Hospitality & Tourism
Welcome to the exciting world of hospitality and tourism. We are the country's second-largest employer, second only to the government, and we generate over $1 trillion annually to the U.S. economy. As an industry, we are projected to add over 800,000 new jobs through 2033. This represents exciting and financially rewarding careers with unlimited upward mobility for you!
This industry encompasses a broad range of careers that appeal to everyone. In addition to restaurants and hotels, our graduates can have careers in tourist attractions, casinos, country clubs, and event venues. There is a career for all interests!
Work experience coupled with formal education from A-B Tech provides a fast-track opportunity to become a manager running such businesses. You can travel the country and the world while earning an excellent salary and benefits.
We are the host for when people want to have a good time. Whether it is a wedding, a vacation, or people celebrating a birthday, we provide an excellent guest experience and make great money doing so.
If you enjoy being around people, having fun for a career, overseeing that people are having a good time, and making good money, the hospitality industry just might be for you!
Core Skills
The following Core Skills are necessary for success in these occupations.
- Service Orientation - Enjoying helping people
- Leadership - Guiding the people in your company to achieve a common goal
- Financial Success - Making a profit for the owners of the company
- Multi-Tasking - being able to complete many different job requirements at once
- Communication - providing clear directions for both customers and staff
Fields of Study in Hospitality & Tourism