The A.S. in Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism Management (HRTM) is designed to prepare students to begin a career in the creative, people-oriented Hospitality, Recreation & Tourism industries, or to continue with their education toward a Bachelor’s degree. The program provides a business planning and management foundation that examines industry trends, consumer behavior, guest services and other factors that influence Hospitality Recreation & Tourism development and promotion. Students will receive exposure to critical thinking skills as well as a broad education and awareness of values, skills, and attitudes that will prepare them for responsible citizenship roles across the scope of the hospitality, recreation and tourism industry and society.
AS degree available 100% online
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Talk to an Enrollment Technician: (732) 255-0482
Benefits of Earning Your Degree
Benefits of Earning Your Degree
Set yourself apart from the competition by securing an education!
- Enhanced career pathways
- Higher entry-level points
- Increased salary potential
Associate Degree + Bachelor’s Degree Benefits
- Enter at Supervisor and Management Level
- 24% increase in salary over non-degree staff
- High salary director and vice president level positions, employed with large corporations
Learning Objectives
- Understand the management processes that will provide positive leisure experiences
- Explore career opportunities and the qualifications needed for entry.
- Examine the theories and skills needed to manage successful employees.
- Distinguish the special characteristics of hospitality, recreation and tourism service.
Skills You’ll Learn
- Cost Control and Accounting
- Customer Service Management
- Employee Hiring, Training and Management
- Event Design and Planning
- Legal and Risk Management
- Marketing
- Operations Procedures
Event Planner
Daily Responsibilities:
- Event research, design, and marketing
- Site selection, set up, and menu planning
- Manage onsite event operations
- Guest safety and risk management
Destination Marketing
Daily Responsibilities:
- Develop support, appreciation, and advocacy for the value of the destination
- Create marketing and communications plans
- Identify members, partners, and funding sources
Hotel Manager
Daily Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute operational procedures
- Ensure guest satisfaction and safety
- Demonstrate knowledge of hotel services
- Revenue Management
Attraction/Theme Park Manager
Daily Responsibilities:
- Identify factors that influence attendance
- Ensure guest satisfaction and safety
- Train and develop staff
- Capacity Management
For more information
Contact: Sean Bips
Phone: 732-255-0400, Ext. 2821.
Email: sbips@ocean.edu
Interested in exploring a career in Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism Management (HRTM)?
Java Junction is looking for apprentices for the Fall 2022 semester! This is part of a paid credit-based course, which can also be taken as an elective by non-hospitality students. Participants will have the unique opportunity to strengthen their management and customer service skills, in a real-world setting.
RELATED LINKS
CAREERS IN HOSPITALITY RECREATION AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT
Event Planner
Destination Marketing
Hotel Manager
Attraction/Theme Park Manager
Restaurant Manager
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