Author: Dennis R. Reynolds Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1119326273 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 40
Book Description
The hospitality industry's rapid evolution provides career-seekers with tremendous opportunity–and unique challenges. Changes in the global economy, rising interest in ecotourism, the influence of internet commerce, and a myriad of other trends contribute to the dynamic nature of this exciting field. Introduction to Hospitality Management presents a thorough overview of historical perspectives, current trends, and real-world practices. Coverage of bar and restaurant management, hotel and lodging operations, travel and tourism, and much more gives students a comprehensive analysis of this rewarding field. Focusing on practicality, this text presents real-world examples of traditional methods alongside insightful discussions surrounding changes in consumer demands and key issues affecting the industry. The industry’s multifaceted nature lends itself to broad exploration, and this text provides: Clear guidance through topics related to foodservice operations, convention management, meeting planning, casino and gaming management, leadership and staffing, financial and business models, and promotion and marketing Emphasis on career planning and job placement strategies, giving students a head start in charting their future in hospitality A combination of Drs. Reynolds and Barrows’ two leading textbooks, Introduction to Management in the Hospitality Industry and Introduction to the Hospitality Industry, into one cohesive, comprehensive edition Substantial coverage of internet commerce and marketing Case studies, including actual interviews with industry professionals, to reinforce primary learning objectives and build critical thinking skills An emphasize on real-world skills and practical methods employed by management professionals Methods to prepare students for job placement in multiple areas of the hospitality and tourism industry Introduction to Hospitality Management is an essential text for students learning about, or with an interest in, the hospitality industry. Written in a clear and accessible style, this important book leaves readers with a strong grasp of the topics and trends most important to a career in the hospitality industry
Author: Robert A. Brymer Publisher: ISBN: 9781792454455 Category : Hospitality industry Languages : en Pages : 428
Book Description
This long-standing successful book introduces many of the "must know" topics important to hospitality, within a traditional business framework. It also provides readers with a snapshot of a wide variety of industry career paths, an attribute not found in other books. The goal is to provide a broad-brush survey approach to the hospitality industry, while offering the information needed to help students proceed into more advanced courses and readings. This text explores the topics that separate hospitality from other fields of study--Publisher.
Author: Tom Powers Publisher: Wiley ISBN: 9780471208792 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 100
Book Description
The revised edition of the classic introductory volume to the hospitality industry Introduction to the Hospitality Industry covers all aspects of the business, from individual roles to operational issues. This extensively revised Fifth Edition continues to set itself apart with: * A new, full-color interior design * New and revised Internet exercises * More than 70 figures and tables * Over 120 photographs from a diverse cross section of hospitality spots around the world * Case histories * Global hospitality notes and industry practice notes * Chapter review questions The authors' accessible treatment of the material makes it easy for students to gain a clear understanding of the size and scope of this expanding industry. Introduction to the Hospitality Industry, Fifth Edition is the perfect beginning for students interested in a career in the hospitality sector. Visit the accompanying Web site at www.wiley.com/college
Author: Thomas F. Powers Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 552
Book Description
The updated edition of this classic introductory textbook. Accompanied by NRAEF student workbook for use in its ProMgmt. certificate program, this book offers a comprehensive treatment of the entire hospitality industry, thoroughly updated to reflect the latest trends in the hospitality, foodservice, and travel/tourism industries. It provides learning objectives, summaries, review questions, and key terms concepts, along with real-life case histories.
Author: Martin G. Jagels Publisher: John Wiley and Sons ISBN: 0471687898 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 610
Book Description
The success of every business in the hospitality industry depends on maximizing revenues and minimizing costs. Hospitality Man-agement Accounting, Ninth Edition continues its time-tested presentation of fundamental concepts and analytical techniques that are essential to taking control of real-world accounting systems, evaluating current and past operations, and effectively managing finances toward increased profits. This accessible Ninth Edition offers hands-on coverage of computer applications and practical decision-making skills to successfully prepare readers for the increasingly complex and competitive hospitality industry.
Author: & Lodging Association American Hotel & Lodging Association Publisher: Educational Institute ISBN: 9780133458527 Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
The Hospitality and Tourism Management Program has been designed to help students develop and practice performing the knowledge, skills, and tasks required for success as an employee in the hospitality and tourism industry. Features Throughout the Book: Pineapple Fun Fact Boxes: Pineapple Fun Fact boxes will highlight interesting facts about the hospitality and tourism industry. ADA Boxes: ADA boxes will highlight how federal requirements determine what the hospitality and tourism industry must do to meet the needs of guests with disabilities. Green Practices Boxes: Green Practices boxes will highlight the benefits of running a sustainable green hospitality and tourism business. Diversity Boxes: Diversity boxes will highlight the ways in which diversity affects the hospitality and tourism industry.
