Business Administration with Hospitality Management (B.S.)
Description
The B.S. in Business Administration with Hospitality Management program is designed to meet the needs of entry-level hospitality workers who aspire to management positions within the hotel, tourism and hospitality industries. These industries have evolved from single hotels with minimal amenities to destination resorts with multiple restaurants, entertainment venues, and supportive services. Working in one of the few industries remaining where an employee can start in an entry level position and rise to a management position, today’s hospitality executive needs the functional and project management skills to thrive and succeed in this multifaceted industry. The major provides students with the necessary background to be able to manage individual and chain hotels, including everything from the entertainment to the transportation facets of the business.
Major Requirements
Functional Core Courses (33 credits)
BADM 101 Introduction to BusinessThis course provides students with an overview of the core functions and operations of business organizations. Topics discussed include forms of business ownership, research and development, marketing, finance, accounting, production, materials management, and human resource management. Formerly BUA 105 Introduction to Business.
3 credits
BADM 205 Legal Aspects of BusinessOffers a comprehensive overview of the principal legal aspects of business management. Topics include: the legal environment of business; contracts; domestic and international sales; negotiable instruments; creditors rights and bankruptcy; agency; business organization; labor and employment relations; government regulations; property; and, special topics (insurance, wills and trusts, liability of professionals, international and comparative law, and law for entrepreneurs). The overall objective of the course is to become familiar with the subject matter by covering the above topics in readings and class discussion sessions. Formerly BUA 302 Legal Aspects of Business.
3 credits
BADM 213 Quantitative Methods of BusinessProvides students with a sound conceptual understanding of the role quantitative methods play in the decision-making process. Quantitative and mathematical tools used in business for improving the problem-solving process by making it more rational and analytical are explained and examined. The course emphasizes the application of quantitative methods by using problem situations to introduce each of the methods, concepts, and techniques. Topics covered include probability concepts, decision analysis, utility and decision-making, forecasting, linear programming, and project scheduling (PERT/CPM). Formerly BUA 290 Quantitative Methods of Business.
3 credits
BADM 221 Financial AccountingIntroduces the concepts and techniques of financial accounting as prescribed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASBE). Students study and understand balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and journals and ledgers, and how to prepare them. Accounting concepts such as revenue recognition, asset measurement, alternative inventory valuation methods, intangible assets, present value, stockholders equity, and liabilities and interest are also studied. Students come away from the course with an understanding of the importance of accounting in business decision-making. Formerly ACC 235.
3 credits
Prerequisites: MATH 110
BADM 223 Managerial AccountingProvides a comprehensive introduction to managerial accounting for business managers, focusing on the principles and practice utilizing realistic business cases. Course emphasizes not the preparer's mode but rather the managerial interpretation and implementation of the work of professional accountants in order to facilitate wise and logical business decision-making. Course stresses basic concepts and the intuitive organizing principles evident in the three primary business management activities: financing, investing, and operating. Topics include process costing, manufacturing costs, cost terms (fixed v. variable, direct v. indirect, and product v. period costs), cost-volume-profit analysis, capital budgeting, and standard costs and variance analysis. Formerly ACC 236 Managerial Accounting and ACC 246 Principles of Accounting II.
Prerequisite BADM 221 Financial Accounting
3 credits
BADM 231 Theory and Practice of MarketingAddresses the principles and processes in the marketing of consumer goods and services and the organizational and environmental variables that have to be managed in order to be successful. Course materials focus on the essential components of the marketing mix, including product development, distribution, pricing policies, and promotional strategies. Formerly MKT 221 Theory and Practice of Marketing.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 226 or BADM 236
BADM 243 Information Systems in OrganizationsProvides an introduction to systems and development concepts, information technology, and application software. The course explains how information is used in organizations and how information technology enables improvement in quality, timeliness, and competitive advantage.
Formerly BUA 223 Theory of Management Information Systems.
