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HOSPITALITY You have the dedication to preserve and honor hospitality traditions.

PREMIER PROGRAMSEstablished in 1986, NAU’s School of Hotel and Restaurant 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 industry leaders through Pathways events, and take part in hands-on opportunities that reflect cutting-edge hospitality standards.

#1 affordable hospitality degree in the nation(BestHospitalityDegrees.com)

#7 best hospitality program in the nation

(SuccessfulStudent.org)

#12 best hospitality program in the world

(CEOWorld Magazine)

19:1 student-faculty ratio at NAU

The School of Hotel and Restaurant Management is among the

TOP 20% of baccalaureate programs meriting national accreditation for excellence. (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 EXCELLENCEThe School of Hotel and Restaurant Management, a part of The W. A. Franke College of Business, is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration, the premier accrediting agency for hospitality programs in the United States. 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 every direction• Build management, leadership, and technical

skills enriched by cultural awareness.

• Expand your knowledge in sophisticated learning spaces that feature technology-enhanced classrooms, a state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen, and a beverage lab.

• Learn the intricacies of operating a hotel, a restaurant, or a kitchen—or learn event planning in a course in which you plan and host our annual Casino Night.

• Earn specialized certificates in event management, accounting, interior design, hospitality marketing and sales, and international tourism management.

Work alongside faculty mentorsIn the School of Hotel and Restaurant Management, you’ll receive guidance from dedicated faculty with industry experience: more than 75 percent hold doctoral degrees. Through their capacity to connect with business professionals, our faculty mentors ensure you have a foundation for success in one of the most dynamic and fastest growing industries in the world.

• Join faculty members on excursions to the headquarters of major corporations, such as Four Seasons, Drury Hotels, and Pappas Restaurants, to learn from senior hospitality executives.

• Plan major events like the HRM Casino Night with Professor Gary Vallen, or the HRM Golf Tournament with Lecturer Lisa Bliss and our student chapter of the National Association for Catering and Events.

• Manage and operate a coffee shop with facilities management lecturer Julene Boger in the student-operated CULT Coffee Learning Café.

CONNECT AND ENGAGELive and learn togetherAs 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.

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SAVE WITH NAU

OUR PLEDGE : fixed tuitionWith NAU’s Pledge, you’ll pay the same fixed tuition rate for up to four years—no increases, guaranteed.

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WUE : Western Undergraduate ExchangeUnder WUE, students from 14 qualifying states, Guam, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands pay NAU’s discounted tuition rate, nearly 40 percent less than our out-of-state tuition.

Every major within the School of Hotel and Restaurant Management qualifies for the WUE tuition rate.

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The School of Hotel and Restaurant Management awards

40 scholarships annually.

Elevate your education with HonorsThe Honors College is a rewarding and enriching academic path emphasizing small, interactive classes where students gain critical-thinking skills prized by employers and graduate schools.

Honors courses fulfill general education and/or major requirements, and class topics range from analyzing popular media to investigating bioterrorism. Privileges include personalized Honors advising and exclusive scholarships.

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 center, a student support center, and a fitness center.

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17 average Honors class size 400+ student clubs

and organizations ... and growing!

Get involvedChoose from more than 400 student clubs and organizations, including sport clubs, intramurals, and sororities and fraternities. You can also participate in leadership, academic, and service organizations:

National Society of Minorities in Hospitality: Attend events and programs that facilitate relationship-building among students, industry professionals, and other hospitality organizations with a focus on multiculturalism and diversity.

Hospitality Entrepreneurs: Explore networking opportunities through tours of hospitality organizations and receive expert advice from guest speakers.

National Association for Catering and Events: Enhance your knowledge of the catering and events industry and learn through hands-on educational programming.

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GAIN GLOBAL INSIGHTSA World Travel and Tourism Council study projected the hospitality industry 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 ProgramNAU’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.

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Gain global insightsAs 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.

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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• Choice Hotels• Disney College Program• Ecolab

• Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts• Fox Restaurant Concepts• Hyatt Hotels and Resorts• Hilton Worldwide

• Jason’s Deli• Marriott International• Pappas Restaurants• The Old Spaghetti Factory

ACCELERATE YOUR EDUCATIONFollow 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.

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Visit usThe best way to see if NAU is right for you is to visit our beautiful campus:

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If you can’t make it here in person, our virtual tour is the next best thing:

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Tel 888-628-2968 | admissions@nau.edu

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