Hospitality and Tourism Management Major

On Campus and Online Options

Bryan School of Business & Economics | Programs | Undergraduate Programs | Hospitality and Tourism Management Major

Sustainable Solutions for Global Success

We strive to help you become a global citizen who can solve complex problems by using sustainable development tools and a triple-bottom-line approach, which considers social, environmental, and financial factors.

With on-campus and online options available, students will develop the skills to think innovatively and entrepreneurially, and to communicate effectively. They will also increase their global awareness through international experience, and engage in sustainability-focused tourism and hospitality courses, work experience, and community projects.

Graduates have obtained employment at companies such as Marriott International, Proximity and O’Henry Hotels, The Walt Disney Company, Darden Restaurants, Quaintance-Weaver Restaurants & Hotels, and Greensboro Convention & Visitor’s Bureau.
Graduates have obtained employment at companies such as Marriott International, the Walt Disney Company, Darden Restaurants, Quaintance-Weaver Restaurants & Hotels, and Greensboro Convention & Visitor’s Bureau
Nearly 100% of graduates are employed within 6 months of graduation
Average salary: $49,380

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One of the Fastest Growing Segments in the U.S. Economy

Hospitality and Tourism represents one of the largest business sectors in the world economy

Get a job anywhere in the world!

Opportunities in the travel & tourism industry are endless

A degree that keeps Sustainability in mind

We create an awareness of critical environmental and social issues so you can become an agent of positive change

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Career Opportunities

HTM majors benefit in many ways from the program’s long-standing relationships within the Travel and Tourism Industry. Daly Seven Hotels regularly hires students in the major for their internship program. After graduation, many of these interns have gone on to take management roles within the organization.

An HTM degree can lead to a variety of fulfilling careers such as:

Hotel and Lodging Management
Travel Agent
Meeting and Event Planner
Tour Guide or Consultant
Cruise Ship Management
Catering Management
Revenue Management
Sales and Marketing Management
Sommelier
Spa Management
Tour Operator
Leisure Activity Coordinator
Food and Beverage Manager
Beverage Distributor
Wine Sales Representative
Wine and Beverage Manager
Tasting Room Manager
Private Club Manager
Theme Park Management
Tourism Destination Management
Resort Management
Concert Promoter
Festival Coordinator
Visitors Bureau Management
Casino Operations Management
Wedding Coordinator/Planner
Corporate Travel Management
Park Ranger

General Program of Study

	Credit Hours	# of Courses
General Education Core Courses	34 hours	11
Bryan School Pre-Admission Courses	29 hours	11
Bryan Business Core	41 hours	15
Major Courses	27 hours	9
Total Credit Hours to graduate	120

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About the Industry

Interested in a career in the travel and tourism industry? Here are some quick facts to know:

The Global Tourism Industry is the largest industry with a global economic contribution of $9.9 trillion dollars, making up more than 9% share of the total global GDP.
The Tourism & Hospitality Industry accounts for nearly 10% of global employment.
In 2023, travel and tourism supported 330 million jobs worldwide and is projected to continually increase.

Industry Certifications

Interested in a career in the travel and tourism industry? Here are some industry certifications to know about:

AHLEI Management of Food and Beverage Operations
AHLEI Hospitality Facilities Management and Design
AHLEI Revenue Management

Employer PartnershipS

Internship and job placement are the focus! Students of our program have worked for many well-respected companies such as:

The Walt Disney Company
Marriott International
Darden Restaurants
Quaintance-Weaver Restaurants & Hotels
Greensboro Convention & Visitor’s Bureau

Program Costs

College is an investment in the future, and UNC Greensboro’s goal is to give students an outstanding education at a reasonable cost. We are consistently named among the best colleges in the U.S. for overall value and affordability by U.S. News and World Report, and Washington Monthly.

Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 undergraduate tuition and fees per credit hour for NC residents can be found in the table below. For a detailed overview of tuition and fees, please click here.

On Campus – NC Resident
Credit Hour	Cost per Credit
0-1	$326.55
3	$963.65

Online – NC Resident
Credit Hour	Cost per Credit
0-1	$235.21
3	$689.63

*UNCG tuition and fees are updated each year and based on a number of factors including student type, degree level, program, residency status, and number of credit hours. Rates are not final until approved by the NC General Assembly.

Military-Affiliated Students

UNCG has been named a Best for Vets school. We’re a Yellow Ribbon Program participant, and are proud to offer a variety of benefits for veterans, active-duty military, and military-affiliated students, such as:

Online application fee waiver for active-duty service members
In-state tuition for out-of-state students (in accordance with the Veterans Choice Act)
Credit for relevant military service/training
Tutoring assistance

For more information on UNCG Military-Affiliated services and benefits, visit military.uncg.edu.

Have Questions?

Our program offers students the opportunity to fulfill required degree work hours and/or credits for internships related to their major while studying abroad. Please feel free to reach out to Dr. Erick Byrd (etbyrd@uncg.edu) or call (336) 334-3797. Interested in studying online? Consider reaching out directly to bryanonline@uncg.edu.