Cross-listed with ISYS 211
3 credits
BADM 325 Business Financial ManagementIntroduces the theory and practice of business financial management. Discusses the techniques of financial management such as discounted cash flow, financial statement analysis, cost of capital, capital budgeting and leverage. Capital market theory and functions of capital markets are also examined. Formerly BUA 324 Business Financial Management.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 223; MATH 210 recommended
BADM 337 Advertising and PromotionStudies promotional activity and marketing communication as they relate to the theory of exchange and the existence of an informational gap between procedures or products (goods, services and ideas) and the potential consumer. The tools of promotion include advertising, personal selling, reseller support, publicity and sales promotion. Decisions about the promotional mix, message, media and their selection and execution are discussed. Formerly MKT 343 Advertising and Promotion.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 231
BADM 371 Human Resource ManagementIntroduces theories and principles of human resource management. Topics include human resource planning and job analysis; recruitment, selection and placement; performance appraisal; compensation systems; training and development; organizational improvement; and employee rights.Formerly MGT 335 Human Resource Management
3 credits
Prerequisites: BADM 251 or BADM 373
BADM 373 Organizational BehaviorIntroduces students to organizational theory and practice. Research literature, theory, and opinion about organizational behavior are reviewed and discussed, with specific emphasis on the individual, groups in the organization, and the overall organizational system. Topics covered in the course include personality and emotion, motivation concepts, decision making, group behavior, work teams, leadership and trust, power and politics, and conflict management. Formerly MGT 356 Organizational Behavior.
3 credits
Professional Skills Courses (12 credits)
ENGL 209 Business WritingFamiliarizes students with basic types of standard business writing, including memos, letters, resumes, reports, and manuals, and with techniques appropriate to such writing. Formerly ENG 384 Business Writing.
3 credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 107
Core Area I: Skills for Work and Life
BADM 241 Introduction to Computer Applications for BusinessThis course provides an overview of MS Office 2007 Suite Applications in the Microsoft VIsta operating system including a brief introduction to computer concepts through the application and use of the Microsoft Office 2007 Suite, Word 2007, Excel 2007, Access 2003, Power Point 2007, Outlook 2007, developing basic web pages from teh applications and their integration through the office suite.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: INT 109 or basic computer familiarity withteh instructor's permission
BADM 251 Management and Leadership DevelopmentDiscusses the principles, concepts, and practice of management. Through participation in experiential exercises such as simulations, role-playing, and team activities, students learn how to be more effective managers and leaders, with a focus on personal awareness and growth and on building effective working relationships. Formerly MGT 200 Principles of Management and MGT 254 Management and Leadership Development.
3 credits
BADM 491 InternshipCourse requires students to identify an approved internship prior to enrollment. Completion and approval of the Trinity Internship Agreement form, job description and a letter signed by the employer are required prior to the start of the first day of class. This internship will be conducted under the direction of a BADM faculty member and an on-site supervisor. Formerly BUA 488 Internship.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 226 and BADM 236; ECON 101 and ECON 102
Hospitality Management Core Courses (15 Credits)
BADM 379 Labor and Union RelationsStudents in Labor and Union Relations assess and interpret the relationship between employer and employee to determine effective relationship policies and practices. Students will survey issues between management, labor, and union organizations including the Fair Labor Act, collective bargaining, employment at will, and balancing expectations and outcomes with the strategic objectives and mission of the organization.
3 Credits
Prerequisites: BADM 371 is required and BADM 101 is recommended.
HOSP 201 Introduction to Hotel & Hospitality ManagementThis course provides an overview and survey of the history, current trends, and future of the tourism, hotel and hospitality industry. There will be an emphasis on the travel market, delivery of hospitality services, the role of hotels and restaurants, professional roles, and emerging trends of the multifaceted resort hotel. Washington, DC, which serves as a local and national tourism destination, will serve as a clinic for students to examine the industry and its multiple offerings.
3 credits
Prerequisites: BADM 101
HOSP 203 Hotel & Hospitality MarketingThis course will teach students how to develop, use and evaluate a variety of merchandising, sales, and marketing strategies related to the industry. Effective advertising and public relations techniques, along with the demographic profiling required for them to be maximized, will be tested and explored.
