Investigates salient professional and industry issues within the Hospitality and Events Management field. The topics and course design vary to allow exploration of areas of current concern, such as tourism in a particular geographical region or cultural contect. Classes typically require field trips, occasional overnight participation, day excursions, conferences, and a combination of hands-on assignments. Students achieve course learning objectives through class lectures, interactions with professional practitioners, field trips, and other experiential learning opportunities. [ 3 credits ]