Hospitality and Tourism Program

Is a career in the travel industry right for me?

Hospitality and Tourism is the perfect program for people who want to get broad exposure to the travel industry. Individuals who specialize in this area generally have great people skills and a knack for problem solving.

If the following qualities describe you, Hospitality and Tourism might be a good program choice:
  • Interested in travel
  • Enjoy interacting with people
  • Resourceful
  • Good at solving problems

What's the job outlook?

Opportunities in this field are continually growing as millions of tourists visit Hawaii annually (this program is only available at Heald's Honolulu campus). Travel and Tourism is the number one industry of Hawaii, and it accounts for 25% of total employment for the state.* Travelers now visit Hawaii for both leisure and business, creating a surge in the demand for qualified professionals to serve their needs.

What will I do with my education?

Graduates of Heald's Hospitality and Tourism program pursue rewarding careers in various positions, including Travel Agent, Reservationist, Tour Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, Events Coordinator, Catering Assistant, or Front Desk Clerk. With your Heald degree, you'll be qualified to work in a number of different settings, ranging from hotels to travel agencies to airlines.

This program is available at the following campuses:


Hawaii

You'll get more than career training at Heald. You'll gain professional polish so you can be an asset your first day on the job. If you're interested in this program, you can pursue the following future educational options:
  • Associate in Applied Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Hospitality and Tourism
  • Diploma in Business Administration with an emphasis in Hospitality and Tourism

The above serves as a general overview for this program. For details, please refer to our academic catalog. Program availability and educational options vary by campus.

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