Academic Programs

Hospitality and Tourism Management Program

The HTM program has the facilities, computer and culinary arts laboratory, demonstration kitchens, seminar rooms, and mini-convention center. The Richard A. Henson Center supports the growth experienced by HTM and provides the quality and diversity to support academic needs now and in the future. HTM students study Lodging Management, Event Management, Finance, Technology Literacy, Culinary Arts & Restaurant Management, and Leadership. The curriculum, through these five characteristics, has been established around the facilities and activities of the Henson Center.

HTM Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

1. Identify and apply the knowledge and skills necessary for hospitality and tourism operations.
2. Develop and integrate a core set of business skills necessary to successfully operate a hospitality and tourism organization.
3. Demonstrate competence in the communication skills necessary for hospitality and tourism management.
4. Formulate business decisions in hospitality and tourism management.
5. Evaluate leadership principles necessary in the diverse and global hospitality and tourism industry.

Accreditation

As the only accredited program in the state of Maryland, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s School of Business & Technology Hospitality and Tourism Management Program has maintained the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA) certification since 2008. The program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration™ (ACPHA), which certifies hospitality administration programs at the baccalaureate level.

In addition to the granting of the B.S. degree, the HTM program also grants minors in Culinary Arts, Hotel Administration and Restaurant Management. The program also grants a minor in Tourism Management and Hospitality Technology Management.

Admissions Criteria

• BS Hospitality and Tourism Management
• Minor Programs
  • Culinary Arts Restaurant Management
  • Food and Beverage Management
  • Hotel Administration
  • Travel and Tourism

 Students wishing to pursue a major in Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) must meet all University of Maryland Eastern Shore entrance requirements which include a High School Diploma or GED. Freshmen ordinarily take a Basic Skills Test prior to the selection of courses for the first semester of matriculation

In order to remain in the HTM Program, the student must show progress in major and professional course work, attend and actively participate in Hospitality Student Organizations and demonstrate passion for the Hospitality Industry.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

At 2,056 $ per term (2008), UMES offers the most affordable tuition of all the schools in the UM System.

 However, applicants interested in University or Department based awards must first complete the universal FASFA application form with UMES the designated recipient. A minimum 3.00 GPA and a minimum SAT of 1000 are basic qualification for Honors Program consideration which covers all expenses of Tuition. Similar qualifications are minimum for the Marriott Foundation scholarship of $5,000 per annum. .Graduates from Hospitality related Magnet High Schools are especially encouraged to apply. Direct Industry awards are abundantly available from the sophomore year.

Professional Associations and Program Activities

Eta Rho Mu

Pineapple Express

NSMH

Dinner Theater

Formal Gala

Spring Luncheon Series

Gourmet Dinner Series

International Study Tours

Golf Outings