Hospitality Management

A food-focused approach to the hospitality business.

Degree requirements Curriculum (pdf)

As a hospitality management student, you will explore food-focused social and biological sciences. You will also learn critical business and management concepts that will make you highly sought-after for careers in restaurant and hotel management, event planning, catering, and food service.

The hospitality management curriculum provides a strong foundation for you to learn fundamentals while allowing flexibility for you to pursue individual interests through various minors, internships and study abroad experiences.

Our well-managed class sizes will allow you to receive more personalized attention and interaction with your core faculty members. Experiential learning opportunities empower you to build your professional networks and tailor an individualized career plan.

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Student-Run Facilities

As part of the curriculum, you will assist in the operation and management of our student-run facilities that are open to the public, Bevier Café and the Spice Box. You will learn how to safely prepare and serve foods, and execute fine dining experiences. You will also have opportunities to participate in practical and professional internships.

Check out some facility videos:

Bevier Café Spice Box

Program Highlights

Required Work Experience

Students are required to complete two work experiences which expose the students to the industry and promote professional development.

Strong Alumni Network

The University of Illinois has one of the strongest and largest alumni networks.

New Course

Foundations of Hotel Management (FSHN 346). The course will provide a comprehensive overview of key areas in hotel operations and management. The concepts and principles will be applied in interactive hotel case simulations designed for an immersive learning experience.

Small Faculty to Student Ratio

Small course sizes allow student to receive more individualized attention and interaction with faculty members in the core hospitality management courses.