Hotel and Hospitality Management Degree

The hotel and hospitality management program at Bunker Hill Community College prepares students for a career in lodging, resort, restaurant, casino, or resort management, as well as a cruise director, concierge, or travel agent. The program focuses on managing operations and facilities that provide lodging services to the traveling public. Program courses include: hospitality industry principles, hotel facilities design and planning, industry law, personnel management and labor relations, marketing and sales, convention and event management, and front desk operations. Get more details below including other Massachusetts colleges that offer hotel and hospitality management degrees.

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Bunker Hill Community College

53 Adams Street, Brockton, MA

Bunker Hill Community College is the largest community college in the state of Massachusetts. The school serves approximately 13,000 students each year through its main campus in Charlestown and its four satellite campuses. BHCC was founded in 1973 and has been serving its community by offering the best education and resources possible. The college focuses on diversity and multi-cultural representation, particularly through its international students which come from over 95 different countries. The school also holds events for the community throughout the year, a calendar for which may be found on the school's website.

Academics

Bunker Hill Community College offers a variety of programs that will prepare students for a career or transfer to a four year institution. Academic programs complete the first two years of a four year education and allow for transfer into a bachelor's program. Career oriented programs, resulting in either a certificate or associate degree, offer training and education in the skills and knowledge necessary to enter the work force immediately after graduation. BHCC offer night, midnight and distance learning courses to help students that require a flexible schedule. The school is dedicated to providing its students with a quality education.

Programs offered include:

• Psychology
• Sociology
• Accounting
• Culinary Arts
• Early Childhood Education
• Criminal Justice

Adult education and continuing education courses are also available for adults interested returning to school or wish to update their knowledge. A large portion of enrolled students are professional adults, and the school is dedicated to providing educational opportunities for students of all ages.

Admissions and Financial Aid

BHCC maintains an open enrollment policy that requires students have a GED or high school diploma in order to be eligible for enrollment. When applying, students must provide additional information, including transcripts and standardized test scores (if available) along with the application fee. Students that are residents of Massachusetts must provide documentation for proof of residency in order to receive in state tuition costs.  Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans and scholarships. Students interested in receiving financial aid should visit the financial aid office as well as the BHCC website's financial aid page in order to begin the application process and determine eligibility. Scholarships may require separate application to the bodies that oversee the scholarship and typically award funds for reasons other than need.

Athletics

Bunker Hill Community College Participate in intercollegiate and intramural sports. Athletic programs offer students the opportunity to compete, providing a competitive yet enjoyable atmosphere. Students participating in athletic programs will develop skills beneficial to their academic and professional life, such as discipline, socializing, teamwork, and maintaining good health. The school participates in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

Athletic programs:

• Soccer
• Basketball
• Softball (Women Only)
• Baseball (Men Only)
• Golf

Intramural athletic programs:

• 3 on 3 Basketball
• Chess/Checkers
• Tennis
• Table Tennis
• 3 Point Shooting Contests
• Spring Weather Run

Career Options for Graduates

Food Service Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.

Lodging Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that provides lodging and other accommodations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, lodging managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.6% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).