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Undergraduate Certificate in Sustainable Hospitality

Department of Applied Human Sciences

College of Education & Applied Human Sciences

Undergraduate Certificate in Sustainable Hospitality

Department of Applied Human Sciences

College of Education & Applied Human Sciences

Online

Program

24 Credit Hours

to Graduate

Online Tuition Rate

$0 Per Semester

Free Books

for All Students

Prepare to Manage the Environmental, Economic and Socio-Cultural Impact of the Hospitality Industry

Managing the environmental, social and economic health of destinations is critical to the long-term success of the hospitality and tourism industry. Gain essential skills for creating sustainable solutions for destinations and communities while balancing environmental, economic and socio-cultural effects.

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Career Outlook

The Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry Association (selectuse.org), reported that the US travel and tourism industry generated over $1.6 trillion in economic output in 2017, supporting 7.8 million jobs in the US.

According to the Department of Labor and Statistics, the need for hospitality and tourism is increasing steadily.

Job Titles Include:

  • Conference event/services manager
  • Culinary food tour director
  • Food service manager
  • Lodging manager
  • Attractions supervisor
  • Cruise director

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Employers Include:

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The Office of Academic and Career Services is a one-stop shop for all your career and professional development needs.

Services Include:

  • Creating/updating your resume and cover letter
  • Interviewing tips and coaching
  • Career documents review
  • Job search

Why EKU?

  • Free textbooks through EKU BookSmart
  • No application fee
  • Reduced tuition for active-duty military members and their spouses
  • Accelerated 8-week terms
  • Courses begin 6 times per year
  • No campus visits required
  • Personalized graduation plan
  • Free online tutoring and career services assistance
  • Ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the best universities offering online degrees

Curriculum & Enrollment

EKU’s curriculum prepares students to pursue a variety of rewarding career possibilities across this diverse industry. The program offers a unique curriculum that provides a strong background in sustainable solutions and prepares graduates to manage the environmental, economic and socio-cultural impact of tourism.

A minimum of 24 credits are required to graduate.

View the degree requirements:

EKU Academic Catalog

Please review the admissions requirements before applying for this or any program. If you have questions about the program or are planning to register for classes, please speak to the program advisor.

TermApplication
Deadline		Classes
Begin
Fall AJuly 5August
Fall BAugust 31October
Spring ANovember 30 January
Spring BJanuary 31March
Summer AApril 5May
Summer BMay 31June

All applicants must provide an application and evidence of appropriate scholastic achievement through prior educational experience.

Please note that certain degree programs have special admission requirements. Admission to the University does not mean automatic admission to all degree programs.

The completed application and all required supporting documentation must be received by the University no later than:

• August 1 for fall enrollment
• December 1 for spring enrollment
• May 1 for summer enrollment

To apply for undergraduate admission to Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), submit an application at apply.eku.edu and submit your materials noted below electronically or by mail to:

Office of Admissions
Eastern Kentucky University
Whitlock Bldg. 112, CPO 54
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475-3154.

Enrolling & Advising Information

EKU’s College of Education and Applied Human Sciences is committed to delivering high-quality enrollment and academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.

Interested in enrolling? Reach out to our college enrollment counselor today.

Emily Calvert

Enrollment Advisor

859-622-2772
Emily.Calvert@eku.edu

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Student Stories & Features

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Emma Moffett

EKU Family and Consumer Sciences Education Student
The faculty at EKU has played a large role in my experience at EKU. I have learned so much from the professors teaching my classes. The labs that EKU has on campus allowing students to sew, cook, teach preschoolers, and observe students in the classroom is a great plus to EKU. The professors are so knowledgeable about what they are teaching their students; and with the smaller class sizes building relationships within the classroom with my peers as well as professors is something I cherish.
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Alex Bowman

EKU Family and Consumer Sciences Education Graduate
What I found surprising about the FCS education program at EKU was the variety of course work you get to take. As a Family and Consumer Sciences teacher you are required to be knowledgeable in many topics including child development, foods and nutrition, hospitality and tourism, and fashion and interior design. I was worried that I would not have a solid understanding of each area. However, through the program at EKU I became very well rounded. Earning a bachelors degree in family and consumer sciences has allowed me to work at my dream job. I love getting to do what…
EKU graduate Timothy Knight

Timothy Knight

EKU Global Hospitality & Tourism Student
The individualized caring attention and focus provided is something I never thought you could get at a University this size. Mrs. Seaman answered all of my questions and went through all of my scenarios to figure out the best schedule for me. I never felt rushed or like she had more people to get to even though I imagine she did.

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Related Programs

B.S. in Global Hospitality & Tourism

Common Job Titles: conference event/services manager, culinary food tour director, food service manager, lodging manager

Modalities: online

Credit Hours: 120

Certificate in Gastronomic Tourism

Common Job Titles: culinary food tour director, food service manager

Modalities: online

Credit Hours: 24

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Richmond, KY 40475

859-622-3445
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