BS in Hospitality Management
Overview
Begin an Exciting Career in the Diverse Service Industry with a Hospitality Management Degree
These days, people are traveling all over the globe for business, leisure, conferences, and events. Hotels and resorts need individuals with the drive to make their customers feel like they are number 1. If you have the commitment to create and oversee high-quality guest experiences, then Liberty’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Hospitality Management can help you get there.
You’ll study a wide range of skills and foundational knowledge that can assist you in a variety of hospitality areas. Hotels, resorts, and even cruise ships need professionals like you who can oversee food service operations, lodging management, and the marketing of goods and services available at the various locations where you might find yourself. Furthermore, your leadership skills can come into play when you motivate your staff to provide the best service possible for your guests.
Our experienced faculty are focused on providing you with an action-oriented curriculum. Our student-centered classes can provide you with the latest in market-driven instruction – integrated with a Christian worldview.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Highlights of Our Bachelor’s in Hospitality Management Program
Real-World Experience
Gain hands-on training through partnerships with local service industry organizations like SODEXO and the Fairfield Inn. These opportunities provide valuable experience that can prepare you for the fast-paced world of hospitality management.
Study Under Industry Experts
Our professors bring years of professional experience in hospitality management directly to the classroom. You can benefit from their real-world insights, mentorship, and industry connections.
A Growing Industry with Career Potential
The hospitality industry is expanding rapidly, offering excellent career opportunities for well-prepared graduates. With the right education and experience, your skills can open doors to rewarding careers in many parts of the world.
Flexible and Comprehensive Training
Your hospitality management education will cover a wide range of topics, from operations and marketing to customer service and leadership. This broad training can give you the flexibility to pursue the career path that best fits your interests and goals.
Values-Driven Education
Our programs emphasize ethics, integrity, and leadership. As a nonprofit, Christian university, Liberty is committed to developing hospitality professionals who are not only knowledgeable but also spiritually grounded and ready to make a positive impact in the service industry.
Career Potential
Potential Career Opportunities for BS in Hospitality Management Graduates
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management can help you prepare to pursue the following occupations:
- Conference coordinator
- Director of marketing
- Director of sales
- Event planner
- Guest relations manager
- Hospitality manager
- Restaurant manager
Courses
What Will You Study in Our Bachelor’s in Hospitality Management Degree?
Liberty’s hospitality management degree can help give you training for a wide variety of areas. We can help you discover how to recommend strategies, processes, and solutions for hospitality organizations that are informed by research outcomes and industry best practices.
Through the courses in this program, you can study the basic accounting and finance skills you may need to run a business successfully. You can also explore the human resources skills you might need, like recruitment, motivation, development, and labor relations. Additionally, there have been many advancements in technology that are prevalent in all service industry locations. You can discover how these can help you record food costs, keep track of sales, and even manage certain properties that you may have to oversee in your career.
Being able to create a memorable guest experience is vital for success, so you can study a range of related topics. Guest behavior, perceptions, and satisfaction are very important. You can also examine service compliance standards and explore how to align them with organizational goals to create a service culture that meets the needs of both your guests and your team.
Featured BS in Hospitality Management Courses
HMGT 200 – Introduction to Hospitality Management
HMGT 305 – Legal and Ethical Issues in Hospitality
HMGT 410 – Sales and Promotion in Hospitality Management
Degree Information:
- Explore further with the Degree Completion Plan or Course Catalog.
- This program falls under the School of Business.
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty For Your BS in Hospitality Management Degree?
Mission-Driven Education
At Liberty, we are committed to shaping individuals who embody strong values, comprehensive knowledge, and practical skills to positively impact the world. Through our BS in Hospitality Management, you can be equipped to serve as a Champion for Christ within the service industry.
Designed for Versatility
Our hospitality degree is crafted by the Department of Sport, Event, and Tourism Management (SETM) to provide a broad base of knowledge. This wide-ranging curriculum prepares you to pursue a variety of roles across the entire hospitality service sector.
Real-World Experience
We’ve partnered with local businesses to give you access to meaningful experiential opportunities. Whether it’s through classroom instruction or on-site training with organizations like SODEXO and the Fairfield Inn, you can gain hands-on experience that can help you in your next steps.
Interdisciplinary Training for a Dynamic Field
Hospitality is a fast-paced, diverse industry, and our program reflects that. By partnering with Liberty, you’ll receive interdisciplinary training that blends theory with practice – giving you a competitive edge in this exciting and ever-evolving field.
Tuition & Aid
How Much Does it Cost to Attend Liberty On Campus?
Knowing up-front what you’re paying for and why can go a long way toward making you feel comfortable about your investment. This overview of major college costs can give you an idea of what’s coming so you can create an accurate budget from the start.
All Tuition & Aid
| Part-time (<12 Credits) | $845 |
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Specializations
Specializations in our Bachelor’s in Hospitality Management Program
If you’re seeking a broad, well-rounded foundation, the General track may be the right choice for you. For those interested in a more specialized focus, the Conference and Event Management route offers targeted training and insight. With these 2 options to choose from, you have the flexibility to choose the path that aligns best with your aspirations and goals.
BS in Hospitality Management Specializations
General*
Conference and Event Management
Admissions
How Do You Become a Bachelor’s in Hospitality Management Student?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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