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Hospitality Management

Program Codes: HOSP.AAS
Associate in Applied Science

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Hospitality Management is a diverse and exciting field that offers a wide variety of opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, cruise lines, and other hospitality-related businesses. Delivering high quality guest services is the backbone of the travel and tourism industry. As a hospitality manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the business, including overseeing staff, managing budgets, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The Hospitality Management program helps you develop the knowledge, skills, and expertise needed to succeed in this exciting field.

Hospitality Management graduates are eligible for certification in several course areas by the American Hotel and Lodging Association and the National Restaurant Association.

Program Outcomes:

Graduates of the Program will be able to:

  • Apply the necessary practical and theoretical skills to perform supervisory, educational, and training functions in the hotel industry.
  • Identify and discuss current trends in the hotel industry and apply to business operations.
  • Use current technologies for information as well as oral and written communication activities in the hotel industry.
  • Perform safety and sanitation activities as outlined by the National Restaurant Association ServSafe® Program.
  • Perform in a supervisory capacity for both the front and back of the house operations of a hotel.  Demonstrate ethical & professional practices.
Program Requirements:

Below are required courses and recommended course groupings and sequences for program completion.

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Recommended Course Sequence

Semester I

Semester II

Semester III

3

Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).

OR

3

Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).

Semester IV

Select a science course designated as General Education in the Catalog.

Total Credits 60

Contact Information

Hospitality, Culinary Arts and Dietetics

Contact Name: Dr. Mary-Pat Maciolek, department chair
Contact Phone: 732.906.2538
Contact Email: MMaciolek@middlesexcc.edu 
Department Web: https://www.middlesexcc.edu/hospitality-culinary-arts-dietetics/


Frequently Asked Questions

Can students who major in Hospitality and Culinary Arts transfer to a four-year college?

HCD graduates who begin at MC and transfer to prestigious colleges and universities such as The Culinary Institute of America, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Johnson & Wales University, Montclair University, New York University, Rutgers University, Saint Elizabeth University, and Stockton University can be offered full credit transfers with scholarship opportunities, saving between $6,000 and $39,000 per year. Beginning your education at MC will cost substantially less and offer an exemplary education from professors with extensive experience in the industry.

What do students learn if they study Hospitality and Culinary Arts?

HCD graduates who begin at MC and transfer to prestigious colleges and universities such as The Culinary Institute of America, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Johnson & Wales University, Montclair University, New York University, Rutgers University, Saint Elizabeth University, and Stockton University can be offered full credit transfers with scholarship opportunities, saving between $6,000 and $39,000 per year. Beginning your education at MC will cost substantially less and offer an exemplary education from professors with extensive experience in the industry.

Are there any requirements that must be satisfied before taking courses in the major?

Algebra I is a prerequisite for all majors. Algebra I competency may be verified with a passing score on the College’s placement test or by completion of the appropriate course.

How long will it take to complete these programs?

Once students complete developmental coursework (if needed), the degree can be completed in two years of full-time study. They can shorten the amount of time by taking courses in the summer and winter sessions. Certificates may be completed in approximately 14 months and the certificate of achievement in approximately 2 semesters.

Can students who take the Culinary Certificate Program also work toward the A.A.S. degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management?

Yes. All of the culinary courses in the certificate program may be applied to meet the requirements for the A.A.S. degree in the Culinary Arts degree or the Hospitality Management degree.

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