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
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)