Hospitality

100% of this program can be completed online.

One program—so many possibilities!

The hospitality industry is experiencing a resurgence. MCC’s Hospitality Certificate lets you compete for rewarding, well-paying jobs in travel & tourism, food & beverage, event planning and more. The program is designed to help you enter the workforce in a short period of time and offers the flexibility of in-person, online and evening classes. With the SUNY credits you earn, you could also continue your studies in a related degree program.

What is the Hospitality Certificate program like?

You will learn from instructors who share real-world experience. Through classroom and hands-on instruction, you’ll build a fundamental understanding of the hospitality industry.

Your electives could include:

  • Hotel Operations
  • Travel and Tourism
  • Restaurant Management
  • Experience in our student run restaurant, Food for Thought

Where will you work?

MCC graduates are valued team members in all areas of hospitality, including restaurants, catering, cruise lines, theme parks, car rental companies, hotels and grocery merchants.

Depending on experience and education, advancement opportunities could include:

  • Restaurant supervisor
  • Front office supervisor
  • Guest services representative

To learn how you can launch your hospitality career at Monroe Community College, contact our admissions office at (585) 292-2200 or admissions@monroecc.edu.

Questions about this certificate program?  Write the MCC Hospitality Department at awolff@monroecc.edu or call (585) 292-2542.

Hospitality

Certificate Program

Department:Hospitality

School(s): Applied Sciences & Technologies

MCC Program Code: HM14

100% of this program can be completed online.

This program's design is based on: New MCC General Education

Description
This program is designed for the student who is interested in the hospitality industry, event planning, hotel operations, or restaurant management without the broad liberal arts background. A graduate of this program will have established a basis for a career in the hospitality industry and will be qualified for a range of entry-level positions in restaurants, catering, cruise lines, car rental companies, hotels, and grocery stores. Cooperative Education provides work-based experience to expand students’ learning opportunities.

Program Learning Outcomes
1. Identify and discuss the various career opportunities that make up the hospitality industry.
2. Explore and analyze current and future trends in the industry.
3. Apply sales and marketing principles.
4. Apply technology applications to stay current with the hospitality industry.
5. Work effectively as a team member.
6. Perform career planning strategies.

Employment Potential
For related jobs: Career Coach
Occupational Resource: https://www.onetonline.org

Requirements for Program Entrance
Algebra (1-year high school math) or MCC Level 2 Mathematics placement, and English placement (TRS 200) or higher. The Math and English requirements are aligned with Hospitality Management A.A.S Degree requirements

Distribution Requirements

Credit Hours
FIRST SEMESTER: 14-15 Credit Hours
HSP 101 Introduction to the Hospitality3
HSP 102 Hospitality Service OR HSP 115 Guest Service Hospitality* 3-4
HSP 201 Hospitality Human Resource` 3
ANY PROGRAM ELECTIVE (HSP, FSA, TVL**) 3
ANY CRC ELECTIVE*** 2
Total 14-15
SECOND SEMESTER: 16 Credit Hours
HSP 251 Hospitality Marketing 3
HSP 275 Current Issues and Trends in Hospitality 3
ANY PROGRAM ELECTIVE (HSP, FSA, TVL)3
ANY PROGRAM ELECTIVE (HSP, FSA,TVL**)3
HSP 260 Cooperative Education - Hospitality Management 4
Total 16
TOTAL CREDITS 30-31


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