilities specific to the field.
- Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences.
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to hotel operations and management.
| HFT 1000 | INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM INDUSTRY | 3 |
| HFT 2220 | HOSPITALITY HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2600 | HOSPITALITY LAW | 3 |
| HFT 2254 | LODGING OPERATIONS | 3 |
| HFT 2261 | RESTAURANT AND FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2401 | HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING * | 3 |
| or ACG 2021C | PRINCIPLES OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING |
| or APA 1111C | COLLEGE ACCOUNTING |
| HFT 2461 | HOTEL SALES AND REVENUE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2500 | MARKETING IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY | 3 |
| ^ | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
Notes:
All certificate courses are offered on the Downtown Campus; some courses are offered at other locations.
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus.
This certificate program is eligible for Financial Aid.
Event Planning and Management
Technical Certificate
This program is designed to prepare students for immediate employment in the hospitality industry with employable skills in the events planning area of hotels, resorts, convention centers and other hospitality-related sites.
Program Outcomes
- Perform hospitality industry-specific workplace skills, related to event planning and management.
| FSS 2284 | CATERING AND BANQUET MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 1000 | INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM INDUSTRY | 3 |
| HFT 2040 | CONVENTION SERVICES * | 3 |
| HFT 2220 | HOSPITALITY HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2254 | LODGING OPERATIONS | 3 |
| HFT 2500 | MARKETING IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY | 3 |
| HFT 2750 | THE EVENT INDUSTRY | 3 |
| ^ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 24 |
Notes:
All certificate courses are offered on the Downtown Campus; some courses are offered at other locations.
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus.
This certificate program is eligible for Financial Aid.
Restaurant and Foodservice Management
Technical Certificate
This program is designed to prepare students for immediate employment in the hospitality industry in the food and beverage areas of hotels, resorts, and theme parks as well as in other hospitality-related sites.
Program Outcomes
- Analyze information for decision-making.
- Identify ethical and legal responsibilities specific to the field.
- Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences.
- Perform restaurant industry-specific workplace skills.
| HFT 1000 | INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM INDUSTRY | 3 |
| HFT 2220 | HOSPITALITY HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2600 | HOSPITALITY LAW | 3 |
| HFT 2261 | RESTAURANT AND FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| HFT 2500 | MARKETING IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY | 3 |
| HFT 2021C | BEER, WINE, AND BEVERAGE ESSENTIALS | 3 |
| HFT 2872C | BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT AND SERVICE | 3 |
| FSS 2500 | FOOD AND BEVERAGE COST CONTROL | 3 |
| 6 |
| GUEST SERVICE MANAGEMENT | |
| HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP | |
| FINE SPIRITS MANAGEMENT AND MIXOLOGY | |
| WINE ESSENTIALS | |
| FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGEMENT | |
| HEALTHY CUISINE/ NUTRITION | |
| SECURITY ISSUES IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY | |
| THE EVENT INDUSTRY | |
| |
| |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
Notes:
All certificate courses are offered on the Downtown Campus; some courses are offered at other locations.
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus.
This certificate program is eligible for Financial Aid.
