Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Career Studies Certificate in Hospitality Management

Career Studies Certificate
Mountain Gateway Community College

This program stresses issues related to the hospitality industry. Excellent customer service is the focus in all classes. Emphasis is on management for graduates to enter employment and grow in this career pathway.

Outcomes

This program includes two courses and two internships opportunities related to key aspects of the industry – lodging and guest services. The hands-on experiences and observations that make up the internships will provide students with the opportunity to learn the ways in which sound decision-making and commitment to guest services are needed in all aspects of the industry.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree Hospitality Management stresses issues related to the hospitality industry. Excellent customer service is the focus in all classes. 
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Mountain Gateway Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Career Studies Certificate in Hospitality Management
12
Career Studies Certificate in Hospitality Management
12
Course Requirements Hosp Mgmt CSC
12
HRI Requirement - Hospitality Management CSC
12
HRI Requirement - Hos Mgt CSC
12
Earn 12 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
GPA Req Hospitality Management CSC
12
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion We award SDV 100 credit for prior learning for transfer students who have completed an Associate degree or higher.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Students earning an associate degree while in high school are not eligible for guaranteed admission programs and must complete 3 college specific general education courses. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree.
Credit for Prior Learning Yes
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Mountain Gateway Community College
College Level Information
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College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? MGCC provides a great start with small class sizes, personal service, and innovative programs with competetive prices.
Transfer Student Catalog Year Year of admission
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions None required
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Averett UniversityBachelor of Arts in Business AdministrationBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Averett UniversityBachelor of Science in Business AdministrationBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person, Online
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts - Pastry Arts SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts - Culinary Management SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Culinary ArtsAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Hospitality ManagementAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearOnline
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Hospitality Management (Food Service Management)AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearOnline
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Hospitality Management (Event Planning)AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearOnline
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Culinary ArtsAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
James Madison UniversityBachelor of Science, Major in Hospitality ManagementBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Richard Bland CollegeAssociate of Science-Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearOnline, In-Person
Bridgewater CollegeBusiness Administration Major - BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeBusiness - Finance (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeBusiness - Management (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeBusiness - Marketing (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
11-9072.00Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except GamblingPlan, direct, or coordinate entertainment and recreational activities and operations of a recreational facility, including cruise ships and parks.Management Occupations
11-9179.01Fitness and Wellness CoordinatorsManage or coordinate fitness and wellness programs and services. Manage and train staff of wellness specialists, health educators, or fitness instructors.Management Occupations
11-9051.00Food Service ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.Management Occupations
11-9081.00Lodging ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that provides lodging and other accommodations.Management Occupations
11-9179.00Personal Service Managers, All OtherAll personal service managers not listed separately.Management Occupations
11-9179.02Spa ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate activities of a spa facility. Coordinate programs, schedule and direct staff, and oversee financial activities.Management Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 12 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Career Studies Certificate in Hospitality Management at Mountain Gateway Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 1 semesters or 0.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $163 Per Credit $1,956 $0 $1,956
Fees
Activity Fee $4 Per Credit $48 0 $48
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.