Program Highlights How can a minor in hospitality and event management help you?
Add real-world experience to your degree.
The Hospitality and Event Management minor is built for students who want practical skills, leadership experience, and career-ready knowledge they can apply immediately. You’ll learn how hospitality businesses actually work — from hotels and restaurants to events and tourism — through hands-on coursework, real projects, and industry connections.
This minor pairs easily with a wide range of majors and helps you stand out to employers in a fast-growing industry.
Why add the HEM minor?
- Gain leadership and management skills employers want
- Learn how hospitality and event operations function in real settings
- Build experience through hands-on projects and applied coursework
- Strengthen your resume with industry-relevant skills
- Complement majors in business, communication, design, sports management, tourism, nutrition, and more
What you’ll experience
- Hands-on learning tied to real hospitality and event operations
- Coursework connected to hotels, restaurants, tourism, and live events
- Opportunities to work with local and community businesses
- Practical assignments focused on problem-solving — not just theory
This minor is designed for students who learn best by doing.
Career relevance
The HEM minor strengthens preparation for roles and industries such as:
- Event planning and event operations
- Hotel and lodging management
- Restaurant and foodservice leadership
- Tourism and destination management
- Guest experience and customer success roles
Employers value this skill set — from global brands like Disney, Hyatt, Marriott, the Denver Broncos, and Chipotle to local venues, nonprofits, and startups.