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Hospitality Management

Build skills in guest services, hotel operations and event management for careers in hospitality and tourism. Learn how to manage operations, coordinate events and deliver high-quality customer experiences.

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Hospitality Management Pathways

The table shows an at-a-glance view of Central Piedmont’s offerings in this field. Find the option that matches your timeline, goals and interests, then select the pathway title to learn more.

Student Goals Education Prerequisite Campus Timeline to Completion Learning Format
Hospitality Management (A.A.S.) Associate in Applied Science High School Diploma or Equivalent Central Campus Two Years Hybrid
Hotel Management Certificate High School Diploma or Equivalent Central Campus One year Hybrid
Restaurant Management Certificate High School Diploma or Equivalent Central Campus One year Hybrid
Culinary, Hospitality, Baking and Pastry - Short-Term Training Courses Short-Term Training or Professional Certificate No Requirement Central Campus 16 weeks or less In Person
  • Hospitality Management (A.A.S.)
    Student Goals: Associate Degree
    Education Prerequisite: High School Diploma or Equivalent
    Campus: Central Campus
    Timeline to Completion: Two Years
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Hotel Management
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite: High School Diploma or Equivalent
    Campus: Central Campus
    Timeline to Completion: One year
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Restaurant Management
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite: High School Diploma or Equivalent
    Campus: Central Campus
    Timeline to Completion: One year
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Culinary, Hospitality, Baking and Pastry - Short-Term Training Courses
    Student Goals: Short-Term Training or Professional Certificate
    Education Prerequisite: No Requirement
    Campus: Central Campus
    Timeline to Completion: 16 weeks or less
    Learning Format: In Person
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