The Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality, Restaurant & Tourism Management is jointly offered by the College of Education & Human Sciences and the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. The degree prepares individuals to serve as general managers and directors of hospitality operations by providing an excellent foundation in hospitality, leadership, and business. The program integrates hospitality marketing strategies, communications, and financial management into a curriculum focused on managing facilities and operations that provide hospitality services to the public. Students take HRTM core required courses then select professional courses which include advanced courses in Food & Beverage; Lodging; Event Planning; Tourism/Public Relations; and Human Resources. All students will receive a minor in Leadership & Communication offered by the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication. Students may also complete a minor in business with a few additional classes.

Career opportunities associated with this degree include positions such as Meeting Planner, Private Club Manager, Banquet and Events Coordinator, Wedding Planner, Marketing Manager/Director, Hotel/Resort General Manager, Concierge, Entrepreneur, Catering Manager/Owner/Director, Food & Equipment Distributor, Convention and Visitors Bureau Manager, Food and Beverage General Manager/Regional Manager/Director, Conference/Tradeshow Manager, Public Relations Coordinator, Restaurant Manager, Contract Food Service Manager/Director, Human Resources Manager/Director, Tourism Specialist/Manager/Director, Travel Consultant.