Details: Hospitality, Major

Hospitality

Program type: Major

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in hospitality from WSU's Barton School of Business prepares you for a career in creating exceptional guest experiences and leading hospitality organizations. Through an AACSB-accredited business education, hands-on learning and strong industry partnerships, you'll gain real-world experience while building skills employers value. Whether you're a first-year or transfer student, you'll have opportunities to build your resume, develop professional connections and the confidence to succeed in one of the world's fastest-growing service industries.

High school students entering this major may also be eligible to compete for some of Kansas' largest business scholarships.

Learn how hospitality is the right fit for you.

Members of the Barton School Hospitality Advisory Board seated around a conference table.
Success starts with the right connections. Wichita State's Hospitality Advisory Board brings accomplished executives and entrepreneurs together to help students turn their passion into extraordinary careers.

  • Applied learning at Wichita State

    At Wichita State, applied learning is everything. In fact, every degree we offer has a guaranteed applied learning or research experience built right into it equipping you with the relevant skills and experience to make you workforce ready before graduation.

  • Admission to the program

    To be admitted to the Barton School of Business, you must first be admitted to Wichita State.

    For WSU's admission requirements, and to apply, click the link below.

  • Curriculum

    The hospitality program will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed for successful management and leadership in all types of organizations. You'll take courses in leadership, customer experience, team building, real estate, effective communication, retail innovations — in addition to core business courses.

  • Careers

    A hospitality degree from Wichita State will give you the management and leadership skills that lead to successful careers in a wide range of fields, including guest relations, entertainment and leisure, event planning, food and beverage, tourism and guest relations.