HOSP 432 - Hospitality Management Internship

Credits: 3

Description
This course allows students to accumulate professional experience that will enhance the student’s academic program and career objectives through experiential education engaging the student in a unique multilateral partnership between an approved hospitality partner, the university, and the student. The learning experience will be guided by a contract outlining specific work-related experiences and academic components designed to enhance the student’s knowledge. Students are required to engage in a series of regularly scheduled reflection and learning sessions conducted by faculty with the support of industry leaders.

“Learning Outcomes”

Discuss possible careers related to their major
Identify the most desirable of the possible careers and explore them further through research and discussions with specialist faculty and/or former/current students
Demonstrate the steps needed to facilitate a successful transition from student to professional through activities/presentations on work ethics and professionalism
Develop resiliency through the ability to manage change and create self-confidence