The Ski Resort Management certificate is designed to prepare students with the prerequisite technical skills and knowledge necessary for successful employment in entry-level management positions within the ski industry. Emphasis is placed on understanding the functions of lift operations, snow making, trail grooming, equipment rental, and repair facilities. Additional coursework focuses on providing high levels of guest service, managing retail operations, and risk management. Ski resorts are large operations and require a large workforce. The certificate in Ski Resort Management can lead to opportunities such as: ski operations manager, business operations manager, service and retail management, as well as, lift operations supervisor.