Bachelor of Science Program
Program Code: BS-SP
Major Code: HTR
Hospitality and Tourism Department
Caudell 334
(716) 878-5913
hospitality.buffalostate.edu/
Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA) Accredited
The hospitality and tourism curriculum prepares graduates for management positions in various aspects of the hospitality industry. Career opportunities exist for: graduates in special events and convention services; cruise lines; sales and marketing; corporate and contract services; airlines and travel; resorts and lodging; food and beverage, culinary, food trucks and menu development; catering and retail; clubs; education and training; healthcare and assisted living; community relations; business development; revenue, finances and purchasing; human resources, customer service; wines and spirits, and other components of industry/business.
The department’s mission is to educate and develop proven hospitality professionals by integrating a strong core curriculum with a deliberate emphasis on experiential learning. The department is defined by its extraordinary focus on student development and is firmly grounded in producing graduates that excel in communication, teamwork, professionalism, and problem-solving.
Admission Requirements
Transfer or undeclared students desiring to major in this program must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 in previous college credits.
Students will be able to:
- Exhibit written, oral, and nonverbal communication as appropriate for the hospitality industry.
- Identify the elements of group dynamics and exhibit the traits of effective team members and leaders.
- Conduct themselves in a manner exceeding stakeholder expectations.
- Resolve customer service and product related issues.
