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The Hospitality Management program provides students with a wide range of educational opportunities in hospitality, food services, tourism, and event coordination. Alumni from this program establish fulfilling careers as executives and innovative specialists across various sectors including hotels, dining establishments, vacation destinations, private clubs, convention venues, event coordination firms, senior living facilities, catering services, retail operations, airline companies, cruise operators, travel consultancies, excursion providers, tourism boards, travel publications, corporate travel divisions, leisure activities, historical landmarks, and beyond. The Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management at St. John's University equips students for these prospects. Administered by the Collins College of Professional Studies, this 120-credit curriculum delivers essential expertise, practical abilities, and hands-on training to thrive in this rapidly expanding sector. Government labor data confirms hospitality and tourism as one of the most rapidly growing employment sectors globally. International tourism authorities estimate these industries represent 10% of worldwide economic output and employ approximately 10% of the global workforce. The need for highly trained management professionals is particularly acute. This curriculum emphasizes core leadership skills crucial for tomorrow's executives. Through the program's robust industry partnerships, participants acquire practical experience via internships in the New York region and internationally. The comprehensive curriculum, blending liberal arts and business studies, also prepares students for advanced academic or legal education. Additionally, the International Hospitality Management master's program welcomes undergraduates from all disciplines, with accelerated options available for eligible candidates.