Ocean County College
Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism Management A.S.

Toms River, USA

DEGREE TYPE

Associate of Applied Science

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Sep 2026

STUDY FORMAT

Key Summary

About : The Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism Management A.S. program focuses on the principles and practices within the hospitality and tourism sectors. This two-year degree combines classroom learning with hands-on experiences, covering essential topics such as event planning, hospitality operations, and recreational services. Students will develop critical skills needed to succeed in various roles within these dynamic industries.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue roles such as event coordinators, hospitality managers, or tourism operators. With the growing demand in the hospitality industry, career prospects remain strong, providing opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, and recreational facilities.

The A.S. in Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism Management (HRTM) is designed to prepare students to begin a career in the creative, people-oriented Hospitality, Recreation & Tourism industries, or to continue with their education toward a bachelor’s degree. The program provides a business planning and management foundation that examines industry trends, consumer behavior, guest services and other factors that influence Hospitality Recreation & Tourism development and promotion.

Students will receive exposure to critical thinking skills as well as a broad education and awareness of values, skills, and attitudes that will prepare them for responsible citizenship roles across the scope of the hospitality, recreation and tourism industry and society.