The phenomenal growth of the hospitality and tourism industry and the demand for hospitality professionals with strategic skills has resulted in tremendous opportunities for graduates with an advanced degree in hospitality and tourism administration. Graduates from this program can integrate newly acquired skills and knowledge in the areas of hotel restaurant, tourism administration, hospitality education and instruction to enhance their professional career. [AIM AND OBJECTIVES]
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[HRAD GRADUATE STUDENT ASSOCIATION] AIM AND OBJECTIVES The aim of the Hospitality & Tourism Administration Master of Science Program is to provide academic experiences through appropriate research and course work for hospitality and tourism graduate students focusing on one area of specialization. The objectives of this program are to develop students’ intellectual capabilities and enhance the marketability of their professional competencies. The multidisciplinary program allows students to develop additional knowledge in the areas of specialization within the hospitality and tourism industry while incorporating other programs to refine expertise in specialized areas. BACK TO TOP ACADEMIC AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
• Hotel Administration
• Restaurant and Food Service Management
• Travel and Tourism Management POTENTIAL CAREERS
• Hotel and Restaurant Management
• Institutional Food Service Management
• Catering Management
• Club or Resort Management
• Convention and Meeting Management
• Travel and Tourism Management
• Training and Higher Education BACK TO TOP PROGRAM STRUCTURE Required HoursThe minimum number of hours required for graduation is 31 hours for Thesis Option and 33 hours for Creative Component Option. OptionsThe MS degree in Hospitality Administration may be earned by utilizing one of two plans: Plan No. 1: Thesis (31 hours) This track should be utilized by those students seeking a career in higher education or those interested in a better understanding of the research process in their career. Core Courses 13 hrs.
Elective Courses 12 hrs.
Thesis 6 hrs. Plan No. 2: Creative Component (33 hours) This track is designed for those students who believe they need more graduate level major or minor courses and intends to go into or continue in hospitality management/operations upon graduation. Core Courses 10 hrs.
Elective Courses 21 hrs.
Creative Component 2 hrs.
All requirements must be completed within 7 years. No course on the plan of study may be more than 10 years old at the time of graduation. Transfer HoursStudents may transfer maximum nine credit hours with a grade “B” or better to OSU. Length of StudyThe average master’s student takes three to four semesters to complete his/her degree. BACK TO TOP RESOURCES AND FACILITIES
The School has state-of-the-art facilities, experience and research oriented faculty, and innovative curriculum. With a 80-room teaching hotel, three teaching restaurants and demonstration kitchens, and a PM Information System and a Micros Point-of-Sale System, students are able to put their theories info practice and conduct research projects. FACILITIES BACK TO TOP BACK TO TOP ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in hospitality and/or tourism administration or a related field with a minimum GPA 3.0/4.0 and have a relevant industry working experience. The following documents are required to be submitted to the Oklahoma State University Graduate College at the following address for review : - Completed Admission form
(ADMISSION FORMS) - $40 application fee ($75 for international students)
- Two official transcripts
- TOEFL score of at least 550 (for international students only)
- Financial Statement (US $20, 100 for international students only)
Graduate College
Oklahoma State University
202 Whitehurst
Stillwater, OK 74078-1019
Telephone: (800) 277-GRAD
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The following documents are required to be submitted to the School of Hotel and Restaurant Administration at the following address for review : - Three applicant references (APPLICANT REFERENCE FORM)
- Background and Goals Statement (2 to 3 pages typed)
- Résumé
- Official GRE or GMAT score
School of Hotel and Restaurant Administration
Oklahoma State University
210 HESW
Stillwater, OK 74078-6173 TYPE OF ADMISSION - Admission without Qualification
The applicant’s credentials equal or exceed every minimum admission criterion. - Admissible on Provisional Basis
At least one admission criterion is marginal. The applicant will be required to meet certain requirements and have a satisfactory academic performance during their first semester. - Admissible on Strict Academic Probation
Students must make at least a “B” in each course in the first 10-12 hours of enrollment or be dropped from the program. - Not Admissible.
BACK TO TOP FINANCIAL AID A variety of financial aid is available from the school, college and university. - College Fellowships
The College of Human Environmental Sciences offers eight different fellowships ranging from $500.00 to $5,000.00 in value. Applications for these fellowships are available in November and are due in January of each year. CHES GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS INFORMATION
- University Scholarships
For information about university wide scholarships and other financial assistance, please contact: Scholarships and Financial Aid Office
Oklahoma State University
119 Student Union
Stillwater, OK 74078-5061
Phone: (405) 744-6604
Fax: (405) 744-6438
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Please contact: Dr. Radesh Palakurthi, Graduate coordinator
210E HESW
Stillwater, OK 74078
Phone: (405) 744-9338
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BACK TO TOP SELECTED GRADUATE COURSES - HRAD 5000 Master’s Thesis
1-6 credits, maximum 6. Prerequisites: graduate standing and consent of adviser. Individual research interests in hospitality administration fulfilling the requirements for the M.S. degree.