3 credits
Prereqs: HOSP 201 and BADM 231
HOSP 205 Hotel & Restaurant LawThis course examines the legal dimensions and history of hotels, motels, restaurants, resorts, and associated businesses, including the duties, rights and liabilities of the innkeeper-host, restaurateurs and guests.
3 credits
Prerequisites.: HOSP 201 and BADM 205
HOSP 401 Hospitality FinanceStudents will learn and explore the financial management basics of operating a multifaceted hotel resort with commercial food services, tenants, and ancillary services. Risk management and insurance, staffing costs, and property management will be discussed.
3 credits
Prerequisites: HOSP 303 and BADM 223
Hospitality Management Concentration Courses (15 Credits)
Students elect ONE concentration or take 15 credits in BADM & HOSP courses.
Hotel & Food Service Management Concentration
HOSP 302 Commercial Food Service ManagementThis course teaches students the basics of commercial food preparation, product identification, menu planning, sanitation, scheduling, staffing, and merchandising.
3 credits
Prerequisites: None
HOSP 303 Hotel and Restaurant ManagementAn overview of the basic principles and practices involved in the management, operation, marketing, and financing of hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality goods and services.
3 credits
Prereqs: HOSP 201
HOSP 307 Property ManagementThis course explores the planning and management of hospitality property in terms of its physical aspects, capital investment, layout and designs, building renovation, maintenance of facilities and equipment, and building systems.
3 credits
Prereqs: HOSP 303
HOSP 315 Restaurant and Catering Operation CostsStudent will examine the forecasting of food service costs, and learn to select purveyors, as well as to conduct the ordering, receiving, storing, and merchandising of food. The concepts of inventory control, pre-control methods, labor planning and costing, and food preparation will also be learned. The comparison of actual and standard costs, scope of the menu, and customers' expectations are also discussed.
3 credits
Prereq: HOSP 302
HOSP 402 Conference and Event ManagementThis course teaches students how to interact with local, regional and national professional conferences and event planners. Student will engage in site selection, program planning and the management of exhibits and catering services in a local venue as a clinical experience. The selection and use of facility, volunteers, and budget management will also be explored.
3 credits
Prerequisites: None
Destination and Event Management Concentration
HOSP 301 Tourism and Destination ManagementThis course will provide an overview of the tourism and destination management industry. Student will learn tourism development approaches, contexts, and consequences for local/regional destinations. They will also explore the organization and management concepts, theory, and issues related to tourism management, while stressing the application of theory through analysis of case examples drawn from the tourism and hospitality industry.
3 credits
Prerequisites: None
HOSP 305 Transportation PlanningStudents will survey the myriad of passenger transportation modes, including air, rail, and bus travel operations, communication and distribution channels. Reservation systems, computer applications and the Internet, and related travel management systems will be explored.
3 credits
Prerequisites: None
HOSP 309 Introduction to Event ManagementThis is an introduction to the theoretical and practical foundations of event management. Student will learn the fundamentals of planning, budgeting, and evaluating events.
3 credits
Prereq: HOSP 301
HOSP 402 Conference and Event ManagementThis course teaches students how to interact with local, regional and national professional conferences and event planners. Student will engage in site selection, program planning and the management of exhibits and catering services in a local venue as a clinical experience. The selection and use of facility, volunteers, and budget management will also be explored.
3 credits
Prerequisites: None
HOSP 403 Entertainment and Talent ManagementEvent entertainment, including designing, recruiting, selecting and planning the entertainment component of an event, as well as managing and marketing entertainers in an event context.
3 credits
Prerequisites: None
Senior Seminar (3 credits)
BADM 499 Senior SeminarIntegrates the functional areas of business, international business, and professional ethics, with a strong emphasis on the synthesis of knowledge and skills gained throughout the business administration curriculum and on understanding the impact of strategic decisions upon the performance of organizations. The course relies heavily on case study analyses and assists in preparing students for entry into the business world or graduate studies. Formerly BUA 480 Senior Seminar.
3 credits
Prerequisites: BADM 328 and BADM 426; PHIL 353; MATH 210
Program Policies
Advanced Placement: Credits earned through AP examinations do not fulfill requirements of the Business Administration with Hospitality Management program.
