Mission, Vision, Student Success, and Assessment

Mission of the Hospitality Management Program

The Hospitality Management Department advances the land-grant mission, hospitality industry, and discipline by: Preparing students with educational experiences that positively impact the individual, their careers, and society; and conducting applied, industry‐centered research to enhance the well‐being of individuals, organizations, and communities.

Vision of the Hospitality Management Program

We will be regionally recognized:

  • As a premier hospitality program preparing the next generation of hospitality managers and executives with strong leadership skills;
  • For delivering outstanding graduate education.

Student Success

Program Enrollment 2020-21 2021-22 2022-23
Number of Students 173 149 128
Number of Graduate 38 56 46
Student/Faculty Ratio 18:1 15:1 17:1

 

Student Retention Data 2020-21 2021-22 2022-23
Retention Rate % - Freshmen to Sophomore (for all Programs) 100% 100% 100%

 

Professional Placement 2020-21 2021-22 2022-23
% Students employed in the hospitality industry or a related field within 90 days after graduation 86% 90% 91%
% Students contrinuting their education within 90 days after graduation 14% 5% 9%
Total Placement 100% 95% 100%

 

Assessment

Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management

Graduate Programs

Master of Science in Foodservice, Hospitality Management and Dietetics Administration

Doctor of Philosophy in Foodservice and Hospitality Management