HFT 3003 Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism

This course introduces the hospitality industry to the student with an emphasis on the broad spectrum of hospitality organizations and career opportunities.  It provides an overview of structure and managerial performance with respect to food, beverage, lodging, resorts, gaming, events, conventions, and related operations.  Students will learn the details of the hospitality industry by studying chapters on the operational areas of the industry and by presentations from industry professional guest speakers.

Fall 2019: HFT 3003 Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism

For the Fall 2019 – HFT 3003 Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Course, a guest speaker was invited and a field trip was organized.

  • Guest Speaker – Dr. Jay Schrock, Dean Emeritus, USFSM
  • Field Trip – Embassy Suites, Tampa

Spring 2019: HFT 3003 Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism

For the Spring 2019 – HFT 3003 Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Course, four guest speakers were invited and a field trip was organized.

  • Guest Speaker – Mr. Todd Heiden, PR Director, Disney Parks & Resort
  • Guest Speaker – Ms. Sonya Parham-Shannon, Retired Vice President Human Resources, Busch Gardens and Adventure Island
  • Guest Speaker – Mr. Chris Barnes, Executive Meeting Manager, Embassy Suites Tampa
  • Guest Speaker – Dr. Jay Schrock, Dean Emeritus, USFSM
  • Field Trip – Embassy Suites, Tampa

Fall 2018: HFT 3003 Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism

For the Fall 2018 – HFT 3003 Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Course, four guest speakers were invited and two field trips were organized.

  • Guest Speaker – Mr. Mike Lester, President, Melting Pot Restaurants
  • Guest Speaker – Dr. Patrick J. Moreo, Dean of the CHTL, USFSM
  • Guest Speaker – Dr. Jay Schrock, Dean Emeritus, USFSM
  • Guest Speaker – Dr. John R. Walker, Professor Emeritus, USFSM
  • Field Trip – Busch Gardens, Tampa
  • Field Trip – Embassy Suites, Tampa