CLEP Policy: Credits earned through CLEP examinations may fulfill requirements of the Business Administration with Hospitality Management program. Students interested in pursuing CLEP examinations should consult with their program chair.
Cross-Tallied Courses: Courses that are cross-tallied represent identical courses offered with a different program prefix. Students may not enroll in or receive credit for more than one iteration of a cross-tallied course (even in different semesters).
Grades in Major Courses: Students are required to earn a grade of “C” (2.0) or better in all courses counted to fulfill requirements for the major, including the Senior Seminar course.
Pass/No Pass: No course fulfilling major requirements in the Business Administration with Hospitality Management program may be taken Pass/No Pass, with the exception of the BADM 491, which is graded Pass/No Pass.
TELL Policy: Students applying for credit in experiential learning should consult with the program faculty.
Transfer Credits: Credits in courses equivalent to those required for the major from a similar institution may be accepted toward a major. Students majoring in Business Administration with Hospitality Management must take a minimum of twelve (12) credits in the program at Trinity, in addition to BADM 499.
Senior Assessment: All majors are required to take BADM 499 at Trinity.
Course Descriptions
BADM 101 Introduction to BusinessThis course provides students with an overview of the core functions and operations of business organizations. Topics discussed include forms of business ownership, research and development, marketing, finance, accounting, production, materials management, and human resource management. Formerly BUA 105 Introduction to Business.
3 credits
BADM 205 Legal Aspects of BusinessOffers a comprehensive overview of the principal legal aspects of business management. Topics include: the legal environment of business; contracts; domestic and international sales; negotiable instruments; creditors rights and bankruptcy; agency; business organization; labor and employment relations; government regulations; property; and, special topics (insurance, wills and trusts, liability of professionals, international and comparative law, and law for entrepreneurs). The overall objective of the course is to become familiar with the subject matter by covering the above topics in readings and class discussion sessions. Formerly BUA 302 Legal Aspects of Business.
3 credits
BADM 213 Quantitative Methods of BusinessProvides students with a sound conceptual understanding of the role quantitative methods play in the decision-making process. Quantitative and mathematical tools used in business for improving the problem-solving process by making it more rational and analytical are explained and examined. The course emphasizes the application of quantitative methods by using problem situations to introduce each of the methods, concepts, and techniques. Topics covered include probability concepts, decision analysis, utility and decision-making, forecasting, linear programming, and project scheduling (PERT/CPM). Formerly BUA 290 Quantitative Methods of Business.
3 credits
BADM 221 Financial AccountingIntroduces the concepts and techniques of financial accounting as prescribed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASBE). Students study and understand balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and journals and ledgers, and how to prepare them. Accounting concepts such as revenue recognition, asset measurement, alternative inventory valuation methods, intangible assets, present value, stockholders equity, and liabilities and interest are also studied. Students come away from the course with an understanding of the importance of accounting in business decision-making. Formerly ACC 235.
3 credits
Prerequisites: MATH 110
BADM 223 Managerial AccountingProvides a comprehensive introduction to managerial accounting for business managers, focusing on the principles and practice utilizing realistic business cases. Course emphasizes not the preparer's mode but rather the managerial interpretation and implementation of the work of professional accountants in order to facilitate wise and logical business decision-making. Course stresses basic concepts and the intuitive organizing principles evident in the three primary business management activities: financing, investing, and operating. Topics include process costing, manufacturing costs, cost terms (fixed v. variable, direct v. indirect, and product v. period costs), cost-volume-profit analysis, capital budgeting, and standard costs and variance analysis. Formerly ACC 236 Managerial Accounting and ACC 246 Principles of Accounting II.
