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Hotel/Restaurant Management - Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, Hospitality Management (A.A.S.)


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Total Credit Hours: Minimum of 61

About the Hotel, Culinary Arts and Tourism Institute

Accreditation: The Hotel/Restaurant Management Culinary Arts Concentration Associate of Applied Science degree and the Hotel/Restaurant Management Baking and Pastry Arts Concentration Associate of Applied Science degree is accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Accrediting Commission (ACFEFAC). The Hotel/Restaurant Management Hospitality Management Concentration Associate of Applied Science degree is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA).

Purpose: Prepares students for entry-level supervisory positions in the hospitality industry or for specialized industry management training programs. An internship course and a range of hotel and restaurant operation management courses provide students with the opportunity to gain knowledge and specialty experience in restaurants, hotels, health care facilities or meeting and conference planning.

Uniform: Students are required to wear an approved chef uniform for production classes. Refer to course description for specifics.

Areas of Concentration: This degree requires that students choose a concentration in one of three areas. A concentration is a structured plan of study within a degree program. The number of credit hours and particular course requirements for a concentration may vary, as listed below.  To achieve a concentration, students must receive credit for every course requirement listed under that concentration.

Three Areas of Concentration

1. Hotel/Restaurant Management - Culinary Arts (AAS.HRM.CULINARY-A​): The Culinary Arts area of concentration prepares students for employment in the hospitality industry with essential skills and content in culinary operations. The student will learn to use that knowledge as it relates to operating a successful and profitable business. The Culinary Arts area of concentration requires 18 credit hours within the chosen concentration.

Range of Occupations
  • Cook, Pastry Cook
  • Manager-in-training
    • Catering and sales
    • Food and beverage
    • Food service manager in assisted living facility or nursing home
    • Bakery
    • Kitchen
    • Restaurant
    • Hotel

2. Hotel/Restaurant Management - Baking and Pastry Arts (AAS.HRM.BAK-PASTRY​): The Baking and Pastry Arts area of concentration prepares students for employment in the hospitality industry with essential skills and content in baking and pastry operations. The student will learn to use that knowledge as it relates to operating a successful and profitable business. The Baking and Pastry Arts area of concentration requires 18 credit hours within the chosen concentration.

Range of Occupations
  • Pastry Cook
  • Manager-in-training
    • Catering and sales
    • Food and beverage
    • Food service manager in assisted living facility or nursing home
    • Bakery
    • Kitchen
    • Restaurant
    • Hotel

3. Hotel/Restaurant Management - Hospitality Management (AAS.HRM.HOSPITALITY): The Hospitality Management area of concentration prepares students for employment in the hospitality industry with essential skills and content in hospitality operations. This concentration will integrate major business segments of the hospitality industry. This area of concentration offers the student essential courses both in hotel and food and beverage operations management.  The Hospitality Management area of concentration requires 18 credit hours within the chosen concentration.

Range of Occupations
  • Hotel/Restaurant Operations
  • Manager-in-training
    • Catering and sales
    • Food and beverage
    • Food service manager in assisted living facility or nursing home
    • Restaurant
    • Hotel

Fast Track


This program has a Fast Track Option  for those holding a college degree.

Statewide Tuition Reduction Program


This program of study is designated a Statewide Tuition Reduction Program. This means that some residents of Maryland (refer to the Tuition, Fees and Payments  section of this catalog) enrolled in this program of study by the first day of the term may be eligible for in-county tuition rates for courses required for program completion. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm that this program still maintains a Statewide Program status before enrolling. Please refer to the college’s Accounts Receivable Office to confirm this designation.

Graduation Requirements


Refer to Academic Regulations on Graduation Requirements  for college-wide graduation requirements.

Honors Program Courses


If you qualify for the Honors Program, you may take honors versions  of some courses (such as ENG 101H , ENG 102H , etc.).

General Education Requirements: 21 credits


An approved list of general education courses can be found in the General Education and Diversity, Technology and Wellness Requirements  section of the catalog. Choose general education courses from the following topics:

English: 6 credits


Arts and Humanities: 3 credits


Biological and Physical Sciences: 3 credits


Refer to General Education Biological and Physical Sciences Requirements  for a list of approved courses.

Technology: 3 credits


Mathematics: 3 credits


Refer to General Education Mathematics Requirements  for a list of approved courses.

Social and Behavioral Sciences: 3 credits


Program Requirements: 16 credits


These are common program requirements for all three areas of concentration.

​​​​​​​Additional Degree Requirements
A grade of C or better is required in each Hotel/Restaurant Management (HRM) course requirement.

Students must select one Area of Concentration in Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts or Hospitality Business Management as specified below: 24 credits


Culinary Arts Area of Concentration Requirements: 24 credits


Degree Awarded: Hotel and Restaurant Management - Culinary Arts 

Baking and Pastry Arts Area of Concentration Requirements: 24 credits


Degree Awarded: Hotel and Restaurant Management - Baking and Pastry Arts 

Hospitality Management Area of Concentration Requirements: 24 credits


Degree Awarded: Hotel and Restaurant Management - Hospitality Management 

Diversity Requirement


Satisfied by HRM 232 .

Technology Requirement


Satisfied by CTA 100 .

Wellness Requirement


Wellness Requirement satisfied throughout the program by the combination of  HRM 119 HRM 190  and HRM 232  or General Education Wellness Requirement course. 

Program Outcomes


Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

1. Food Safety and Sanitation: Demonstrate comprehensive food safety practices and sanitation management systems that ensure safe food production and facility operations from procurement through service, including adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.

2. Service Operations Apply fundamental cooking, baking, and event operations while demonstrating proficiency in industry-standard technologies, preparation methods, and business operational skills to deliver quality food and beverage experiences that meet professional standards.

3. Hospitality Management Integrate customer service principles, multicultural perspectives, and inclusive practices to create positive guest experiences while demonstrating effective management, supervisory responsibilities, leadership, and human relations skills in diverse hospitality environments.

4. Sustainable and Healthful Industry Practices Utilize current industry technologies and techniques to implement sustainable practices, including waste reduction, local sourcing, resource conservation, and environmentally and socially responsible operations, while adapting concepts of alternative cooking techniques, wellness, and nutrition into operational practices.

5. Critical Thinking and Communication Analyze complex hospitality industry challenges and apply critical thinking skills to develop efficient solutions while effectively communicating through accessible formats in local and global contexts.

This program aligns with all the college’s core competencies.

Related Offerings


Students may wish to also review requirements for the related majors or programs linked below. 

Career and Educational Advancement Resources


   

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