Hospitality, Restaurant and Tourism Management
The Nebraska Difference
Internships
Sharpen your skills and learn from experts in the industry throughout three internships.
Scholarships
We award more than $200,000 annually in scholarships to incoming students.
1-to-1 Advising
Your assigned advisor will support you with academic planning throughout your time at Nebraska.
Career Coaching
Career coaches can help you plan for a meaningful career built upon your degree program. Career coaches can help you plan for a meaningful career built upon your degree program.
Program Features
State-of-the-Art Facility
Train and learn in the state-of-the-art Scarlet Hotel, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel on Nebraska Innovation Campus.
Hands-On Learning
Start your career by completing three internships as part of your academic program with organizations such as The Masters Tournament, Walt Disney World or the College World Series.
Networking Opportunities
Learn from an advisory board of experts from across the industry and connect with professionals at conferences in both the U.S. and abroad, including the EuroCHRIE Conference, Cannes Film Festival or National Restaurant Association Show.
Notable Courses
Introduction to Hospitality Management (HRTM 171)
Introduces the global business of hospitality segments, including event management, tourism, food and beverage management, lodging, private club management and human resources management.
Field Experience in Hospitality Management I (HRTM 172)
Supervised individual professional experience with a qualified cooperating practicing professional in hospitality management.
Introduction to Tourism (HRTM 280)
Historical, behavioral, societal and business aspects of travel and tourism industry, with emphasis on nature-based tourism and agri-tourism.
Accounting for Business Decisions (ACCT 200)
An introduction to financial and managerial accounting concepts for students who are not business majors but will use such information in future roles.
Interpersonal Skills for Leadership (ALEC 102)
Introduction to the principles and practices of positive interpersonal relationships for leadership development.
Huskers Do Big Things
Internships
- The Masters Tournament
- Walt Disney World Resort
- College World Series
- Caffé Florian in Florence, Italy
Careers
- Events and entertainment assistant, Nebraska State Fair
- Sales and marketing coordinator, Visit Omaha
- Membership director, Field Club of Omaha
- Human resources manager, TAFS, Inc.
- Prestige lead concierge, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas
Graduate Schools
- Personal Leadership Graduate Certificate, University of Nebraska–Lincoln
- MBA@Nebraska, University of Nebraska–Lincoln
- M.S. Hospitality Management, Florida International University
Have Questions? We're Here to Help
If you have questions about the Hospitality, Restaurant and Tourism Management major or navigating the application process, contact us.
- Contact Name
- Dijon DeLaPorte
- Contact Title
- Director of Recruitment
- Phone
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