Mission, Vision, Student Success, and Assessment

Mission of the Hospitality Management Program

The Hospitality Management Department advances the land-grant mission, hospitality industry, and discipline by: Preparing students with educational experiences that positively impact the individual, their careers, and society; and conducting applied, industry‐centered research to enhance the well‐being of individuals, organizations, and communities.

Vision of the Hospitality Management Program

We will be regionally recognized:

• As a premier hospitality program preparing the next generation of hospitality managers and executives with strong leadership skills;
• For delivering outstanding graduate education.

Student Success

Student Retention Data	2017 - 2018	2018 - 2019	2019 - 2020
Retention Rate % - Freshmen to Sophomore (for all Programs)	80.8%	73.4%	77.8%

 

Professional Placement	2017-2018	2018-2019	2019-2020
% Students employed in the hospitality industry or a related field within 90 days after graduation	80.8%	73.4%	76.2%
% Students contrinuting their education within 90 days after graduation	1.9%	0%	0.1%
Total Placement	82.7%	73.4%	76.3%

Assessment

Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management

• Student Learning Outcomes (pdf)
• Assessment Course Alignment Matrix (pdf)

Graduate Programs

Master of Science in Foodservice, Hospitality Management and Dietetics Administration

• Student Learning Outcomes (pdf)
• Assessment Course Alignment Matrix (pdf)

Doctor of Philosophy in Foodservice and Hospitality Management

• Student Learning Outcomes (pdf)
• Assessment Course Alignment Matrix (pdf)