HOSM 151 Hospitality Marketing

This course takes a practical perspective in introducing students to the marketing of hotels, restaurants and clubs. Students are introduced to market segmentation, marketing research, sales, advertising, public relations, promotions, packaging, pricing strategies, revenue maximization, travel purchasing systems, and the future of hospitality marketing.

Credits

3

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

45

General Education Competency

[GE Core type]

HOSM 151Hospitality Marketing

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I. General Information

Department

Business

II. Course Specification

Course Type

Program Requirement

General Education Competency

[GE Core type]

Credit Hours Narrative

3

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

45

Grading Method

Letter grade

Repeatable

N

III. Catalog Course Description

This course takes a practical perspective in introducing students to the marketing of hotels, restaurants and clubs. Students are introduced to market segmentation, marketing research, sales, advertising, public relations, promotions, packaging, pricing strategies, revenue maximization, travel purchasing systems, and the future of hospitality marketing.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

Understanding the hospitality industry B. Market segmentation and the hospitality industry 3. Positioning in line with consumer preferences 4. The channels of distribution 5. Consumers and marketing in perspective 6. Market research 7. Sales 8. Customer service 9. Advertising 10. Public relations 11. Promotions 12. Packaging 13. Collateral materials and promotional support 14. Technology and marketing in perspective 15. Database marketing 16. Electronic marketing 17. Understanding rates and fares 18. Pricing strategies 19. Revenue maximization 20. Marketing budget 21. Marketing plans 22. Marketing and the law

VI. Delivery Methodologies

Required Assignments

Chapter homework and case studies with each chapter 1-26 Design, complete and present a marketing plan for your business.

Required Exams

Chapter tests Marketing plan Final exam with certification from the American Hotel and Lodging Association

Required Text

Marketing in the Hospitality Industry. Ronald Nykiel. 5th edition.

Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements

Chapter homework and case studies with each chapter 1-26 Design, complete and present a marketing plan for your business. Chapter tests Marketing plan Final exam with certification from the American Hotel and Lodging Association