B.S. in Hospitality Management

Combine your work experience with an education that opens doors to leadership positions.

By studying hospitality management at K-State Olathe, you have the benefit of living and working in Kansas City while earning a bachelor of science degree to advance your career.

Degree Program Webinar | Nov. 20

Join us on Zoom at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 20 for a 30-minute, in-depth look at this bachelor's degree completion program. Questions are welcome.

$341.42 per credit hour*

120 credit hours

Scholarships available

*This estimate is for illustrative purposes only. This number is for in-person courses at the K-State Olathe campus and does not include any course, department or college fees; online fees; and also my vary depending on your transfer hours, course choices and your academic progress.

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Connect with Nicole, your student success coach for this program. She can answer your questions about the application process, classes, scholarships, careers and more.

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If you're ready to become a student at K-State Olathe, complete the application documents in the link below. We're here if you have questions.

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Program Details

The K-State Olathe B.S. in Hospitality Management program is a bachelor's completion degree program. Our ACPHA accredited program affords you the opportunity to stay in KC, work in KC and earn your degree in KC.

To earn your bachelor's degree from K-State, students need to complete 120 total credit hours. The first 60 credits are earned from one of our community college partners in Greater Kansas City. The remaining 60 credits are earned from K-State — 18 hours are face-to-face at K-State Olathe and 42 hours are online through the K-State Online.

This flexible program is tailored to the Greater Kansas City region. Students can customize their degree to match their career goals by working in an area that leads to a rewarding career in the hospitality industry.

Program Features

Program Advantages

Curriculum

The curriculum is designed to prepare working professionals in the hospitality industry to become better leaders and managers in lodging, restaurants, clubs, conference centers, event spaces, sales and human resources. A systems approach to hospitality management will be explored in the curriculum and 900 hours of hands-on experience is required.

This bachelor's degree completion completion program includes a business minor.

See what courses the Olathe campus offers and download course documents.

Course topics

Course delivery

Some courses are offered in person and other courses are offered online. In-person classes meet once a week at the K-State Olathe campus. Online options through K-State Olathe campus also will be used. Most courses are 16 weeks in length.

Career Pathways

With a bachelor's degree, graduates can climb the ranks of management through director to general manager in a wide variety of settings.

Potential career settings include:

Positions in these settings include:

Faculty

Scholarships for this Program

New students who are admitted to the Personal Financial Planning or Hospitality Management bachelor's degree programs at K-State Olathe for the Fall 2025 semester may be eligible for a scholarship. Priority will be given to students based on their admitted date and will be awarded while funds remain available. These scholarships are non-renewable. Email Student Services to apply.

View all scholarships available at K-State Olathe.

Student Spotlight

Learn why Myron Peterson wanted to earn his degree after working in the hospitality industry for years without one.

Meet Myron

FAQ

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Admissions Guide

Admissions requirements are outlined in the link below.

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Campus Options

The B.S. in Hospitality Management program is offered at both K-State's Manhattan and Olathe campuses.

At K-State's Olathe campus, you can complete your undergraduate degree with Kansas City as your backdrop and a combination of in-person and online courses.

If you're interested in a more traditional student experience, our Manhattan campus also offers a B.S. in Hospitality Management.

Manhattan campus program

Contact Us

Nicole Bedard
Student Success Coach
913-307-7373
olathetransfer@k-state.edu

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Hospitality Management Bachelor's Degree