Hospitality, Tourism, & Rec. (HTR)

HTR 107 - Intro Hospitality Management. 3 Credits.

Offered autumn. Offered at Missoula College. This course introduces students with an overview of the businesses in the hospitality industry, including hotel/lodging, restaurant, and travel/tourism. The course provides the history, present factors, and future trends that will affect the hospitality industry, as well as introductory practices in marketing, operations, economics, technology, and customer service.

HTR 201 - Hotel Mngmt/Ops. 3 Credits.

Offered spring. Offered at Missoula College. This course introduces students to the different management responsibilities within hotel and lodging operations. Students receive instruction on the responsibilities and requirements of management in the areas of front desk management, security/maintenance, housekeeping, administration, and food/beverage.

HTR 298 - Internship. 4 Credits.

Offered at Missoula College. This course provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the hospitality industry. Students will secure a position in one of the areas of the hospitality industry and work at least 180 hours. Students will also gain knowledge in how to properly and effectively prepare a resume, cover letter, and for a job interview. The internship will culminate in a portfolio of their accomplishments as well as a paper detailing the knowledge gained from the experience in reference to their job outcomes and goals.