Hospitality Entrepreneurship, Certificate of Achievement

The Hospitality Entrepreneurship Certificate of Achievement program is designed for students who seek the skills and knowledge required for a hospitality entrepreneurial venture. This program is designed for students who want to add entrepreneurial abilities to their current skill set or open their own business.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:

  • Build an actionable comprehensive business plan to start and operate a hospitality venture.

Certificate of Achievement Requirements

Required Core
BUSI 44Introduction to Business Ownership/Management3
HOSP 23Culinary Foundations I3
HOSP 58Sanitation, Safety, Equipment3
HOSP 63Hospitality Supervision1.5
Select two courses from the following:6
Introduction to Business
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Professional Selling
Introduction to E-Marketing
QuickBooks Online Accounting Software
Total Units16.5

Please refer to the graduation requirements section of the Catalog for information about degree and certificate requirements including Reading and Writing, Mathematics, Information Competency, and General Education requirements.  
 

The model sequence of coursework below is one pathway for students to complete the program. The information below is not an official educational plan. An MPC Counselor can assist you with creating a personalized education plan based on your academic, career, and personal goals. Visit MPC’s Counseling website for more information about Counseling and up-to-date program requirements.

Suggested Course Sequence

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
FallUnits
Select one of the following: 3
Introduction to Business
or Entrepreneurial Mindset
or Professional Selling
or Introduction to E-Marketing
or QuickBooks Online Accounting Software
 
BUSI 44 Introduction to Business Ownership/Management 3
HOSP 23 Culinary Foundations I 3
HOSP 63 Hospitality Supervision 1.5
 Units10.5
Spring
Select one of the following: 3
Introduction to Business
or Entrepreneurial Mindset
or Professional Selling
or Introduction to E-Marketing
or QuickBooks Online Accounting Software
 
HOSP 58 Sanitation, Safety, Equipment 3
 Units6
 Total Units16.5

Ready to Work!MPC “Ready to Work” Career Education programs offer students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills needed for employment and job advancement.

All students should consult with a Counselor to discuss career pathways, for support with career exploration and planning, and to create a personalized education plan to help them meet their academic, career, and personal goals. Visit MPC’s Counseling website for more information about Counseling services provided by MPC and to connect with a Counselor.

Additional resources are available through MPC’s Career & Transfer Resource Center (CTRC). The CTRC offers career resources, workshops, guidance and referrals. Visit the CTRC for support finding online career information and other resources to explore majors, occupations, and employment information.