Hospitality Management, A.S. Degree

Program Information

A.S. Degree - Code 201200 - Catalog 2023/2024

Costa Magoulas, Dean, 386-506-3578, Costa.Magoulas@daytonastate.edu

Lisa Allen, Program Advisor, 386-506-3946, Lisa.Allen@daytonastate.edu

Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes

Mission:

The Hospitality Management Program at Daytona State College is committed to providing a quality education incorporating both theory and practice in order to prepare professionally responsible and capable individuals who will demonstrate value to employers within the hospitality industry. Additionally, our mission is to provide the hospitality industry with leaders who will make meaningful contributions to both the industry and their communities.

Description:

This program provides a solid foundation in hospitality management skills including travel and tourism, food preparation, property management, hotel/motel basics, and service management.

Graduates of this program are eligible to enroll in Daytona State's Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management Program. Call our admissions office, (386) 506-3059, or visit DaytonaState.edu/admissions.html for additional information.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  1. Identify the major sectors of the hospitality industry and discuss their interaction. 

  2. Formulate and analyze hospitality industry marketing strategies including targeting, positioning and consumer behaviors.

  3. Discuss the specialized needs of marketing within the hospitality industry.

  4. Describe the five criteria that classify hotels.

  5. Explain how effective communication skills are important to success as a hospitality supervisor and describe personal characteristics that affect communication skills.

  6. Describe the organizational structure of operations within the hospitality industry.

  7. Identify and use principles of legal and ethical supervision practices. 

Financial Aid

This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.

Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.

Approximate Additional Costs

Lab Fees charged per Food Production Course for Food Costs:  $150 
Uniforms: $75
Professional Cutlery:  $270

Careers

Manager in Hotel/Lodging Industry, Resorts, Spas, Corporate, Country Clubs, Restaurants and Food Service Industry.

 

Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.

General Education Courses

General Education Core - 15 Credits

Communication (3 credits)

ENC1101Introduction to Composition

3

 

Mathematics Core (3 credits)

Choose One Course

MGF2106Survey in Mathematics

3

MGF2107Mathematics for Liberal Arts

3

MAC1105College Algebra

3

 

Natural Sciences Core (3 credits)

Choose One Course

BSC1005Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors)

3

 

Humanities (3 credits)

Choose One Course

ARH1000Art Appreciation

3

HUM2020Introduction to Humanities

3

LIT2000Literature and Culture

3

MUL1010Music Appreciation

3

PHI2010Introduction of Philosophy

3

THE1000Theatre Appreciation

3

 

Social Sciences (3 credits)

Choose One Course

AMH2020United States History 1865 to Present

3

POS2041American Federal Government

3

AMH2020, POS2041: These courses satisfy the Civics Literacy Competency graduation requirement.

 

Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.

 

Program Specific Courses

FOS1201Sanitation and Safety

3

FSS1202CFood Production I and Lab

3

FSS1222CFood Production II and Lab

3

FSS1270Introduction to Craft Beer and Wine

3

FSS2284CCatering and Buffet Management and Lab

3

HFT1000Introduction to Hospitality Industry

3

HFT1410Hotel Operations

3

HFT1940CHospitality Practicum I (Basic) and Lab

3

HFT1941CHospitality Practicum II (Intermediate) and Lab

3

HFT2276Resorts: Management and Operations

3

HFT2282Hospitality Supervision

3

HFT2454Hospitality Purchasing and Controls

3

HFT2500Hospitality Marketing

3

HFT2750Event Industry

3

HFT2780Introduction to Gaming Operations

3

 

Sample Program of Study

 

Year 1

1st Semester

ENC1101Introduction to Composition

3

Mathematics Core

3

FOS1201Sanitation and Safety

3

HFT1000Introduction to Hospitality Industry

3

Students seeking to transfer to Bachelor's program are recommended to complete MAC1105 to satisfy their Mathematics core requirement.

2nd Semester

BSC1005Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors)

3

FSS1202CFood Production I and Lab

3

FSS1222CFood Production II and Lab

3

FSS1270Introduction to Craft Beer and Wine

3

HFT1940CHospitality Practicum I (Basic) and Lab

3

 

Summer Semester

HFT1941CHospitality Practicum II (Intermediate) and Lab

3

HFT2282Hospitality Supervision

3

 

Year 2

1st Semester

Humanities Core

3

FSS2284CCatering and Buffet Management and Lab

3

HFT1410Hotel Operations

3

HFT2276Resorts: Management and Operations

3

HFT2454Hospitality Purchasing and Controls

3

HFT2750Event Industry

3

 

2nd Semester

HFT2500Hospitality Marketing

3

HFT2780Introduction to Gaming Operations

3

Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy (AMH2020 or POS2041)

3

Note: Sequence of courses may vary. Check catalog course descriptions for requisite requirements.

Total Credit Hours: 60