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Bachelor of Science in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Engage in the experiences that will prepare you to confidently lead in the tourism and hospitality management field. Norfolk State University’s Tourism and Hospitality Management program uses theory-based instruction and practical experience to educate and train you for management roles in a challenging and changing global hospitality environment.
When you pursue your degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management at NSU, you will complete coursework that emphasizes the disciplines of management, marketing, operations and accounting. These areas of study are also important should you be interested in entrepreneurship as part of your bachelor’s in tourism and hospitality management.
Complete your degree in tourism and hospitality management entirely online
Our tourism and hospitality management program is offered entirely online through the NSU School of Business. This means you will have time-flexible learning opportunities that fit your schedule.
Bachelor’s in Tourism and Hospitality Management at a Glance
- Classes Offered 100% Online
- Total Credit Hours: 121
- Top 20 HCBCU
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Why Study Tourism and Hospitality Management at NSU?
Whether you’re looking to lead a team of employees at a local restaurant or you’re interested in managing a niche bed and breakfast — or a major hotel that hosts conferences and weddings — a degree in tourism and hospitality management from Norfolk State University will help you develop the skills to stand out as a leader in this rewarding career.
Here’s how NSU can help you gain the insights and experiences you need to excel in the tourism and hospitality management industry.
Hands-on internships
You might be wondering, “What is tourism and hospitality management?” If so, you can experience it all for yourself through a variety of practical learning opportunities. Program internships and mentorships are available with two local hotel operators — LTD Hospitality and Gold Key/PHR — as well as with the Norfolk and Virginia Beach Convention and Visitors Bureaus.
Faculty with industry experience and connections
You will learn from Tourism and Hospitality Management faculty who have a combined 100 years of experience in the hospitality industry, entrepreneurship and teaching. Their numerous contacts with local industry leaders open the doors for you to engage in internships, mentorships and networking opportunities.
Scheduling flexibility
Our degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management consists of 121 credit hours that can be completed over four years. Because the program is offered completely online, you will have increased flexibility with your class schedule and completing program requirements.
What Courses Will I Take as a Tourism and Hospitality Management Student?
To earn your Bachelor of Science degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management at Norfolk State University, you must complete 121 credit hours of study. These include a combination of general education courses as well as core courses and electives within several business-related disciplines.
Sample coursework includes:
- Principles of Financial Accounting
- Fundamentals of Nutrition for Food Service
- Legal Environment for Business
- Principles of Marketing
- Purchasing for the Hospitality Industry
- Franchising
- Hospitality Human Resources Management
View the full course catalog for the Bachelor of Science in Tourism and Hospitality Management.
Where Will My Degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management Take Me?
Think about these questions: When is the last time you went out to eat in a restaurant? What was the last hotel you stayed in overnight? Where did you go on your last trip or vacation?
Tourism and hospitality management is among the world’s biggest industry. So if you’re asking yourself your own questions — such as “what is tourism and hospitality management?” and “what is tourism and hospitality management when it comes to my career?” — consider these job titles and career areas:
- Conference center director
- Country club manager
- Event planner
- Hotel manager
- Housekeeping director
- Restaurant manager
- Theme park manager
- Travel agent
Career outlook for Tourism and Hospitality Management majors
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, through the year 2030:
- Employment of food service managers is projected to grow 15%, which is faster than the average of all occupations, and the median annual wage was $59,440 in May 2021.
- Employment opportunities within the lodging industry are expected to grow by 9%, which is as fast as the average, and the median annual wage was $59,430 in May 2021.
- Employment of meeting, convention and event planners is projected to grow 18%, which is much faster than average, and the median annual wage was $49,470 in May 2021.
The fluctuation and projected growth of all these areas is related to the recovery from the COVID-19 recession that began in 2020.
How Do I Get Started in the Bachelor’s in Tourism and Hospitality Management at NSU?
NSU’s School of Business uses the same admission standards as the University. Our Office of Admissions is ready to help you understand these requirements and apply to NSU.
Transferring to NSU
If you’ve taken courses from other regionally accredited colleges and universities, you may be able to apply that credit to your NSU degree in business. You may also receive credit for equivalent non-business courses taken from other colleges and universities, including those in the Virginia Community College System (VCCS). Our Office of Transfer Admissions & Services (OTAS) can help you have a seamless and positive transfer process.
Scholarships for business degree students
We award a limited number of scholarships each year to students who show high promise and/or demonstrate a need for financial assistance. Our School of Business Scholarships page has more information.
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Accreditation for the Bachelor’s in Tourism and Hospitality Management at NSU
The bachelor’s in tourism and hospitality management is part of NSU’s School of Business.