HTM 280 Lodging Operations Management

Presents a detailed study of lodging management and front office management systems by detailing the flow of operational procedures for the total hotel organization. The student will examine the various elements of effective front office management, paying particular attention to the planning and evaluation of front office operations, human resources management, and guest services. Course content will include interdepartmental communications, computer applications, managerial reporting and a review of the current and future trends in technology. The student will be able to interpret statistical analyses in areas of price structure, occupancy patterns and income. These analyses will serve as the bases for improving decision making and for policy and procedure implementation.