Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Degree with a Specialization in
Hospitality Management

Our bachelors in business administration (BBA) program specialization combines the best of both worlds - a business degree that is designed to provide an education in core business foundations and development of competencies applicable in a hospitality management setting.

Our hospitality management online degree program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of business management and food service operations.

The hospitality management degree curriculum introduces students to concepts and practices related to event management, food and beverage management, and food service operations. Students will study the evolution of gastronomy and oenology as an industry. Curriculum for the specialization areas have been derived from Le Cordon Bleu’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management programs.

AIU’s Business Administration Degree program with all its specializations is programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), a distinction that sets us apart from other business schools.

To complete our online hospitality management degree, you must finish the required general education courses, core courses, general electives, and Le Cordon Bleu^® hospitality management specialization courses.

AIU provides students with the convenience, flexibility, and support needed to accommodate busy lives. We offer full-time and part-time program options and transfer-in credit for eligible college, work, and military experience . This could reduce the time it takes to earn a degree and save you money in the process.

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1. Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.

Total tuition for this degree program may vary depending on your educational needs, existing experience, and other factors.

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For an Online Hospitality Management Degree, your classes may include:

Food Service Operations

Food Service Operations provides an introductory overview of the size and scope of the foodservice industry as well as core operational elements inherent in all foodservice operations. Restaurant management principles such as planning, scheduling, and forecasting are explained, as well as basic restaurant layout and design. Students will receive instruction in all aspects of dining room management including: service theory, concept styles, and levels of service.

Food and Beverage Management

This course focuses on the management aspects of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling a foodservice establishment and a foodservice-based wine and beverage program. Topics explored include purchasing, inventory control, foodservice accounting, wines, beers, and spirits. Students will also have the opportunity to examine and evaluate the processes involved in the management and maintenance of foodservice facilities and properties.

Gastronomy

This course will explore the study of food, both historic and contemporary, to understand the relevance within our society and cultures. Topics will include: concepts of cooking methods, cultural meanings of food, influences around what we eat and why, the physical and chemical properties of food, current health and nutritional aspects of the food industry, and the ongoing evolution of cuisine.

Developing a Hospitality Business

This course will concentrate on techniques and practices of successful small business managers in the hospitality industry. Topics will include: development and effective management of a hospitality small business, essential start-up lessons, identifying customer behavior trends, writing a business plan, obtaining finance, and understanding legal business issues.

Event Planning and Management

This course provides event management theory and principles including established standards, site selection, clients, budgeting, legal matters, and practices of event management. The focus is on social and business functions, and the management of large scale, independent events, such as catering events. Topics include: research, design, planning, coordination, and evaluation of special events management.

AIU does not guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement. Programs may only be available to residents of certain states. Le Cordon Bleu^® and the Le Cordon Bleu logos are registered trademarks in the United States and Canada of Perdoceo Education Corporation.

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What is a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Degree with a Specialization in Le Cordon Bleu® Hospitality Management?

AIU’s BBA degree program with a specialization in Le Cordon Bleu® hospitality management is designed to provide knowledge, skills, and abilities relevant for pursuing potential job opportunities among the hotel and restaurant industries. This unique degree program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of both business management and food service operations. In this specialized curriculum, you will study gastronomy, event planning, and operations in the hospitality industry.

How long does it take to earn a BBA with a specialization in hospitality management?

Our bachelor’s degree programs are designed as 48-month programs. However, many factors can impact your time to completion. The time it may take you to earn your BBA degree can be influenced by course loads proficiency and/or transfer credits, and breaks.

What kind of courses will I take to earn a degree in hospitality management?

As you work to complete your BBA degree with a specialization in hospitality management, you will be immersed in courses such as: Introduction to Business; Food and Beverage Management; Event Planning and Management; and Developing a Hospitality Business.

When can I begin my hospitality management classes?

Courses for the Bachelor of Business Administration Degree with a Specialization in Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality Management start approximately every five weeks. Your actual start date is based on several factors, including receiving academic and financial documentation.

How many credits are required to graduate from the hospitality management degree program?

The BBA degree program consists of 180 credits. You may be eligible for transfer credit, which is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. Please see the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.

Why should I pursue a BBA with a specialization in hospitality management degree?

Upon earning your hospitality management degree, you should be equipped with the concepts and practices related to event management, food and beverage management, and food service operations. Derived from Le Cordon Bleu’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management programs, this degree’s curriculum includes knowledge of the evolution of gastronomy and oenology as an industry.