Developed with input from industry experts, the Hospitality and Tourism Management program will give you practical hands-on education, ensuring you have the real-world knowledge and skills to achieve success in the workforce.

During this program, you will develop a strong understanding of the hospitality and tourism industries. You will gain knowledge in guest experiences delivery, sales and marketing, service and applied leadership, all complemented by a strong financial management foundation. You will expand your knowledge by choosing a specialization in travel and tourism, entrepreneurship and innovation, hotel and accommodation management, restaurant and service operations, event management, beverage management and more.

Develop qualities that are in high demand for all hospitality and tourism jobs such as communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills. The industry is fast-paced and requires you to be adaptable, enthusiastic and resilient. If you enjoy keeping busy and working within a team to achieve common goals, then this career is perfect for you.

Event Management specialization
This specialization exposes you to all aspects of the event and meeting planning industry, from conventions to live events and festivals. You will gain applied knowledge in contract and stakeholder negotiations, event strategy planning and execution as you bring several events to life on campus and with industry partners, from small-scale VIP events to large events.

Upon graduation After 3-5 years
Events/banquets operations coordinator/manager (after 2 years) Design Management
Resource development coordinator Manager
Food and beverage coordinator Director
Special event manager (arts/nonprofit/entrepreneur) Business development: Manager, Director
Event coordinator /Convention Service Coordinator Convention manager
Wedding coordinator (onsite lead, set-up/teardown) Event manager
Facilities/venue rental manager Board member
Event support: Porters, setup/takedown crew, registration support Stakeholder development
Volunteer coordinator (sports association) Project Management
Golf tournament coordinators Marketing Manager
Entrepreneur
Union Rep/Steward
Venue Operations
Talent buying
Community Investment
Sport development
Event services
Other areas of specialization

Hotel and Accommodations
Restaurant and Service Operations
Beverage Management
Travel and Tourism
Multi-Disciplinary
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
A career in hospitality provides many travel opportunities with jobs available all over the globe. When you graduate, your career options will be diverse. Consider an exciting career as a travel agent, event planner, food and beverage manager, hotelier or start your very own business – the sky’s the limit!

Is this the right fit for me?
To succeed in this program, you should:

Attend and actively participate in all classes
Be prepared to work in teams and within the industry to get workplace experience
Have an understanding of the hospitality and tourism industry, including rewards and challenges
Become familiar and adhere to SAIT's policies and procedures
Have strong written and oral communication skills
If you are engaged in campus life and take advantage of SAIT services and resources, you may be more likely to experience success in SAIT's programs.

Credential
After successfully completing this program, graduates will receive a SAIT Hospitality and Tourism Management diploma. As a Hospitality and Tourism Management graduate, you will have the opportunity to continue into the Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management degree to further your education in the field.

Graduates can pursue job opportunities in hotels, restaurants, resorts, private clubs and attractions locally and worldwide. Related careers include:

events operations coordinator
resource development coordinator
special event manager
facilities/venue rental manager.