THM 110 - Hospitality Industry Careers
The Hospitality Industry Careers course provides a comprehensive overview of the hospitality industry, examining the key service principles of hospitality management and its role in traditional and emerging sectors. Students explore the unique guest-host relationship and career pathways while analyzing how technology, sustainability practices, and changing consumer expectations are transforming hospitality operations. Through hands-on projects and field trips, students develop professional skills and identify current challenges preparing them for exciting hospitality careers.
Course Offered Online: Yes
THM 112 - Introduction to Tourism
This Intro to Tourism course introduces students to the dynamic world of travel and tourism, examining destinations and experiences from local to international markets. Students learn about sustainable development and management of diverse resources, balancing visitors’ experiences with local needs. Students examine contemporary challenges such as political, environmental, and technological advances. Through hands-on projects and industry connections, students develop practical skills while considering career pathways in the tourism industry.
Course Offered Online: Yes
THM 130 - Hotel Management
In the Hotel Management course, students develop the management skills and knowledge required to run a hotel operation in today’s dynamic and diverse hospitality environment. Through hands-on learning experiences including hotel site visits, industry professional interviews, and real-time simulations, students learn the responsibilities and managerial functions of modern hotels. Students apply critical thinking to identify sustainable practices, select appropriate digital tools, and implement data-driven decision making.
Prerequisite
THM 110, which may be taken concurrently
THM 140 - Advanced Hospitality Sectors & Trends
Advanced Hospitality Sectors & Trends explores and expands upon hospitality sectors introduced in THM 110. Through hands-on opportunities, field trips, and industry speakers, students examine diverse sectors within the contemporary hospitality industry, including gaming operations, cruise lines, private clubs, and emerging hospitality concepts. Students identify industry trends, innovations, and evolving consumer preferences shaping modern hospitality management.
Prerequisite
THM 110 with a grade of "C" or better.
THM 160 - Introduction to Sports & Entertainment Management
Take the first step into the exciting world of sports and entertainment! This Sport & Entertainment Management introductory course provides a foundational overview of the sports and entertainment management industries. Students learn essential concepts including venue operations, entertainment programming, and contract basics while discovering diverse career opportunities from professional sports teams to concert venues and entertainment companies. Through engaging field trips and hands-on projects, students gain the fundamental knowledge needed to understand these dynamic fields and determine if a career in sports and entertainment is right for you.
Prerequisite
THM 110, must be taken before, and THM 112, may be taken concurrently.
THM 170 - Introduction to Event Management
This Intro to Events Management course focuses on the fundamentals of event management. Students explore modern technology, sustainability practices, event modalities, diverse attendees’ needs, and regulatory compliance. Fundamentals of event design and décor, marketing, and budget management are covered.
Prerequisite
THM 278, which may be taken concurrently, CIS 103 or CMS 140.
THM 180 - Human Resource Management
Human Resource Management provides an overview of HR practices specific to the hospitality industry, like cruises, country clubs, and tourism operations. Students explore essential HR functions such as recruitment, selection, training, performance management, and employee retention strategies tailored to hospitality environments. Through case studies and practical applications, students examine labor laws, workplace safety regulations, compensation practices, diversity and inclusion initiatives, accessibility accommodations, and techniques for building positive workplace cultures in high-turnover service industries.
Prerequisite
Course Offered Online: Yes
THM 266 - Introduction to Hospitality Law
Students will learn the history of law and its impact on the hospitality industry in an ever shifting legal environment. Contracts, business structure, guest safety, and liability are all covered to provide a broad overview of legal issues that affect hospitality managers.
Prerequisite
THM 270 - Special Events Management
The Special Events Management course builds upon foundational event management principles to prepare students for the specialized demands of large-scale event production. Students master the comprehensive planning, execution, and management of complex events including corporate meetings, conventions, trade shows, festivals, and milestone celebrations. Through hands-on projects and real-world case studies, students develop advanced competencies in project management, vendor negotiation and coordination, financial analysis and budget control, and strategic planning for multi-day events. This course emphasizes current industry standards, cutting-edge technology integration, and professional relationship building within the dynamic meetings and events sector.
Additional Course Fees: $85
Prerequisite
THM 170 with a grade of "C" or better, and THM 278 with a grade of "C" or better or FMM 135 with a grade of "C" or better.
THM 276 - Food and Beverage Management
The F&B Management course focuses on the knowledge and management skills required to be successful in the food and beverage industry. Students apply essential concepts such as budgeting, cost control, labor management, and menu planning within a food and/or beverage business. Through hands-on activities, students make decisions that reflect real world situations.
Additional Course Fees: $85
Prerequisite
THM 110 with a grade of "C" or better.
THM 278 - Marketing & Sales Strategies
Through hands-on and experiential learning, students in the Marketing & Sales Strategies course develop a comprehensive foundation in marketing and promotional strategies across inter-related industries. Students examine consumer behavior, market segmentation, branding, and the promotional mix while developing hands-on skills in digital marketing, social media strategy, and campaign development. Through real-world projects and industry analysis, students create integrated marketing plans that address contemporary market trends and the evolving consumer path to purchases.
Prerequisite
FMM 115, with a grade of "C" or better OR THM 170, which may be taken concurrently OR CMS 114, with a grade of "C" or better.
THM 285 - FOH Operations
The FOH Operations course equips students with the knowledge and skills to manage front-of-house operations in traditional dining room settings and banquet events. Through hands-on meal services, students apply essential guest service, table management, staff training, and BOH coordination skills. Students implement Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) to ensure seamless service. This real-world course allows students to apply theoretical knowledge to ensure the details, from the décor to the technology, reflects the inseparability of the product from the guests’ experiences.
Additional Course Fees: $85
Prerequisite
THM 276, with a grade of "C" or better, or CULA 171 and THM 110, must be completed before.
THM 290 - THM Industry Practicum
The THM Industry Practicum is a capstone course that prepares THM students for career entry or transfer to baccalaureate programs through hands-on learning and supervised internship experiences. Students gain practical work experience aligned with their career interests while applying principles from the THM curriculum to real-world workplace settings. Through active engagement in industry environments, students develop professional competencies and deepen their understanding of the relationship between classroom theory and professional practice.
Prerequisite
THM 180 and THM 285 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Offered Online: Yes