Program Description

Hospitality and Tourism are two of California’s fastest growing and most important industries.

The BS in Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) allows students flexibility in the selection of courses related to hospitality and tourism management, commercial recreation, and event planning.

Curriculum focuses on lodging management, tourism planning and marketing, and conference and meeting planning, as well as the basics of entrepreneurial businesses, and the skills needed for working with for-profit and experience industry agencies (e.g., resorts, ski lodges, conference and meeting venues, cruise lines, theme parks, restaurants and clubs, destination marketing agencies, spas, clubs, entertainment and sports facilities, and travel companies).

In addition to the theoretical components of these industries and activities, faculty work closely with local industry professionals to teach students practical skills associated with internships and jobs in the industry.

Note: Students graduating with a BS in Hospitality and Tourism Management will not be subject to the University’s Foreign Language Graduation Requirement. Students who change their major may be subject to the University’s Foreign Language Graduation Requirement.

Program Requirements

Students must be a Hospitality & Tourism Management Major to enroll. All other courses do not have a major prerequisite/restriction.

• Total Units required for BS degree: 120
• Total Units required for Major: 49

Notes:

• ALL courses in the major require a grade of "C-" of better.
• Writing Placement for Junior (WPJ) is a prerequisite to enroll in a Writing Intensive Course.
• RPTA 21, RPTA 22, RPTA 100, and RPTA 122 may not be used to meet program requirements
• (*) RPTA 1, 30, 32, 101, 106, 136, 164, and 165 may no longer be offered in the PUBH department due to department reorganization and program changes. If these courses are listed as prerequisites, please disregard that information.

Academic Advising

Faculty Advisor

Students who are declared in the Hospitalty and Tourism Management major are assigned a specific faculty advisor. Students can find their faculty advisor on their Student Center and are encouraged to see their advisor for academic advising, career exploration, specific mentoring, and professional resources. Students should see their advisor during their office hours. The current list of faculty office hours is available on the department's main page under Student Resources.

Note: Faculty are unavailable during summer and winter session. For additional advising support, please visit the HHS Student Success Center.

HHS Student Success Center

The Health & Human Services Student Success Center advises all majors in Public Health and serves an array of students from first-time freshman to graduationg seniors. Please visit the center for in-person or virtual drop-in hours. If you have questions, please email them directly at: chhs_success_center@csus.edu

Pre-Major and Prospective Students

When you email the Student Success Center be sure to provide the following information (if applicable):

1. Full Name
2. Sac State Student ID
3. Major
4. Request/Inquiry/Question(s)

Please Note: Emails are reviewed in the order received; please allow 1-3 business days for a response.

Undeclared/Expressed Interest Advising

The Academic Advising Center offers one-on-one advising to help current Sacramento State students explore major/minor opportunities. The Center engages students in a developmental process that helps clarify and implement individual educational plans consistent with their skills, interests, and values.

Career Pathways & Opportunities

HTM majors frequently seek management, supervision, marketing, and planning positions related to:

• Hotels, motels, other lodging facilities
• Restaurants, clubs, bars, catering
• Casinos
• Conference and convention centers
• Festivals and events
• Health and fitness facilities
• Ski resorts
• Cruise lines, airlines
• Destination marketing organizations
• Theme parks, amusement parks, other tourist attractions
• Entertainment, event, sports venues
• Institutional food and beverage operations

Submitting Official Transcripts to Sac State

Official transcripts must be in their sealed envelopes from the source. Opened transcripts or transcripts in personal envelopes will be considered unofficial.

• Current Sacramento State students: You are required to submit official transcripts from ALL colleges you have attended AFTER enrolling at Sacramento State. Transcripts must show ALL college coursework completed and courses currently in progress. Sacramento State Transcripts are not required.
• New Transfers: Visit the Admissions & Outreach website for transcript deadlines & other important dates.
• Returning Sac State students: Only send transcripts from colleges attended since leaving Sac State.

Electronic

Transcripts may be sent electronically directly from the college/university you attended. Inquire at the college/university to check if the service is available. Official electronic transcripts can be sent from college/university to incomingtranscripts@csus.edu

Mail

Sacramento State
Admissions & Outreach
6000 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95819-6048

Drop Off

Admissions & Outreach
Welcome Center
(located by parking structure 5)
Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I make an appointment with a Faculty Advisor?

Students who have been assigned a faculty or program advisor are encouraged to meet with their advisor during designated office hours. For current faculty office hours, please visit our department webpage and refer to the Faculty Office Hours (PDF).

Prospective or undeclared students should consult with an advisor at the HHS Student Success Center for further guidance and support. For further details, including office hours, please refer to the Center’s official webpage.

How can I change my Faculty Advisor?

Please see Joanna Sampanis, College Advisor & Retention Specialist, at the HHS Student Success Center for further assistance.

What should I do if the course I want to register for is full?

We strongly recommend that you submit a Course Add/Drop/Withdraw Petition form for the specific course and section you wish to enroll in once the new semester begins. Please note that any add permits submitted prior to the first week of the semester will be processed by the department initially. Submission of a petition does not guarantee enrollment in the course.

Which courses completed at a community college are eligible for transfer or articulation to Sacramento State?

For additional information and assistance regarding transfer credits, please visit the Transfer Credit webpage. If additional assistance is needed, you may also contact the HHS Student Success Center.

I’m an incoming freshman student and would like to change my major—what steps should I take?

Please visit the Hornet Launch Program webpage and submit the "Freshman Change of Major Form" and follow the steps. For further assistance, please contact the HL team at hornetlaunch@csus.edu.

I am an incoming transfer student and am interested in changing my major. What steps should I follow to initiate this process?

Please contact the New Student Orientation office at orient.reservations@csus.edu or (916) 278-7841 to reschedule your orientation session. Transfer students interested in changing their major should consult with an academic advisor to complete the Change of Major e-form. Additional support will be available during Orientation to assist with your transition to the new major.