The goal of the Hospitality and Recreation Management program is to integrate business academics in an entrepreneurial, experiential setting, providing graduates of the Hospitality and Recreation Management - Hospitality Management Option the confidence, knowledge, and skills to successfully advance the area’s Hospitality and Recreation Industry.

Program Overview

What Will You Learn?

Associate of Science

In the Hospitality and Recreation Management - Hospitality Management Option you will develop technical skills through practical “real life” experience in the hospitality industry. You will be able to critically analyze problems, develop leadership skills, and exercise ethics in running a hospitality related business.

Cost

In-State Tuition: $223/credit

Out-of-State / International Tuition: $429/credit

Some programs have additional program fees

Timeline

4 Semesters

62-67 credits

Learn Online

This program may be completed 50% or more online.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.

Locations

  • HRM and CUL courses are offered at QCC at the Worcester Senior Center; other courses may be completed at QCC Worcester (Main Campus).
  • This program may be completed face-to-face.

Curriculum

Business Basics

Semester 1

This semester will explore computer skills, English, hotel and restaurant management, and ethics, and office operations.
Hospitality skills

Semester 2

This semester will cover more advanced office management, English, and management in other hospitality venues.
marketing your business

Semester 3

This semester will involve learn about sales, marketing, psychology, and hotel management.
Become an Expert

Semester 4

This semester will focus on accounting, management, and various electives for a well-rounded education.
See the full curriculum

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Connections

The following program(s) have connections that can be completed alongside or applied to this program:

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Certificate

Foodservice Management Certificate

A graduate of the QCC Foodservice Management Certificate program will have knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level management in both front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house operations. This program is a proud partner with the National Restaurant Association and the CHRIE serve success program. Students can earn simultaneous credentialing with these programs.
A man working a cafeteria holds a salad in hand
Certificate

Culinary Arts Certificate

The QCC Culinary Arts Certificate program is designed to provide a career step for graduates of QCC’s workforce culinary basics program by allowing graduates to enter directly into a culinary career, or to seamlessly continue toward an associate degree in Foodservice Management. This program will produce graduates with a clearly-defined personal set of ethics to support the burgeoning and innovative culinary industry of Central Massachusetts. Graduates will have the ability to incorporate local and sustainable practice or products into a foodservice operation.
QCC cafeteria staff in the kitchen
Certificate

Dietary Management Certificate

The QCC Dietary Management Certificate program includes academic coursework and 150 hours of practical field experience that prepares students for entry-level foodservice managerial positions in schools, hospitals, long-term care facilities, assistive living centers, and correctional facilities, as well as for certification and/or continuing education. The QCC Dietary Management Certificate is approved by the Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals (ANFP).
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Certificate

Hospitality Management Certificate

The Hospitality Management Certificate is designed for individuals with industry experience who desire to advance into management positions. The curriculum is designed to build upon an individual’s industry experience and knowledge of operations and job responsibilities.
More Info
Course TitleCourse #Semester OfferedCreditsPrerequisites

Semester 1

  • Apply and get accepted to this program (Program Code: HRHO).
  • Apply for prior credit articulated from technical high school program.
  • Register for and successfully complete all courses to graduate in four semesters.
  • Complete ENG 101.
Introduction to Microcomputer Applications ORCIS 111F/S/SU3 
Business Elective--- 
Composition IENG 101F/S/SU3Placement into college level English
Introduction to Hotel/Restaurant ManagementHRM 101F/S3 
Front Office OperationsHRM 135F3 
Hospitality Law and EthicsHRM 221F/S3 
  Total15 

Semester 2

  • Meet with Career Services to discuss the co-op process and leads for co-op placements.
  • If considering transfer, meet with a Transfer Services Advisor. See www.QCC.edu/transfer.
Composition IIENG 102F/S/SU3ENG 101
Front Office ManagementHRM 136S3 
Bar and Beverage ManagementHRM 139S3 
Management in the Hospitality IndustryHRM 235S3 
Hotel/Restaurant Management Elective or Culinary Elective---F/S/SU3 
  Total15 

Semester 3

  • Contact Career Services to complete all requirements of CPS 298 (required prior to registration for HRM 299). See www.QCC.edu/career-services.
  • If considering transfer, meet with representatives of four-year schools to discuss/begin the transfer application process; or create an account on the QCC job board to search for internships, co-ops and jobs.
Pre Cooperative Education SeminarCPS 298F/S0 
Hotel Meetings: Sales and OperationsHRM 232F3 
Destination Marketing and ManagementHRM 236F3 
Psychology of Interpersonal Relations ORPSY 118F3Placement into college level English
Human Relations in OrganizationsPSY 158F/S/SU
Mathematics Elective or Science Elective---F/S/SU3-4 
Multiple Perspectives Elective---F/S/SU3 
  Total15-16 

Semester 4

  • Continue with/complete the transfer application process; or if seeking employment, meet with Career Services for career readiness preparation and to learn more about QCC’s job board.
  • Submit an Intent to Graduate Form, located on The Q.
Financial Accounting IACC 101F/S/SU3Placement into college level English
Cooperative Work ExperienceHRM 299F/S/SU2-6CPS 298, Approval of Program Coordinator
Business Elective---F/S/SU3 
Hotel/Restaurant Management Elective or Culinary Elective---F/S/SU3 
Liberal Arts Elective---F/S/SU3 
Liberal Arts Elective---F/S/SU3 
  Total17-21 
Total Credits Required:  62-67 

Program Goals:

The goal of the Hospitality and Recreation Management program is to integrate business academics in an entrepreneurial, experiential setting, providing graduates of the Hospitality and Recreation Management - Hospitality Management Option the confidence, knowledge, and skills to successfully advance the area’s Hospitality and Recreation Industry.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

  • Demonstrate and develop leadership skills through group cooperation.
  • Demonstrate and develop technical skills through practical “real life” experience in the industry.
  • Recognize the importance of quality and ethics in interpersonal relationships.
  • Demonstrate improved ability to exercise judgment and critically analyze problems.
  • Demonstrate professional written, oral, and non-verbal communication skills.

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions@qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

Program Admissions Requirements:

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

  • High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.

CORI, SORI, Finger Printing & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks may be required for students working at the Diner. Fingerprinting and drug testing are not required.

Additional Cost:

See the Program Fees page.

Technical Performance Standards:

See the Technical Performance Standards page. (Note: Not all programs have technical performance standards).

Credit for Prior Learning:

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) allows students to use skills they already have towards a college degree or certificate. Work, life, volunteer and military experience may be translated into credit, allowing students to take fewer classes and earn their degree faster. CPL eliminates redundancies for students who have already earned credentials or mastered skills required for their program of study. Email experience@qcc.mass.edu for more information and eligibility.

  • Students who graduated from area hospitality or culinary high school programs may have articulated credit.

Career Outlook:

Please consult the Massachusetts Career Information System at https://masscis.intocareers.org/ or the Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/ooh/ for specific occupational information. The CIP code for this program is 52.0901.

Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:

Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at www.QCC.edu/agreements. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at www.QCC.edu/transfer.

Additional Information:

  • All courses in the certificate program apply to the associate degree.
  • HRM courses may be used as Business Electives.