BMGT 231 - Introduction to the Hospitality Industry

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

BUSINESS MANGEMENT

Description:

This course uses the history of the hospitality industry to introduce students to the scope of businesses and activities, and current and emerging trends. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Define and analyze the key factors responsible for the growth and development of the hospitality industry. (2) Summarize the current trends and challenges faced by the hospitality industry, in the context of global economic, environmental, health, and other social concerns. (3) Explain hotel classifications and describe the different types of hotel ownership and development, i.e franchising and management contracts. (4) Discuss the importance of effective leadership and management, and the characteristics of effective leaders in the hospitality industry.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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