Prerequisite BADM 221 Financial Accounting
3 credits
BADM 231 Theory and Practice of MarketingAddresses the principles and processes in the marketing of consumer goods and services and the organizational and environmental variables that have to be managed in order to be successful. Course materials focus on the essential components of the marketing mix, including product development, distribution, pricing policies, and promotional strategies. Formerly MKT 221 Theory and Practice of Marketing.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 226 or BADM 236
BADM 241 Introduction to Computer Applications for BusinessThis course provides an overview of MS Office 2007 Suite Applications in the Microsoft VIsta operating system including a brief introduction to computer concepts through the application and use of the Microsoft Office 2007 Suite, Word 2007, Excel 2007, Access 2003, Power Point 2007, Outlook 2007, developing basic web pages from teh applications and their integration through the office suite.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: INT 109 or basic computer familiarity withteh instructor's permission
BADM 243 Information Systems in OrganizationsProvides an introduction to systems and development concepts, information technology, and application software. The course explains how information is used in organizations and how information technology enables improvement in quality, timeliness, and competitive advantage.
Formerly BUA 223 Theory of Management Information Systems.
Cross-listed with ISYS 211
3 credits
BADM 251 Management and Leadership DevelopmentDiscusses the principles, concepts, and practice of management. Through participation in experiential exercises such as simulations, role-playing, and team activities, students learn how to be more effective managers and leaders, with a focus on personal awareness and growth and on building effective working relationships. Formerly MGT 200 Principles of Management and MGT 254 Management and Leadership Development.
3 credits
BADM 301 Introduction to Community Economic DevelopmentThis course will use case studies to delve into the history of community development in Washington, DC and determine the forces which shape the neighborhoods we live in today. Local and national models for best practices in community economic development will be analyzed. Students will examine the real life implications of government policies, nonprofit partnerships, philanthropic support, and private lending. The course will demonstrate the complexities and challenges of neighborhood revitalization and equitable development for lower income households. Students will learn through case studies and site visits what it takes to bring housing, grocery stores, child care, health care, and jobs to neighborhoods to stimulate economic growth and promote sustainability. Students will be able to apply the theories and practices of community economic development to other domestic and international communities.
3 credits
Prerequisites: ECON 101
BADM 325 Business Financial ManagementIntroduces the theory and practice of business financial management. Discusses the techniques of financial management such as discounted cash flow, financial statement analysis, cost of capital, capital budgeting and leverage. Capital market theory and functions of capital markets are also examined. Formerly BUA 324 Business Financial Management.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 223; MATH 210 recommended
BADM 337 Advertising and PromotionStudies promotional activity and marketing communication as they relate to the theory of exchange and the existence of an informational gap between procedures or products (goods, services and ideas) and the potential consumer. The tools of promotion include advertising, personal selling, reseller support, publicity and sales promotion. Decisions about the promotional mix, message, media and their selection and execution are discussed. Formerly MKT 343 Advertising and Promotion.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 231
BADM 371 Human Resource ManagementIntroduces theories and principles of human resource management. Topics include human resource planning and job analysis; recruitment, selection and placement; performance appraisal; compensation systems; training and development; organizational improvement; and employee rights.Formerly MGT 335 Human Resource Management
3 credits
Prerequisites: BADM 251 or BADM 373
BADM 373 Organizational BehaviorIntroduces students to organizational theory and practice. Research literature, theory, and opinion about organizational behavior are reviewed and discussed, with specific emphasis on the individual, groups in the organization, and the overall organizational system. Topics covered in the course include personality and emotion, motivation concepts, decision making, group behavior, work teams, leadership and trust, power and politics, and conflict management. Formerly MGT 356 Organizational Behavior.
3 credits
BADM 379 Labor and Union RelationsStudents in Labor and Union Relations assess and interpret the relationship between employer and employee to determine effective relationship policies and practices. Students will survey issues between management, labor, and union organizations including the Fair Labor Act, collective bargaining, employment at will, and balancing expectations and outcomes with the strategic objectives and mission of the organization.
3 Credits
Prerequisites: BADM 371 is required and BADM 101 is recommended.
BADM 491 InternshipCourse requires students to identify an approved internship prior to enrollment. Completion and approval of the Trinity Internship Agreement form, job description and a letter signed by the employer are required prior to the start of the first day of class. This internship will be conducted under the direction of a BADM faculty member and an on-site supervisor. Formerly BUA 488 Internship.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 226 and BADM 236; ECON 101 and ECON 102
BADM 499 Senior SeminarIntegrates the functional areas of business, international business, and professional ethics, with a strong emphasis on the synthesis of knowledge and skills gained throughout the business administration curriculum and on understanding the impact of strategic decisions upon the performance of organizations. The course relies heavily on case study analyses and assists in preparing students for entry into the business world or graduate studies. Formerly BUA 480 Senior Seminar.
