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Hospitality and Tourism Management Program in Pennsylvania
Considering a career in tourism, catering or hospitality? Take advantage of the hands-on hospitality and tourism management opportunities at Messiah University.
Study Hospitality and Tourism Management at a Christian University
Hotels, restaurants, resorts and conventions are commonly attended by travelers and business personnel all over the world, and their organizations need hospitality and tourism experts who can keep up with industry trends and effectively attract business. Messiah University’s hospitality and tourism management program offers a strong understanding of the main segments of the hospitality and tourism industry, including hotels, cruises, restaurants and beverage, theme parks, conventions and special events.
In this program, you will learn about the scope and impact of the hospitality and tourism industry in the U.S. and internationally. You will also gain practical work experiences through opportunities in Messiah’s Dining Services, Campus Events, Conference and Event Services, or with a hospitality entity outside of Messiah.
The concentration is offered as part of the business administration major. The minor may be paired with any major at Messiah.
Career options for graduates of the hospitality and tourism management minor or concentration:
- Tour company manager
- Event planner
- Catering owner
- Restaurant owner/manager
- Hotel manager
- Resort operator
- Tourism and travel services marketing manager
- Executive chef
- Travel agent
The undergraduate hospitality and tourism management certificate is designed to help current students obtain knowledge of in-demand hospitality and tourism skills that will enable them to obtain new employment opportunities or improve performance in a current position. It is an excellent complement to majors of virtually any department, especially the Department of Business or Department of Communication. These programs will be available to traditional undergraduate students, and the certificate will additionally be offered as a stand-alone option for students not pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
Programs related to Hospitality and Tourism Management
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In the Hospitality and Tourism Management program, you will take a selection of courses that successfully prepare you for a career in a related field. Hands-on experiences and classroom learning within the framework of Christian faith will give you the skills and knowledge to achieve your goals. Our programs offer a wide variety of courses that will not only help you excel in your future career, but challenge you to develop a deeper understanding of your field of study.
Course options for Hospitality and Tourism Management :
Business Administration (B.S.) Hospitality and Tourism Management Concentration
Hospitality and Tourism Management Certificate
Hospitality and Tourism Management Minor
Careers and outcomes
Where our grads work
Graduates of this pogram work in positions of leadership in their places of employment, using the tools and knowledge a Messiah University education prepared them with. Each year, eager employers and some of the nation's best graduate schools welcome Messiah graduates into their organizations.
95% of the Class of 2024 respondents were employed or in graduate school within 6-9 months of graduation.
Our Alumni
Regional and national employers seek out Messiah graduates for their academic preparation, work ethic and personal character. The transformation you experience at Messiah readies you to transform the lives of others through your chosen career path.
Messiah's unique approach to hands-on learning
Learning in the classroom is important but actually applying that knowledge in a hands-on way can make all the difference. At Messiah University, the Experiential Learning Initiative (ELI) allows Messiah to take this hands-on learning to a new level by giving students the opportunity to apply what they have learned to various real world contexts--such as an internship/practica, service learning, off-campus program, holding a student leadership position, or participating in undergraduate research.