A convenient, affordable and streamlined approach to earn the Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management degree.
Who can enroll in the program?
- Students who have completed an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Meeting and Events Planning at COD with a minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA.
- New students interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management offered by Roosevelt University at College of DuPage.
- Students who graduated from COD and went elsewhere can be considered for admission to this 3+1 program if they complete any necessary prerequisites.
How does the program work?
- The 120 credit hour program includes 84 credit hours of COD courses and 36 credit hours of Roosevelt University coursework offered offsite at the Roosevelt University Schaumburg Campus.
- Upon completing the AAS, the student completes 36 credit hours of Roosevelt coursework offered onsite at COD.
- Students should apply for admission to Roosevelt University one full semester prior to starting Roosevelt coursework.
- The final Roosevelt University courses will be offered at a 30 percent discount off of the Roosevelt part-time tuition rate.
The Advantage
With the 3+1 program, students pay COD tuition rates for COD coursework. The final 36 Roosevelt University credit hours are offered at a significantly reduced rate, making the goal of continuing their education a reality for more students. This program exemplifies COD’s mission to make education more affordable for its students while stressing academic quality, first-class faculty and extraordinary learning environments.
Years 1 and 2
- Degree: Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Meeting and Events Planning
- Total Credits at College of DuPage: 64-68
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| HOSP 1100 Introduction to the Hospitality Industry | 3 |
| HOSP 1102 Introduction to World Destinations | 3 |
| HOSP 1121 Supervision in the Hospitality Industry | 3 |
| HOSP 1122 Food & Beverage for the Meeting Planner | 2 |
| HOSP 2130 Hospitality Industry Accounting | 3 |
| HOSP 2131 Contracts and Risk Management for the Planner | 3 |
| HOSP 2203 Professional Catering & Banquet Management | 2 |
| HOSP 2253 Meeting and Event Management I | 3 |
| HOSP 2254 Meeting and Event Management II | 3 |
| HOSP 2255 Special Event Management | 3 |
| HOSP 2280 Hospitality Marketing Management | 3 |
| HOSP 2290 Advanced Meeting & Event Management- Capstone | 3 |
| CULIN 1120 Sanitation | 1 |
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Program Electives: Students must complete 10 credits in non-required courses within Culinary Arts or Hospitality and Tourism program areas 1, 2 Required hospitality elective courses for RU: HOSP 1151 Restaurant Services and Sales (2 credits) HOSP 2230 Law for the Hospitality Industry (2 credits) |
10 |
| General Education2 | 18-22 |
1. The student can choose to include an external internship in the 10 credits.
2. In addition to the courses listed above.
Year 3
- Total Additional College of DuPage Credit Hours: 21
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| ENGLI 1102 English Composition II* | 3 |
| CIS 1110*, 1150* or 1205* | 3 |
| MATH 1218 or higher (can be used for AAS requirement) | 3 |
| IAI Approved Humanities | 3 |
| IAI Physical Science course with or without a lab | 3-4 |
| IAI Life Sciences with or without a lab | 3-4 |
| IAI Approved Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| IAI Approved Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
*cannot be used for AAS degree
Year 4
Minimum semester hours to be earned at RU: 36
| RU Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| HOSM 290 Hosp. Assessment and Research | 3 |
| HOSM 300 Managerial Accounting for Hosp. Ind. | 3 |
| HOSM 311 Organizational Studies for Hosp. Ind. | 3 |
| HOSM 350 Advanced Marketing for the Hosp. Ind. | 3 |
| HOSM 399 Hospitality Senior Project | 3 |
Roosevelt will choose 21 hours from the following offerings:
Students must consult with a Roosevelt University advisor to align academic plans.
| Hotel Concentration | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| HOSM 302 Hotel Operations | 3 |
| HOSM 303 Hotel Development | 3 |
| HOSM Facilities Management | 3 |
| Meetings Concentration | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| HOSM 231 Meetings and Events Management | 3 |
| HOSM 315 Applications and Techniques | 3 |
| HOSM 317 Issues and Trends | 3 |
|
Plus one course from: HOSM 319 Events Sales and Services HOSM 323 Exhibition Management HOSM 324 Special Events |
3 |
| Restaurant Concentration | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| HOSM 330 Food and Beverage | 3 |
| HOSM 333 Purchasing for Hospitality | 3 |
| HOSM 335 Restaurant/ Food Service | 3 |
| HOSM 337 Wine, Liquor, and Beverage | 3 |
| Other | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| HOSM 351 Introduction to Sports | 3 |
| HOSM 353 Sports Marketing | 3 |
Important Notes
- Students are encouraged to meet with a College of DuPage counselor or advisor for help planning for the College of DuPage portion of the program.
- Courses are not listed in sequence. Please consult your academic advisor and the current course schedule to determine when courses should be taken.
- Student must apply and be accepted into school prior to taking 3rd year courses. Not doing so will result in not receiving financial aid.
- A student must earn a minimum of 120 credit hours to qualify for graduation with a bachelor’s degree. At least 36 of the 120 credit hours for graduation must be completed through Roosevelt University. Students follow the degree requirements for the catalog year in which they enter Roosevelt University.
- Students must register and purchase books at Roosevelt University for Roosevelt University courses.
Contact Information
Counseling, Advising and Transfer Services
Student Services Center (SSC), Room 3200
(630) 942-2259
Erica Poremba, MBA, Ed.D. (ABD)
Executive Director of Community Colleges & Academic Relations
Roosevelt University
(847) 619-8650
Email: eporemba01@roosevelt.edu