Career opportunities abound as growth of the hospitality industry continues throughout the United States and the world requiring trained individuals to fill the multitude of varied positions. Students may choose individual courses, certification in areas of specialization, as well as, completion of an Associate in Science Degree.

The Hotel, Travel & Tourism, and Spa Management programs at Orange Coast College use materials from the Educational Institute of the American Hotel & Lodging Association, the world leader in hospitality education and training. Students who successfully complete these courses earn globally recognized certificates from the American Hotel & Lodging Association in addition to college credits applicable toward a Certificate or Associate’s Degree at Orange Coast College.

To earn a certificate, complete the required coursework as listed with a “C” or better. At least 50% of all Airline, Hotel, Spa, Meeting/Event, Travel & Tourism coursework must be completed at Orange Coast College.

Students are encouraged to complete the requirements for an Associate in Science degree. Graduation requirements for an Associate degree can be found in the college catalog under Graduation Requirement. With additional coursework, students can prepare for a Bachelor’s Degree in this field. For more department information, call (714) 432-5835 x6 or visit the School of Hospitality website at http://orangecoastcollege.edu.

Note: Curriculum may be adjusted to meet the needs of students with extensive industry related experience. Evening and weekend courses are available.

• A student may opt to “dual major” by applying some of these courses to the Hotel, Spa, or Travel & Tourism Degree/Certificate programs.

HOTEL MANAGEMENT

These courses have been recommended by industry to provide essential preparation to supervise and manage within operational areas in a hotel. Courses have been organized to provide understanding of techniques and knowledge necessary in developing effective leadership and decision making skills and successful communication among all departments contributing to positive guest experiences.

Core Curriculum
Required Courses

FRONT OFFICE SPECIALIST

Develop essential skills necessary for advancement or employment in a service sector role within the hospitality industry.

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT

Required Courses

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Gain insight into decision making skills, and organizational understanding for advancement or employment in a human resource role within the hospitality industry.

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Required Courses

SALES AND MARKETING SPECIALIST

Develop essential skills necessary for advancement or employment within a sales or marketing role in the hospitality, event, or meeting management industries.

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT

Required Courses

ROOM OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Associate in Science Degree

These courses have been recommended by industry to provide essential preparation to supervise and manage within operational areas of a hotel. Courses have been organized to provide understanding of techniques and knowledge necessary in developing effective leadership and decision making skills for successful communication among all departments contributing to positive guest experiences.

ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM

Required Courses

ASSOCIATE DEGREE

In addition to completion of the required courses this program requires completion of the Associate in Science Graduation Requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.

MEETING AND EVENT MANAGEMENT

With the upturn in the economy comes a return to exciting events and additional meetings and conferences. The great news is that staging these memorable soirees could come to you!

The Meeting and Event Management program focuses on the planner’s practical “need to know” tools and skills. Participant’s may choose individual courses that meet their needs and interests or complete four core courses, three areas of specialization classes, and a practicum to earn the Certificate of Completion.

Learn from well-known experienced industry professionals who are eager to share the practical “need to know” tools and skills essential to every successful meeting and event planner. Attain a solid understanding of the myriad details and behind-the-scenes considerations needed to assure your meeting or event is the success you and your clients hoped for.

Convenient online and weekend classes are designed to provide a dynamic learning experience with extensive interaction between students and instructors-through case studies, real-life examples, group work and hands-on activities. Special features include “behind the scenes” visits to hotel meeting facilities and development of a hands-on project.

CERTIFICATE OF SPECIALIZATION

Required Courses