PARKS, RECREATION AND TOURISM MAJORHospitality Management Emphasis

Sydney Hieber

Spring 2015

Are you interested in the natural world around you and want to pursue a career in an actively growing field?

• If you answered yes to the above question, then Parks, recreation and Tourism is the degree for you!

What is PRT?

• A fun, engaging major at the University of Utah• Offers a wide variety of job fields• Progressive learning environment• Emphasis on Social Justice and Well-Being• Will prepare you for the career you want, with the lifestyle you want

U-ExploreAll students in the PRT program are required to complete one (1) U-Explore class. These are outdoor based classes ranging from things such as Camping Cooking, Pistol Marksmanship, all the way to backpacking and fly fishing. The beside picture is from a U-Explore backpacking class.

Hospitality Management Emphasis

• Course work in the Hospitality Management Emphasis includes:• Front Office Operations• Hospitality Accounting• Hospitality Law• Managing Food and Beverage• Hospitality Marketing

The Hospitality Management emphasis studies will prepare you for a wide array of jobs within the hospitality field. Elective course range over all hotel outlets including Hospitality Law, all the way to multiple Food and Beverage Courses.

Potential Employers in the Field

AHLA and Hospitality Management

• The American Hotel and Lodging Association is the leader in hospitality. With many of the courses you take, you will have the opportunity to earn certifications through AHLA

• https://www.ahla.com/

Internship Experience• During your time as a PRT student you will be required to

complete two (2) internships.• The first is part time• The second is a full-time position 12 credit hours)

• The internship process allows for students to get real, on the job training before entering the field (while earning school credit)

• Your will get the most out of your internship by putting the most into it. Only you can create a great experience for yourself.

Follow this address if you think PRT is right for you!

• http://www.health.utah.edu/parks-recreation-tourism/

In depth information on all emphasis areas

Social Media and PRT

• PRT Facebook• PRT Linkedin

Lastly, the PRT department is very active on social media. The two links beside are for the department’s Facebook and Linkedin, which will connect you with current and previous students and give you more insight on the program.

Credits• Parks, Recreation and Tourism Website:

http://www.health.utah.edu/parks-recreation-tourism/• University of Utah: http://www.utah.edu/