Hospitality and Tourism Operations Management at Fanshawe College

Please note: Hospitality and Tourism Operations Management, THM1, is open to international students only.

Designed for university and college graduates seeking a career in the tourism and hospitality sector, this program will focus on applied knowledge in the field of hospitality operations within a global economy, encompassing the planning and management of hospitality businesses of varying size and complexity.

You will apply critical thinking, multitasking, and problem-solving skills in demand by the hospitality industry. Analytical and collaborative problem solving skills will be developed through the use of authentic case studies with leading industry partners and relevant industry technology.

Practical hands-on training will develop your customer service and supervisory skills in our fine dining restaurant The Chef's Table and quick service delicatessen Olive Oyle's Deli. You will apply teamwork and leadership skills, create strategies for supervising, motivating employees, and work as a team to achieve the goals and objectives of the hospitality workplace.

Graduates will have developed business and management skills applicable to various hospitality sectors including accommodations, food and beverage, guest services and tourism. You will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to assume first-line supervisory and management positions in the evolving fast-paced rewarding world of the hospitality industry.

Features and benefits:

Earn while you learn - this program includes a four-month paid work term within the Canadian Hospitality and Tourism industry.

Pathway to Canada - this two-year program may lead to a longer work permit for international students (of up to three years in Canada).

Management experience - this program is unique in that you develop both extensive knowledge of the hospitality and tourism industry as well as a strong skill set in management.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program will find employment in a variety of disciplines from the hospitality industry including: Hotels, Resorts, Convention Centers, Restaurants, Tourism Office and Tour Companies. Job titles for potential graduates may include Guest Service Agent, Guest Service Supervisor, Restaurant Supervisor, Reservation Supervisor, Banquet Supervisor, Front Office Supervisor, Food & Beverage Supervisor, Housekeeping Supervisor, Night Auditor, and Sales Coordinator.