Why Industry Leaders Like Daniel Bautista Value UF’s Tourism and Hospitality Management Program
August 19, 2024
In the ever-evolving world of hospitality, having the right education and experience can be the key to unlocking a successful career. For industry leaders like David Bautista, who is dedicated to shaping the guest experience across thousands of hotels, the importance of a strong foundation in the fundamentals of the industry is clear. The online master’s in Tourism and Hospitality Management from the University of Florida provides this foundation and equips students with the practical skills Bautista looks for in potential hires for critical operational roles.
“One of the things I love about working in this industry is the ability to make a real impact. As the Head of Quality at IHG Hotels & Resorts, I am in a position to influence the performance of over 4,200 hotels in the America's region. This kind of responsibility is both challenging and rewarding, and it requires a strong foundation in the fundamentals of hospitality and event management.
The Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management program at the University of Florida provides exactly that foundation. With a focus on practical, hands-on learning, students in this program are well-prepared to take on leadership roles in a variety of hospitality-related fields. Whether you're interested in hotel management, event planning, or any other aspect of the industry, this program will give you the tools you need to succeed.
What sets the Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management program apart from others is its emphasis on practical learning. The program has partnerships with some of the top hospitality companies in the world, which gives students the opportunity to work on real-life projects and gain valuable experience even before they graduate.
If you're passionate about the hospitality industry and want to make a difference in people's lives, the Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management program at the University of Florida is the perfect place to start. Join a community of passionate professionals and gain the skills and experience needed to succeed in this exciting and rewarding field.” - Daniel Bautista
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The 100% online, instructor-led Master of Science in Tourism and Hospitality Management is designed for busy, working professionals or those just getting started in their careers.
This program allows you to earn your degree and apply what you learn in the classroom to your current and future work environments. Using real data from top industry experts, graduate students develop resource-based views and comprehensive strategies for managing and leading tourism and hospitality organizations. Students will also obtain a holistic perspective of environmental concerns that impact visitation to sensitive areas, including how to build sustainable initiatives into a business model and how to use unique faculty-developed tools to better respond to these issues.
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