Author: Kaye Sung Chon Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1136379282 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 303
Book Description
Help students succeed now and in the future in any aspect of the hospitality field! Hospitality Management Education focuses on the academic aspect of hospitality--the mechanisms of hospitality education programs, their missions, their constituents, and the outcomes of their efforts. This book examines why people study hospitality management, the vast opportunities the field offers, and ways to best prepare students for a career in the industry or in academia. Within Hospitality Management Education, you'll find exhibits, figures, tables, and insight into innovative practice methods that will strengthen your skills as an educator and contributor to the growing success of this discipline. Containing research and first-hand accounts, Hospitality Management Education offers you insight into qualities and strategies that make educators or employees effective and successful in the industry. You'll find useful information to help you better prepare students and enhance your teaching skills, such as: understanding the history and advances of hospitality management education during the past 75 years stressing the difference between the hospitality industry and other industries to help prospective hospitality students understand the unique rigors of hospitality examining degree programs in the United Kingdom, Australia, and the United States to identify common global teaching trends, differences, and program outcomes enhancing student learning and education programs by linking academic hospitality programs to industry through internships, involvement with industry associations, and advisory councils assuring quality in academic programs through accreditation, certification, outside peer reviews, outside reviews by the industry, and administrative reviews of the faculty preparing for a professional academic career through strategic career planning, networking, and targeting hospitality programs Hospitality Management Education discusses educational trends as a whole over the past decade to give you insight into future directions of hospitality such as increased specialization, growing numbers of faculty, more funding, and increased academic focus on research and scholarship. In this valuable volume, you'll find methods and suggestions that will make you a more knowledgeable and effective educator!
Author: David K. Hayes Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1119790778 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 482
Book Description
REVENUE MANAGEMENT FOR THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY Explore intermediate and advanced topics in the field of revenue management with this up-to-date guide In the newly revised second edition of Revenue Management for the Hospitality Industry, an accomplished team of industry professionals delivers a comprehensive and insightful review of hospitality pricing and revenue optimization strategies. The book offers realistic industry examples from hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality industry segments that use differential pricing as a major revenue management tool. The authors discuss concepts critical to the achievement of hospitality professionals’ revenue management goals and include new examinations of the growing importance of effective data collection and management. A running case study helps students learn how to incorporate the revenue management principles and strategies included in the book’s 14 chapters. Written for students with some prior knowledge and understanding of the hospitality industry, the new edition also includes: A brand-new chapter on data analysis and revenue management that addresses many of the most important data and technology-related developments in the field, including the management of big data, data safety, and data security In-depth discussions of revenue management topics including Net Revenue Per Available Room, Direct Revenue Ratio, and other KPIs Major changes to the book’s instructor support materials and an expansion of the instructor’s test bank items and student exercises. An indispensable resource for students taking courses in hospitality management or business administration, Revenue Management for the Hospitality Industry, Second Edition is also ideal for managers and executives in the hospitality industry.
Author: Frans Melissen Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1000038157 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 369
Book Description
Hospitality Experience offers students an exciting introduction to key aspects of hospitality management. The authors provide a refreshing focus on how hospitality experiences can be created and managed successfully. With a comprehensive overview of the hospitality industry, the textbook familiarizes students with the basics of hospitality management and offers analysis as well as cases and practical examples. Designed primarily for entry-level students at all levels, the book will also be of interest to professionals working in the business.
Author: Peter Jones Publisher: Burns & Oates ISBN: 9780304329021 Category : Food service management Languages : en Pages : 262
Book Description
This book examines the whole of the hospitality industry and the way in which it operates. Part A examines and explores the accommodation industry, and Part B focuses on the foodservice industry. It is invaluable for students of a range of courses.
Author: Dennis R. Reynolds
Author: Robert A. Brymer
Author: Tom Powers
Author: Thomas F. Powers
Author: Martin G. Jagels
Author: & Lodging Association American Hotel & Lodging Association
Author: Kaye Sung Chon
Author: David K. Hayes
Author: Frans Melissen
Author: Peter Jones