The Lodging Management Emphasis prepares students for management careers in hotels,
lodging, resorts and public and private clubs. This emphasis will analyze competitive
strategies, leadership styles, teamwork and technology in this dynamic and ever-changing
hospitality industry.
HANDS-ON LEARNING opportunities
Event planning
Event preparation
Hands on work with Arkansas Hospitality Association to coordinate Hospitality Games
at the Vendor Showcase each year in Little Rock.
Management of events in the community and department.
Overnight field trips working one-on-one with Housekeeping department in State Park
or other resort facilities.
Redesign on hospitality facility (hotel room, kitchen, bar, event space).
SKILLS YOU WILL LEARN
Catering and event management
Critical thinking
Financial analysis
Food safety and handling
Leadership
Management
Marketing
Professionalism
Team building
Students living in states bordering Arkansas receive in-state tuition.
Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. The Arkansas Tech University school
code to use on the FAFSA is 001089.
