Hospitality and Tourism Management Certificate Curriculum
The Hospitality and Tourism Management Certificate at SFSU is designed for international and non-matriculated students who want to build skills in hospitality within two semesters. A semester option is also available.
You study key areas such as food service, lodging and recreation or resort management while gaining practical, career-focused experience. The program includes a structured set of courses that prepare you for roles across the hospitality and tourism industry.
When you complete the required coursework, you earn a certificate that shows your academic achievement and readiness for the field.
Curriculum
You complete two semesters of coursework in Hospitality and Tourism Management. If you have specific academic or career goals, you may request to adjust your course selection with written approval from the program chair.
To earn the certificate, you complete eight courses from the list below. Courses are offered on a rotating schedule, so not all are available each semester. You can find course descriptions in the SFSU Bulletin.
Take HTM 110 in your first semester unless your prior coursework or professional experience meets the requirement. If approved, you may substitute another course.
Courses - Take Eight (24 Units)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| HTM 110 | Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Management |
| HTM 300 or HTM 531 | Hospitality Tourism Management Business Communication - GWAR or Hospitality Services Management (Prerequisite: HTM 110) |
| HTM 324 or HTM 425 | Historical and Contemporary Aspects of Food, Beverage and Culture in America or The Business of International Tourism |
| HTM 351 or HTM 421 | Asian Food, Culture and Hospitality or Food, Wine and Culture in California |
| HTM 424 | Tourism Management |
| HTM 457 | Restaurant Operations |
| HTM 561 | Hotel Operation Management |
| HTM 576 or HTM 577 | Meeting Planning and Convention/Event Management I or Meeting Planning and Convention/Event Management II |
A U 110 Living in San Francisco
This one-unit course introduces you to the geography, history, environment, culture and politics of the Bay Area, San Francisco and San Francisco State University. You will build community, learn about campus and explore the city as you prepare for life in San Francisco.
The course includes hands-on learning and field trips throughout the city.
This optional course is offered in person or in a hybrid format at no cost. You can sign up when you complete your course preference wishlist.
Preparation Courses
Global Business Communication Skills I and II are CEU courses that help you prepare for a job or internship search. You will build the professional skills you need to succeed. These courses are not required for the certificate, but we encourage you to take them if you plan to apply to graduate school, Optional Practical Training (OPT), an internship or a job.