Hospitality and Tourism Management Minor

The hospitality and tourism industry is the world’s largest service sector and a key driver of economic growth globally and in Rhode Island. Contributing over $11 trillion to the global GDP in 2024, the industry comprises 10% of the world’s total GDP and is a major source of employment, with over 1 million job openings in the U.S. alone. In Rhode Island, the industry is a vital economic force, providing more than 50,000 jobs and generating over $5.75 billion annually.

At Salve Regina University, the Minor in Hospitality and Tourism Management offers students a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic and growing field. The program equips students with the essential knowledge of hospitality services and tourism experiences, while exploring the impact of the industry on both local and global economies and ecosystems. The curriculum emphasizes high-end and personal customer experience (CX), data-driven decision-making, and how the industry influences economic and environmental factors at multiple levels. Students also have the opportunity to choose electives tailored to their specific career goals, allowing them to integrate the minor with their primary field of study and pursue diverse career paths across sectors such as marketing, global studies, economics, and environmental sustainability. This minor provides the foundation to launch a rewarding and fulfilling career in one of the world’s most vibrant industries.

Students completing a minor in Hospitality and Tourism Management are required to complete 18 credits, as listed below: