B.S. Hospitality and Communication—Frequently Asked Questions
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Below are common questions about the Hospitality and Communication major. If you have additional academic questions please reach out to School of Hospitality Administration Director of Student Services.
What is the difference between the hospitality and communication major and the hospitality administration major?
In the hospitality industry, demand is growing for professionals who have strong capabilities in communication areas like public relations, digital marketing, and content and brand management. The Hospitality Administration major focuses on operations, while the Hospitality and Communication degree leans on strategic and tactical communication skills in the hospitality industry. The Hospitality and Communication major allows students to develop their knowledge and skills in these two fields in a more comprehensive, intensive, and structured major. The required courses across the two schools build upon one another, providing the most synergistic learning to students and enabling more effective career development in these fields.
What are potential job titles that a student from this major might look for?
Hospitality and communication careers can be found on-site at hotels, restaurants, and event spaces, and at external firms like online travel agencies, advertising and public relation firms, or event management companies. Potential career titles include: Social Media Manager, Brand Strategist, Account Manager, B2B Content Creator, Digital Marketing Strategist, or Event Marketing Coordinator.
I am a current BU Student. How can I change my major to Hospitality and Communication?
Current BU students that would like to transfer to the School of Hospitality Administration’s Hospitality and Communication program should note the following guidelines before beginning the application process: Guidelines
- Students must complete their freshman year before they can apply for a change of major
- Students must be in good academic standing
If I want to change my major, when is my change of major application due?
Current BU students interested in beginning the program in spring 2018 must submit their application by Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 12:00pm. Download the application form. Deadlines for future semesters will be announced on this page.
