Hospitality and Tourism
Plan events, manage services and deliver exceptional experiences.
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Create desserts, manage kitchens and build a career in baking and pastry.
The Baking and Pastry A.A.S. degree program prepares students for careers in the hospitality industry with a focus on baking, pastry production and kitchen operations. Students learn how to create a wide range of baked goods and desserts while developing the skills needed to manage pastry and baking environments.
Through hands-on training, students gain experience in food preparation, menu planning, cost control, sanitation, nutrition and marketing. The program combines technical baking skills with business knowledge to prepare students for entry- to mid-level roles in a variety of food service settings.
Benefits of this program:
Learn the fundamentals of baking and pastry production.
The Baking and Pastry Certificate program prepares students for entry-level roles in the hospitality industry with a focus on baking and dessert preparation. Students learn how to create a variety of baked goods while developing foundational skills used in professional kitchens.
Through hands-on training, students gain experience in baking techniques, food preparation, sanitation and kitchen operations while building attention to detail and consistency in production.
Benefits of this program:
Lead kitchens and manage food service operations.
The Culinary Arts Management A.A.S. degree program prepares students for careers overseeing food service operations across the hospitality industry. Students develop both culinary and business skills needed to manage kitchens, lead teams and support successful operations in restaurants, hotels, health care facilities, catering and more.
Through hands-on training, students gain experience in food preparation, menu planning, cost control, marketing, nutrition and sanitation while learning how to manage staff and daily operations. The program combines culinary techniques with small business management skills to prepare students for leadership roles in a growing industry.
Benefits of this program:
Start your career in professional kitchens.
The Culinary Arts Management Certificate program prepares students for entry-level roles in food production and kitchen operations. Students learn the fundamentals of food preparation, safety and kitchen workflow while building the skills needed to work in fast-paced culinary environments.
Through hands-on training, students gain experience in cooking techniques, sanitation, menu preparation and basic kitchen management while developing teamwork, organization and attention to detail.
Benefits of this program:
Manage operations and deliver exceptional guest experiences.
The Restaurant and Hotel Management A.A.S. degree program prepares students for careers in the hospitality industry with a focus on managing restaurants, hotels and guest services. Students develop the skills needed to oversee daily operations, lead teams and create positive experiences for customers.
Through hands-on coursework, students learn about personnel management, inventory control, accounting, menu planning, food preparation, marketing and front desk operations. The program also covers catering, facility layout and service design to give students a well-rounded understanding of hospitality management.
Benefits of this program:
Start your career in the hospitality industry.
The Restaurant and Hotel Management Certificate program prepares students for entry-level roles in restaurants, hotels and guest service environments. Students learn the fundamentals of hospitality operations, customer service and day-to-day business practices used across the industry.
Through hands-on coursework, students develop skills in guest relations, front desk operations, food service support and basic management principles while gaining an understanding of how hospitality businesses operate.
Benefits of this program:
Build the skills to succeed in retail and customer-focused careers.
The Retail Management Certificate program prepares students for roles in the retail industry with a focus on sales, operations and leadership. Students learn the core competencies needed to succeed in retail environments while developing skills that transfer across a variety of industries.
Through hands-on coursework, students build experience in customer service, merchandising, sales strategies and store operations while strengthening communication, problem-solving and leadership abilities. The program is designed to prepare students for immediate entry into the workforce or advancement into supervisory roles.
Benefits of this program:
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