Hospitality Management Undergraduate Program

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Do you enjoy working with people? Love going the extra mile to make customers feel appreciated and satisfied?

Designed for students just like you who have an interest in pursuing a vast spectrum of far-reaching service-oriented careers, the world-class School of Hospitality Management (SHM) undergraduate program at Penn State will help you make your professional mark within the hospitality sector — in a way that reflects your unique career and lifestyle goals.

Major

B.S. in Hospitality Management

This multidisciplinary undergraduate program combines a broad educational foundation with “real-world experiences” and other opportunities for students to hone their leadership, business and communication skills. By tailoring the flexible curriculum to meet your specific needs and interests, you may pursue an emphasis in restaurant management, hotel management, or institutional management.

See Also — Minor

Intercollege Minor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Penn State’s School of Hospitality Management is one of the most prestigious and well-respected programs of its kind in the nation.

Student Spotlight

Grace Bachrach named program marshal for spring commencement

Bachrach was a member of the Penn State student chapter of the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association, a student club that provides a platform for interpersonal and student leadership development. Additionally, she was a member of Eta Sigma Delta, the International Hospitality Honor Society at Penn State. Following graduation, Bachrach has been accepted into the food and beverage manager in training (MIT) program at the Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia.

Learn more about her accomplishments