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START YOUR CAREER IN HOSPITALITY You have the dedication to preserve and honor hospitality traditions. PREMIER PROGRAMS Established in 1986, NAU’s School of and Management is Arizona’s oldest—and only accredited—hospitality program and is consistently ranked among the nation’s best. Here, you’ll engage in quality courses and collaborate with faculty mentors who will provide you foundational knowledge. You’ll also gain professional experience through internships, connect with leaders through Pathways events, and take part in hands-on opportunities that reflect cutting-edge hospitality standards.

affordable hospitality best hospitality best hospitality # degree in the nation # program in the nation # program in the world 1 (BestHospitalityDegrees.com) 7 (SuccessfulStudent.org) 12 (CEOWorld Magazine) The School of Hotel and is among the of baccalaureate programs meriting student-faculty TOP % national accreditation for excellence. ratio at NAU 19:1 20 (Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration) Because of the School of Hotel and Restaurant “ Management, I am a hospitality professional. I credit the professors, workers, and students with helping me grow. As a native Hawaiian, I came here without a support system and left with a full, rich circle of friends and mentors.“ – Tiare Kaiwi-Barrionuebo, Hotel and Restaurant Management EXPERIENCE A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE The School of Hotel and Restaurant Management, a part of The W. A. Franke College of , is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration, the premier accrediting agency for hospitality programs in the . This means the Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management will equip you with the essential tools for success in the dynamic world of hospitality. In addition to the rigorously reviewed coursework, the program requires 1,200 work hours—often through paid internships.

Discover opportunity in Work alongside faculty mentors every direction In the School of Hotel and Restaurant Management, you’ll receive guidance from dedicated faculty with industry experience: more than • Build management, leadership, and technical 75 percent hold doctoral degrees. Through their capacity to connect skills enriched by cultural awareness. with business professionals, our faculty mentors ensure you have a • Expand your knowledge in sophisticated learning foundation for success in one of the most dynamic and fastest growing spaces that feature technology-enhanced industries in the world. classrooms, a state-of-the-art demonstration • Join faculty members on to the headquarters of major , and a beverage lab. corporations, such as Four Seasons, Drury , and Pappas • Learn the intricacies of operating a hotel, a , to learn from senior hospitality executives. restaurant, or a kitchen—or learn event planning • Plan major events like the HRM Casino Night with Professor Gary in a in which you plan and host our annual Vallen, or the HRM Golf Tournament with Lecturer Lisa Bliss and our Casino Night. student chapter of the National Association for and Events. • Earn specialized certificates in event management, accounting, interior design, • Manage and operate a coffee shop with facilities management hospitality marketing and sales, and international lecturer Julene Boger in the student-operated CULT Coffee management. Learning Café. CONNECT AND ENGAGE Live and learn together As a freshman living in a Residential College, you’ll make valuable connections and friendships with students who share similar majors or career interests. You’ll also have access to programs, events, amenities, and academic support tailored to your major. • Engage with others in a community close to classes, dining, and campus resources. • Connect with faculty and residential staff focused on your transition and on helping you build a strong foundation for success. • Enjoy in-hall study groups and access to 24/7 computer labs and study areas. nau.edu/reslife Elevate your with Honors The Honors College is a rewarding and enriching academic path emphasizing small, interactive classes where students gain critical-thinking skills prized by SAVE WITH NAU employers and graduate schools. Honors courses fulfill general education and/or major requirements, and class topics range from analyzing popular media to investigating bioterrorism. OUR PLEDGE: Privileges include personalized Honors advising and exclusive scholarships. fixed tuition Opened in fall 2018, our 200,000-square-foot Honors Residential College sits in the heart of campus and features state-of-the-art classrooms, a writing With NAU’s Pledge, you’ll pay the same center, a student support center, and a fitness center. fixed tuition rate for up to four years—no increases, guaranteed. nau.edu/honors nau.edu/pledge average student clubs Honors and organizations WUE : 17 class size 400+ ... and growing! Western Undergraduate Exchange Under WUE, students from 14 qualifying states, Guam, and the Commonwealth Get involved of the Northern Mariana Islands pay NAU’s Choose from more than 400 student clubs and organizations, including sport clubs, discounted tuition rate, nearly intramurals, and sororities and fraternities. You can also participate in leadership, 40 percent less than academic, and organizations: our out-of-state tuition. National Society of Minorities in Hospitality: Attend events and programs The School of Every major Hotel and Restaurant that facilitate relationship-building among students, industry professionals, and within the School Management awards other hospitality organizations with a focus on multiculturalism and diversity. of Hotel and Hospitality Entrepreneurs: Explore networking opportunities through tours Restaurant of hospitality organizations and receive expert advice from guest speakers. Management National Association for Catering and Events: Enhance your knowledge of the qualifies for the catering and events industry and learn through hands-on educational programming. WUE tuition rate. 40 scholarships annually. nau.edu/wue nau.edu/studentlife GAIN GLOBAL INSIGHTS A World and Tourism Council study projected the will create 350 million new jobs worldwide by 2025. You have a future to get to, and we have what you need to get there. Global Business Program NAU’s Global Business Program provides cross-cultural professional experience, training for fluency in a foreign language, and a solid education. You’ll graduate with two bachelor’s degrees—one in hospitality and one in a foreign language—and the skills to fill key roles in international organizations. nau.edu/igp Gain global insights As a Hotel and Restaurant Management student, you can enhance your education through numerous study abroad programs, including an HRM Global Track program. As a Global Track student, you’ll attend the International University of Applied Sciences in Bad Honnef, Germany, and earn a full semester of credits that apply toward your degree. Or, you can take advantage of overseas hotel internships and other international exchange programs in one of 61 foreign countries. If you prefer to stay close to home, the National Student Exchange allows you to study at one of more than 200 US institutions. HRM also offers two summer programs—a three-week gastronomic tour of France and a five-week Summer Study in Europe—where you’ll earn college credit while living and traveling in Europe. nau.edu/globaltrackhrm nau.edu/edabroad nau.edu/hrmstudyabroad GET A JUMP START ON YOUR CAREER Immerse yourself in the hotel and restaurant industry—the school frequently hosts expert guest speakers, executives, and prominent members of the National Council of Industry Professionals. Learn from the best through internships and educational opportunities offered by a range of industry partners: • Aramark • Four Seasons Hotels and • Jason’s Deli • Choice Hotels • Fox Restaurant Concepts • • Disney College Program • Hyatt Hotels and Resorts • Pappas Restaurants • Ecolab • Hilton Worldwide • The Old Spaghetti Factory ACCELERATE YOUR EDUCATION Follow a plan of study to complete your bachelor’s degree and satisfy MBA prerequisites, allowing you to graduate with both degrees in as few as five years. nau.edu/mba Visit us The best way to see if NAU is right for you is to visit our beautiful campus: nau.edu/visit

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