Hospitality Management AS Degree (transfer preparation)

Hospitality Management is the study of different aspects of management and leadership as they relate to the hospitality industry. Included in the hospitality industry are such sectors as hotels, restaurant, travel services, gaming and entertainment, recreation, managed services, and special events. The Associate of Science in Hospitality Management (transfer preparation) will enable students to transfer to universities, including California State Polytechnic University Pomona where a transfer agreement is in place. Transfer requirements at other four-year institutions may vary, so students should consult with a counselor for specific information regarding the transfer requirements for their preferred college or university.

More immediate employment opportunities are also available through this degree without additional higher education preparation. These would include many entry-level and sometimes mid-level management positions in any number of the hospitality sectors. Careers and discipline that generally [but not always] require higher level degrees include general managers, club managers, chefs, and directors of various operational areas in the hospitality sector such as human resource, finances, and operations. Even students who choose not to major in hospitality management find that course work in the field can improve their ability to think critically and solve complex problems, be more aware of their personal abilities/skills, and simply manage in general more effectively.

COD Hospitality Management curriculum includes course offerings that provide a general overview of the hospitality sector as well as course offering in hospitality operations, cooking, finance and law.

College level skill in English is prerequisite for many of these hospitality management courses. For more information please call 760.776.7360.This degree satisfies the lower division core courses and general education requirements leading to a B.S. degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.

Learning Outcomes

Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the various sectors of the hospitality industry.
  2. Demonstrate a basic understanding of fundamental hospitality sector operations.
  3. Realize the various opportunities for employment and advancement in the hospitality industry.
  4. Use critical thinking and analytical skills to problem solve and understand hospitality issues in our community, our country, and the world.
  5. Self analyze their personal/professional abilities for any hospitality management situation.

Program Requirements 

Course Code Title Units
Required Courses
BUAC 020AFinancial Accounting4
BUAC 020BManagerial Accounting4
BUHM 050Introduction to the Hospitality Industry3
BUHM 095AHotel & Restaurant Management Work Experience1
BUHM 051Introduction to Food and Beverage Management3
BUMA 020ABusiness Law I3
CART 040Culinary Fundamentals3
CART 060Sanitation and Safety2
Required Subtotal23
Select one of the following:37-39
CSU General Education Pattern
IGETC General Education Pattern
Kinesiology Activities2
DEGREE TOTAL60