A B.S. degree in Hospitality Management (HM) provides students with business and managerial skills needed to succeed in a wide variety of hospitality and venue management careers. The curriculum includes core business principles, core hospitality management concepts, and advanced skills in one of the emphasis areas, Conference & Events Planning Management, Food & Beverage Management, Lodging Management, and Sports Venue Management. The essence of these areas is that hospitality is about creating a unique and memorable experience for guests.The Lodging Management emphasis equips students for careers as hotel general managers. For students who choose this specialization, the learning experience includes observing the global hotel industry's development and learning every aspect - such as housekeeping, sales, marketing, finance and food and beverage outlet management - of managing a hotel. To enhance their in-classroom learning, students gain hands-on experience through managerial job shadowing and internships.