Hospitality and Tourism

Program Overview

Associate in Applied Science / 63-64 Credits

The Hospitality & Tourism (HOST) program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Program in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA). The program offers various levels of educational opportunity:

Certificate of Competence (CO) that is designed for students who wish to acquire or upgrade their skills and knowledge.
One-year Certificate of Achievement (CA) that provides essential knowledge and skills in the hospitality industry.
Two-year Associate in Applied Science that serves as preparation for the areas of hospitality management.

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Length of Program

2 Years

Students planning to transfer to baccalaureate degree programs should see a counselor about the requirements for entrance to these programs. A grade of C or better in HOST courses is required for the CO, CA, and AAS degree. A minimum 2.0 GPA is required.

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Become a leader!

Gain an advantage with our 90% Job Placement Rate!

Join one of the leading hospitality programs in the Pacific
Participate in our study abroad and international internships
Benefit from the ACPHA accredited curriculum

U.H.M.C. Hospitality and tourism student Chloe Nakagawa at the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Shanghai, China, where she's completing a management trainee internship. Her quote on the image describes the experience as life-changing, helping her grow personally and professionally while living in a new culture

"This Shanghai internship is a once-in-a-lifetime experience... I'm savouring every moment of this unforgettable journey."
- Chloe Nakagawa, HOST Student

Take The Next Step

Request more information about this program or contact:

Lorelle A.S. Peros, CHE

Interim Dean of Career & Technical Education
Professor, Hospitality & Tourism Program

Department Chair, Business & Hospitality

Phone: (808) 984-3343
Email: lorelle@hawaii.edu

Liping Liu, Ph.D. CHE

Professor, Hospitality & Tourism Program
Program Coordinator

Phone: (808) 984-3328
Email: lipingl@hawaii.edu

Linda Fujitani

HOST Counselor
Phone: (808) 984-3226

Appointments: (808) 984-3306
Email: lkfujita@hawaii.edu

Darlene Guerrero

HOST Counselor
Phone: (808) 984-3579

Fax: (808) 984-3872

Appointments: (808) 984-3306
Email: dcg3@hawaii.edu

Course Schedules

View a month-by-month schedule of courses, as well as descriptions for each.

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Scholarships

View our current scholarship opportunities. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

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Employment

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EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES

Program Articulations

University of Hawaii - West Oahu ー UHMC and UHWO

Northern Arizona University ー UHMC and NAU

Program Mission & SLOs

Identify and apply the knowledge and skills necessary for hospitality and tourism operations.
Develop and integrate a core set of business skills necessary to successfully operate a hospitality and tourism organization.
Analyze diverse and dynamic hospitality workplace situations to solve problems and achieve goals through leadership and teamwork.
Formulate business decisions in hospitality and tourism management.
Evaluate leadership principles necessary in the diverse and global hospitality and tourism industry.

Events

Collage of Hospitality and Tourism students engaged in program activities surrounding the text 'Explore UHMC host'.

Shermila's Testimony

Shermila inspires future students to take advantage of these opportunities to build their skills and networks. In addition, Shermila encourages students to be proactive in their learning. Asking questions, seeking out additional resources, and taking ownership of their education. By doing so, students can get the most out of the program and prepare themselves for successful careers in the industry. With dedication and hard work, you can achieve great things both in school and beyond.