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Program

12

Credit Hours

Next Start Date: August 24, 2026

Start Your Journey in the Fast-Growing World of Hospitality

Step into a people-focused, global industry with Carson-Newman’s fully online Hospitality and Tourism Management Certificate. This flexible program, taught from a biblical worldview, introduces key concepts in guest experience, tourism operations, and event management while helping you develop the communication and leadership skills employers value. You’ll gain practical insight into how the industry works and what it takes to create memorable experiences, preparing you for opportunities across hospitality, travel, and entertainment.

What You’ll Gain from the Certificate

  • Industry-relevant hospitality knowledge
    Build a foundation in guest experience, travel services, and event management.

 

  • Customer service and leadership skills
    Strengthen communication, lead teams, and deliver memorable guest experiences.

 

  • Career-ready, real-world experience
    Gain applied learning to prepare for roles in hospitality, travel, and entertainment.

Career Outlook

16.6M+

Jobs in Leisure & Hospitality (U.S.)

$29,000+

Median Entry-Level Pay

10%

Estimated Job Growth
(2022-32)

*Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Carson-Newman University cannot guarantee employment. Salary data represents averaged earnings for the occupations listed and includes workers at all levels of education and experience.

Why Carson-Newman?

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At Carson-Newman, we support you through programs that help you balance your life, family, and faith while you learn. With fully online and on-campus options, you can pursue your education on your terms.

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Become Career Ready.

You don’t have to pause your current life to advance your education or career. With us, you benefit from immersive, experiential learning and meaningful connections with students and faculty who share your determination and values.

 

 

 

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We work with students with all types of financial needs to make their education affordable. Our financial aid counselors are here to help you understand your options, so you can focus on reaching your potential.

 

 

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Carson-Newman’s mission as Christian educators is to help students reach their full potential as educated citizens and worldwide servant-leaders.

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