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For Hospitality and Tourism Programs — and top five in the world — ranked by ShanghaiRanking.

1.9M
New Jobs

In leisure and hospitality will be created in the U.S. by 2031.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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Degree Programs

The Rosen College of Hospitality Management advances research and industry expertise across hospitality, event management, entertainment management and tourism. Visit hospitality.ucf.edu to learn more.

“[UCF’s] location in Central Florida gives students an edge.”

– YunYing “Susan” Zhong, lifestyle community management program director

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Our faculty and researchers are focused on enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery and innovation.

The wine, beer and spirits industry generated $78.3 billion in revenue in 2022 — making it a major sector within the events, hospitality and restaurant industry. At UCF, students learn from industry experts like Jonathan Judy to understand this field from supply chain to pairing with food.

Jonathan Judy

The Science of Beer Brewing

Jonathan Judy, senior instructor, specializes in culinary and beverage management and teaches students about beer, from its origins to brewing.

Kathy Li

UCF has provided me with countless opportunities to grow and experience the hospitality industry.”

Kevin Joralemon

Kevin Joralemon ’17

Bachelor’s in hospitality management

“The professors provide students with an overview of everything that goes into running a theme park, from operations, marketing, human resources, strategy, information technology and more.”

Joralemon is senior analyst of global strategy at Universal Destinations and Experiences.


Kristina (Santiago) Lavallee

Kristina (Santiago) Lavallee ’13

Bachelor’s in hospitality management

Bachelor’s in restaurant and food service management

“Rosen College helped me learn the business side of baking.”

Lavallee is owner of The Cake Girl, a bakery in Tampa, Florida, that has been recognized across the state and nation.

Rosen College of Hospitality Degrees

There are many benefits to taking a more proactive approach to choosing a career. The Rosen College of Hospitality Management has curriculum and programs to help you land your next opportunity.

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Hotelier, Philanthropist Harris Rosen ‘Left an Incredible Mark’ on UCF, Central Florida
Rosen — who was in influential in Central Florida’s hospitality industry and whose generosity helped to create the UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management —…
Colleges & Campus
UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management Continues to Set the Standard in Global Hospitality Education
For the fifth year in a row, UCF ranks No. 1 in the nation for its hospitality management and tourism program.
Colleges & Campus
UCF Recognizes Nine Top Faculty at 2024 Luminary Awards
The honor is designed to recognize some of UCF’s brightest stars who shine a positive light on UCF and in their respective fields.

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