Business Administration - Hospitality

The Bachelor of Science in business administration with a concentration in hospitality covers every aspect from food and beverage planning to operations and resort management. Companies are increasingly emphasizing specialized training in hotel, restaurant, or hospitality management for most hotel management positions, therefore, college graduates with degrees in this field will have increased job opportunities.

The hospitality program is offered online and on the main campus in Beckley. Students on the Martinsburg campus can pursue this concentration through a combination of traditional, independent, and online study.

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What can I study in hospitality at MSU?

The hospitality program provides students with insight into food service, facilities, and resort management. Students will be expected to analyze and evaluate the necessary functions of hospitality operations: guest relations, food and beverage, operations, maintenance, and marketing. The program will address restaurant and food service operations, including the design, menu planning, cost control, and current trends. Effective project management and traits vital for leadership and management roles will also be discussed.

What career opportunities can I expect in hospitality?

Graduates of the hospitality concentration may pursue employment as lodging managers, food service managers, food and beverage directors, or meeting and convention planners. Some candidates may also be interested in serving as travel agents, tour guides and escorts, travel guides, or flight attendants.

Additionally, graduates may be qualified to work in operations management, merchandising management, sales and reservations, and district, general, and regional management.