Last updated on 2025-05-14
Program Overview
Do you love dynamic and fast-paced environments? A career in hospitality is flexible and creative, allowing you to meet new people every day. The NAIT Hospitality Management program prepares you to thrive in the accommodations, food and beverage, event management, and tourism industries. Through a combination of labs and lectures, you will gain broad business knowledge and career-ready skills, while also developing supervisory skills to progress towards more complex management roles.
Program Structure
The Hospitality Management program is designed to be completed in 2 years (Full-time). This immersive program combines classroom teaching with hands-on learning experiences, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the workforce. Key features of the program structure include:
- Focus on service skills for food and beverage, catering, and front-desk operations.
- Foundational business courses in the first year, followed by advanced topics in the second year.
- Hands-on learning through industry-relevant case work, visits, and networking opportunities.
- Access to an industry-relevant property management system and service experience in Ernest's dining room.
- Optional co-op pathway, allowing students to gain practical experience through a mandatory co-op work practicum.
Students can expect to spend approximately 20 hours per week attending classes, along with an additional 20-30 hours for studying and assignments.
Featured Experiences
- Hands-on learning through industry-relevant case work and networking opportunities.
- Experience in contemporary settings, including a property management system and dining service.
- Industry visits that provide real-world insights into hospitality operations.
- Optional co-op pathway for practical work experience.
Career Options
Graduates of the Hospitality Management program can pursue a variety of career paths in the hospitality industry. Here are some potential job roles:
- Food and Beverage Manager: Oversee operations in restaurants and catering services, ensuring quality service and customer satisfaction.
- Front-Desk Manager: Manage front-desk operations in hotels, including guest check-in and check-out processes.
- Banquet and Catering Manager: Plan and coordinate events, ensuring all catering needs are met.
- Reservations Agent: Handle booking inquiries and manage reservations for hotels and restaurants.
- Night Auditor: Responsible for balancing financial transactions and ensuring smooth operations during night shifts.
With the skills and knowledge gained from this program, graduates are well-equipped to enter the workforce with confidence in various hospitality roles.
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