3 credits
Prerequisites: BADM 328 and BADM 426; PHIL 353; MATH 210
ENGL 209 Business WritingFamiliarizes students with basic types of standard business writing, including memos, letters, resumes, reports, and manuals, and with techniques appropriate to such writing. Formerly ENG 384 Business Writing.
3 credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 107
Core Area I: Skills for Work and Life
HOSP 201 Introduction to Hotel & Hospitality ManagementThis course provides an overview and survey of the history, current trends, and future of the tourism, hotel and hospitality industry. There will be an emphasis on the travel market, delivery of hospitality services, the role of hotels and restaurants, professional roles, and emerging trends of the multifaceted resort hotel. Washington, DC, which serves as a local and national tourism destination, will serve as a clinic for students to examine the industry and its multiple offerings.
3 credits
Prerequisites: BADM 101
HOSP 203 Hotel & Hospitality MarketingThis course will teach students how to develop, use and evaluate a variety of merchandising, sales, and marketing strategies related to the industry. Effective advertising and public relations techniques, along with the demographic profiling required for them to be maximized, will be tested and explored.
3 credits
Prereqs: HOSP 201 and BADM 231
HOSP 205 Hotel & Restaurant LawThis course examines the legal dimensions and history of hotels, motels, restaurants, resorts, and associated businesses, including the duties, rights and liabilities of the innkeeper-host, restaurateurs and guests.
3 credits
Prerequisites.: HOSP 201 and BADM 205
HOSP 302 Commercial Food Service ManagementThis course teaches students the basics of commercial food preparation, product identification, menu planning, sanitation, scheduling, staffing, and merchandising.
3 credits
Prerequisites: None
HOSP 303 Hotel and Restaurant ManagementAn overview of the basic principles and practices involved in the management, operation, marketing, and financing of hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality goods and services.
3 credits
Prereqs: HOSP 201
HOSP 305 Transportation PlanningStudents will survey the myriad of passenger transportation modes, including air, rail, and bus travel operations, communication and distribution channels. Reservation systems, computer applications and the Internet, and related travel management systems will be explored.
3 credits
Prerequisites: None
HOSP 307 Property ManagementThis course explores the planning and management of hospitality property in terms of its physical aspects, capital investment, layout and designs, building renovation, maintenance of facilities and equipment, and building systems.
3 credits
Prereqs: HOSP 303
HOSP 309 Introduction to Event ManagementThis is an introduction to the theoretical and practical foundations of event management. Student will learn the fundamentals of planning, budgeting, and evaluating events.
3 credits
Prereq: HOSP 301
HOSP 315 Restaurant and Catering Operation CostsStudent will examine the forecasting of food service costs, and learn to select purveyors, as well as to conduct the ordering, receiving, storing, and merchandising of food. The concepts of inventory control, pre-control methods, labor planning and costing, and food preparation will also be learned. The comparison of actual and standard costs, scope of the menu, and customers' expectations are also discussed.
3 credits
Prereq: HOSP 302
HOSP 401 Hospitality FinanceStudents will learn and explore the financial management basics of operating a multifaceted hotel resort with commercial food services, tenants, and ancillary services. Risk management and insurance, staffing costs, and property management will be discussed.
3 credits
Prerequisites: HOSP 303 and BADM 223
HOSP 402 Conference and Event ManagementThis course teaches students how to interact with local, regional and national professional conferences and event planners. Student will engage in site selection, program planning and the management of exhibits and catering services in a local venue as a clinical experience. The selection and use of facility, volunteers, and budget management will also be explored.
3 credits
Prerequisites: None
HOSP 403 Entertainment and Talent ManagementEvent entertainment, including designing, recruiting, selecting and planning the entertainment component of an event, as well as managing and marketing entertainers in an event context.
3 credits
Prerequisites: None