Program Information
A.S. Degree - Code 201200 - Catalog 2024/2025
Costa Magoulas, Dean, 386-506-3578, Costa.Magoulas@daytonastate.edu
Lisa Allen, Program Advisor, 386-506-3946, Lisa.Allen@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The Hospitality Management Program at Daytona State College is committed to providing a quality education incorporating both theory and practice in order to prepare professionally responsible and capable individuals who will demonstrate value to employers within the hospitality industry. Additionally, our mission is to provide the hospitality industry with leaders who will make meaningful contributions to both the industry and their communities.
Description:
This program provides a solid foundation in hospitality management skills including travel and tourism, food preparation, property management, hotel/motel basics, and service management.
Graduates of this program are eligible to enroll in Daytona State's Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management Program. Call our admissions office, (386) 506-3059, or visit DaytonaState.edu/admissions.html for additional information.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
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Identify the major sectors of the hospitality industry and discuss their interaction.
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Formulate and analyze hospitality industry marketing strategies including targeting, positioning and consumer behaviors.
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Discuss the specialized needs of marketing within the hospitality industry.
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Describe the five criteria that classify hotels.
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Explain how effective communication skills are important to success as a hospitality supervisor and describe personal characteristics that affect communication skills.
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Describe the organizational structure of operations within the hospitality industry.
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Identify and use principles of legal and ethical supervision practices.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Approximate Additional Costs
| Lab Fees charged per Food Production Course for Food Costs: |
$150 |
| Uniforms: |
$75 |
| Professional Cutlery: |
$270 |
Additional Completion Requirements
- Program specific and prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.
Careers
Manager in Hotel/Lodging Industry, Resorts, Spas, Corporate, Country Clubs, Restaurants and Food Service Industry.
Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.
General Education Courses
General Education Core - 15 Credits
Communication (3 credits)
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
Mathematics Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
Natural Sciences Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3 |
Humanities (3 credits)
Choose One Course
Social Sciences (3 credits)
Choose One Course
| AMH2010 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| AMH2020 | United States History 1865 to Present | 3 |
| POS2041 | American Federal Government | 3 |
AMH2010, AMH2020, POS2041: These courses satisfy the Civics Literacy Competency graduation requirement.
Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.
Program Specific Courses
| FOS1201 | Sanitation and Safety | 3 |
| FSS1202C | Food Production I and Lab | 3 |
| FSS1222C | Food Production II and Lab | 3 |
| FSS1270 | Introduction to Craft Beer and Wine | 3 |
| FSS2284C | Catering and Buffet Management and Lab | 3 |
| HFT1000 | Introduction to Hospitality Industry | 3 |
| HFT1410 | Hotel Operations | 3 |
| HFT1940C | Hospitality Practicum I (Basic) and Lab | 3 |
| HFT1941C | Hospitality Practicum II (Intermediate) and Lab | 3 |
| HFT2276 | Resorts: Management and Operations | 3 |
| HFT2282 | Hospitality Supervision | 3 |
| HFT2454 | Hospitality Purchasing and Controls | 3 |
| HFT2500 | Hospitality Marketing | 3 |
| HFT2750 | Event Industry | 3 |
| HFT2780 | Introduction to Gaming Operations | 3 |
Sample Program of Study
Year 1
1st Semester
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
| MGF2130 | Mathematical Thinking | 3 |
| FOS1201 | Sanitation and Safety | 3 |
| HFT1000 | Introduction to Hospitality Industry | 3 |
Students seeking to transfer to Bachelor's program are recommended to complete MAC1105 to satisfy their Mathematics core requirement.
2nd Semester
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3 |
| FSS1202C | Food Production I and Lab | 3 |
| FSS1222C | Food Production II and Lab | 3 |
| FSS1270 | Introduction to Craft Beer and Wine | 3 |
| HFT1940C | Hospitality Practicum I (Basic) and Lab | 3 |
Summer Semester
| HFT1941C | Hospitality Practicum II (Intermediate) and Lab | 3 |
| HFT2282 | Hospitality Supervision | 3 |
Year 2
1st Semester
| Humanities Core | 3 |
| FSS2284C | Catering and Buffet Management and Lab | 3 |
| HFT1410 | Hotel Operations | 3 |
| HFT2276 | Resorts: Management and Operations | 3 |
| HFT2454 | Hospitality Purchasing and Controls | 3 |
| HFT2750 | Event Industry | 3 |
2nd Semester
| HFT2500 | Hospitality Marketing | 3 |
| HFT2780 | Introduction to Gaming Operations | 3 |
| Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy (AMH2010, AMH2020 or POS2041) | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 60