The School
of Business at University of Phoenix, a subsidiary of Apollo
Education Group (Nasdaq:
APOL), today announced the launch of two new programs for
individuals interested in pursuing hospitality careers, or those
currently employed in the industry. The new Associate
of Arts degree program with a concentration in Hospitality
Fundamentals and corresponding Hospitality
Fundamentals Certificate are aligned with the American
Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute® (AHLEI) curriculum and
standards1.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the leisure and hospitality
sector is expected to increase by more than 1.2 million jobs from 2012
to 20222.
“Curriculum aligned with industry standards can help employers better
assess candidates’ qualifications and help current and prospective
hospitality employees understand the skills necessary to move up in the
industry,” said Scott Chapman, vice president, training and development,
American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute. “AHLEI is pleased to be
working with University of Phoenix to provide industry-aligned
curriculum and programs that help prepare students with the necessary
skills to immediately begin working and growing in this dynamic
industry.”
The Hospitality Fundamentals associate degree and certificate program
help prepare students to sit for two AHLEI certifications: Certified
Guest Service Professional (CGSP®) and Certified
Hospitality Supervisor (CHS®). The certificate can be pursued as a
standalone program or earned en route to an associate degree. The
associate degree program can also ladder directly to a Bachelor of
Science degree in Business.
“The Hospitality Fundamentals programs were designed to help current and
prospective hospitality employees meet the increasing demand for
qualified professionals in the sector,” said Ruth Veloria, executive
dean, University of Phoenix School of Business. “The programs are
reflective of the University’s commitment to align curriculum with
industry needs and create laddered programs to help professionals
achieve milestones and qualify for roles with increasing
responsibilities as they continue to pursue education.”
University
of Phoenix® School of Business offers associate, bachelor’s and
master’s degree programs that prepare students to be creative problem
solvers for the new economy. The School of Business also offers
non-degree programs, including certificates, individual courses and
non-credit professional development. Many of these offerings also ladder
to University of Phoenix degree programs. Doctoral programs are
available through the School
for Advanced Studies. To learn more about University of Phoenix
School of Business programs, visit www.phoenix.edu/business.
About University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix is constantly innovating to help working adults
move efficiently from education to careers in a rapidly changing world.
Flexible schedules, relevant and engaging courses, and interactive
learning can help students more effectively pursue career and personal
aspirations while balancing their busy lives. As a subsidiary of Apollo
Education Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: APOL), University of Phoenix serves a
diverse student population, offering associate, bachelor’s, master’s and
doctoral degree programs from campuses and learning centers across the
U.S. as well as online throughout the world. For more information, visit www.phoenix.edu.
1 For more information about each of these programs,
including on-time completion rates, the median debt incurred by students
who completed the program and other important information, please visit:
phoenix.edu/programs/gainful-employment.
2 Bureau of Labor Statistics: U.S. Department of Labor.
Industry employment and output projections to 2022. Retrieved Nov. 24,
2014, from http://www.bls.gov/opub/mlr/2013/article/industry-employment-and-output-projections-to-2022-1.htm.
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