Hospitality and Tourism Management - Entrepreneurship and Innovation Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

Overview

If you are a dynamic individual who enjoys working in team settings to achieve common goals, this Hospitality and Tourism Management - Entrepreneurship and Innovation program from Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) is a good fit for you. It’s especially suited for those with a goal to run their own small business, contribute innovative ideas, and be involved in the vibrant and ever-evolving hospitality and tourism industry.  

Our small class sizes ensure you get a personalized learning experience. Engage in practical education developed with insights from industry experts. Learn communication and interpersonal skills, team building, leadership skills, problem-solving, sales and marketing and customer service.  

In this program, you will:  

• develop an entrepreneurial mindset with the attitude and approach you need to identify and seize new opportunities in the hospitality sector
• learn to design and implement outstanding client experiences through planning 
• learn to stay ahead of the curve by studying current trends, spotting gaps, and devising creative solutions to address opportunities
• acquire the skills needed to drive the development of new products and services within the industry 
• gain proficiency in managing profits, losses, and costs
• develop an understanding of municipal bylaws, property management, leasing, and authority requirements 

• build skills in marketing and sales, opportunity identification and idea generation.

Careers and opportunities

• Restaurant and Food Service Managers

• Accommodation Service Managers

• Food Service Supervisors

• Accommodation, Travel, Tourism and Related Services Supervisors

• Hotel Front Desk Clerks

• Support Occupations in Accommodation, Travel and Facilities Set-Up Services