- HRAD 5030 Master’s Creative Component and Independent Study
1-3 credits, maximum 3. Prerequisites: graduate standing and consent of instructor. Individual research and study having relevance to the hospitality field and a positive impact on the hospitality industry.
- HRAD 5111 Hospitality Graduate Studies and Research
Prerequisite: graduate standing. A seminar to prepare graduate students for their graduate studies and research. Systematic introduction to the competencies of graduate education, the hospitality administration graduate program and degree requirements, and graduate research in hospitality and tourism education and administration.
- HRAD 5213 Hospitality and Tourism Management
In depth study of hospitality and tourism management including theory, research, operations and practical experience. Emphasis on lodging operations systems, commercial food service systems, and tourism. Analysis and synthesis of a comprehensive management philosophy consistent with theory.
- HRAD 5233 Convention and Special Event Management
This applied convention and special event management course covers meeting and event design, working with suppliers, on-site management, post-event analysis, industry related computer programs, and meetings documentation.
- HRAD 5243 Retailing and Franchising in the Hospitality Industry
Entrepreneurial perspective of growth and performance of commercial and noncommercial food service and health care organizations. Challenges relative to operations management, convenience stores, quick service operations, procurement, price analysis, communication, efficient customer response, capital and human resources, competition, governmental influence, and decision-making process.
- HRAD 5313 Hospitality and Tourism Information Technology
Conceptual analysis of the technology used in the hospitality industry. Investigation of technology applications, ethical implications of technology and system development practice.
- HRAD 5413 Employee Development Issues In the Hospitality Industry
Recent theories and research in human resource management, employee development, and the labor issues affecting the hospitality and tourism industry to maintain a productive workforce.
- HRAD 5423 Hospitality Customer Development Strategies
Prerequisite: Undergraduate marketing course and graduate standing. The concepts and strategies of marketing and customer development will be discussed.
- HRAD 5513 Contemporary Issues in Hospitality and Tourism
Prerequisite: graduate standing. Analysis of major and current issues confronting the hospitality and tourism industry.
- HRAD 5613 Service Quality in Hospitality and Tourism Management
Study of contemporary management principles in the hospitality industry. Emphasis on service improvement and customer satisfaction in the hospitality industry through the use of total quality management. How service industries such as hospitality can use business techniques such as continuous improvement, employee involvement, measurement and organizational change to improve unit operations.
- HRAD 5813 Research Methods in Hospitality and Tourism Administration
Prerequisite: REMS 5953 or STAT 5013 and graduate standing. Scientific methods and current research methodologies as applied to problems in hospitality and tourism administration. Proposal planning, research design, statistical use and interpretation, and research reporting.
- HRAD 5850 Special Topics in the Hospitality Industry
1-3 credits, maximum 9. Special topics related to the hospitality industry. A problem-solving technique to design the research model and investigative procedures. Presentations to faculty, students and industry professionals at specialized workshops with research, instructional and industry project components.
- HRAD 5870 Problems in the Hospitality Industry
1-3 credits, maximum 9. Special recurring problems in the hospitality industry. Broad perspective of these issues and their application to the industry. Critical thinking skills to solve operational dilemmas.
- HRAD 6113 Hospitality and Tourism Education
Theoretical and practical components of hospitality and tourism educations with emphasis on universities, community colleges, and vocational schools.
- HRAD 6213 Advanced Hospitality Purchasing
Development of supply chain management systems for hospitality businesses. Management of hospitality procurement operations.
- HRAD 6313 Tourism Policy and Planning
Prerequisite: graduate standing. Examination of current international and national tourism policies, planning and development perspectives, and their economic impacts.
- HRAD 6413 Leadership in a Diverse Society
Comparing and critiquing leadership and diversity research, theories, and practices in society. Development of models for future professional practice that integrate leadership and diversity principles.
- HRAD 6513 Hotel and Restaurant Planning and Development
Theories and practices related to the acquisition, development and investment in hospitality-oriented real estate. The undertaking of site analysis, feasibility studies and building construction will be reviewed. Students will consider acquisitions, financing alternatives and management contract options. Current trends in hotel investing.
- HRAD 6680 Seminar in Foodservice Management
1-3 credit hours, maximum 9. Examination of research, practice, and future trends in food service management from a strategic perspective.
- HRAD 6780 Seminar in Lodging Management
1-3 credit hours, maximum 9. Examination of lodging management issues from a strategic perspective. Latest developments in research, practice, and future trends in the lodging industry.
- HRAD 6880 Seminar in Travel and Tourism Management
1-3 credit hours, maximum 9. Study of the latest developments in travel and tourism research management. Understanding and evaluating the current issues and future development trends of the travel and tourism industry.
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