Northeastern State University

HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT (HTM)

1233 Introduction to Tourism

Designed to familiarize students with the components of the travel and tourism industry and the economic impact on domestic and international destination areas. This course also reviews career opportunities.

3233 Hotel Operations and Catering

Study and research in areas related to hotel catering and hotel management and operations. The course includes interaction with practitioners for a hands-on perspective.

3323 Convention, Trade Show & Event Management

Comprehensive study of conventions, trade shows, and events from both the buyers’ and sellers’ viewpoints. This course will include site and facilities selection, exhibit planning and marketing, operations, and customer service.

3423 Principles of Meeting Management

Basic foundational aspects of meeting planning, organization, direction, and management. Social and economic benefits to be derived from the meeting industry, analysis of corporate and association meetings, trends and influences in the global market.

3523 Service Industry Management

Analysis of hospitality service operations management. Special emphasis on customer interaction situations and development of appropriate quality service strategies.

3623 Principles of Destination Development

Analysis of elements necessary for development of tourist destinations. The interrelationships of social, economic, and physical aspects of destination development within a specific area, region, or country.

4213 Laws and Regulations for Meetings & Destinations

Legal authorities in relation to establishment and operation of functions and businesses associated with meetings and tourist destinations. The course will emphasize local, state, federal and international laws, regulations and ethical considerations which relate to the industry.

4233 Advanced Administration

A survey of procedures required for efficient administration of meetings and destinations. Topics studied will include negotiations, budgets, association management and ethics. Prerequisite: Junior status.

4323 Meeting Planning and Administration

Applied meeting and convention management to include: meeting and event design, working with suppliers, on-site management, post-event analysis, industryrelated computer programs, and meetings documentation. Prerequisite: HTM 3423.

4333 Applied Destination Management

The development and management of domestic and international tourist destinations. Emphasis will be placed on market analysis, financial accountability, and marketing techniques. Prerequisite: HTM 3623.

4430 Internship

On-the-job training in positions in industry-related positions which will provide additional knowledge in the student’s major area of emphasis. Prerequisite: 2.25 GPA and consent of instructor.

4440 Seminar in Tourism

Study or research in various tourism-related areas such as hotel operations, food and beverage management, recreation/leisure and similar topics.

4453 Meetings and Destination Marketing

An examination of the special techniques utilized in marketing meetings, conventions, trade shows, tourism-related businesses, and destination areas. The course focuses on practical applications. Prerequisites: MKT 3213.

The following courses are available form Tulsa Community College and from other institutions with an equaivalent course.