“Idaho’s leisure and hospitality sector is currently projected to add 5,900 jobs between 2021 and 2023, the second-largest job increase in any sector”
—IDAHO Department of Labor
Unlock a Leadership Career in a fast growing Industry
Our online Resort and Hospitality Management program equips students to become skilled managers in the rapidly-growing resort and hospitality industry. We offer industry-specific knowledge in a flexible and accessible format, empowering students with the expertise and leadership skills needed to excel in their careers.
Rolling Start Dates
Important Dates
Semester:
Application Deadline:
Class Start Date:
Spring 1
December 1st
Early January
Spring 2
Febuary 1st
Early March
Summer 1
April 15th
Early May
Summer 2
June 1st
Late June
Fall 1
July 15th
Late August
Fall 2
September 15th
Late October
About The Resort & Hospitality Management Program
Program Details
At a Glance
This program features:
Rolling admissions
100% online format
Instructor lead model
Industry connections with internship opportunities
Program length is seven courses
Personalized learning and student support
Program Benefits
Practical Industry Experience
Created in partnership with the local tourism organizations and leaders ranging from resorts nestled in the Payette National Forest to local Boise Hotels and Restaurants. Through practical application and hands-on experiences of skills learned in the classroom you will build a solid foundation for your future career growth and success.
Personalization
We care about your success and student experience during the program. Personalized support is offered for admissions, advising, financial aid & scholarships, internship placement, and career advice! A dedicated staff member is here to engage with you and the industry to ensure that you are offered a unique, bespoke and paid internship opportunity!
Flexibility
Designed to meet the needs of every student; whether a traditional on-site college student, a motivated online learner or a passionate working professional. Delivered fully online and asynchronous, courses are taught by dedicated and driven professors and industry experts and follow an engaging online model to keep you on track during the program.
Confidence & Professionalism
Gain the confidence and professionalism needed to excel your career within the hospitality industry. Program courses give you confidence in the skills needed to grow in your job, as well as the professionalism experienced through internships.
Degree Emphasis vs. Certificate
Degree Emphasis
Resort and Hospitality Management is an emphasis area within the online Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management program. Students who want to advance their career in hospitality management can elect RHM as a specific emphasis area to gain necessary skills and practical internship experience within the industry.
Is the degree emphasis option for me?
This is for you, if you are seeking a bachelor’s degree and interested in the Online Management BBA program or are currently enrolled the Management BBA program and would like to add an emphasis area.
Certificate
7 course program provides you with knowledge in management and financial accounting, as well as specific skills required in resort and hospitality environments. Boise State’s Online Resort and Hospitality Management Certificate delivers practical knowledge of the industry to program graduates in a flexible and accessible format, designed to give students the tools to build a long-term career within the industry.
Is the certificate option for me?
This is for you, if you are currently working in the industry and want an accredited certificate in Resort and Hospitality Management, or you are looking to just grow your expertise in Hospitality to advance your career opportunities (but not looking for the full BBA degree).
Courses
Find course descriptions and requirements in the Boise State undergraduate catalogs.
Hands-on industry experience through an internship (RHM 493) for 1-3 credits is a requirement for both the emphasis and certificate.
Students will determine and complete a special project during their internship (approved by the organization and the internship coordinator).
Students are required to meet with their internship coordinator one semester prior to enrolling in the internship class. This is a critical part of understanding the internship requirements and identifying unique interests to ensure ideal internship placement.
Are you a member of the resort, hospitality and/or tourism industry seeking professional, dedicated, and performance-driven employees? Are you interested in partnering to offer internships to our RHM students?
