What Can I Do With A Degree in.....
Advertising	Corporate Administration	Education
General Information	General Services	Government
Human Resources	Marketing	Publishing
Retail/Site Management	Special Events
Areas	Employers	Strategies
Advertising
Product Design/Illustration Media Planning and Development Public Relations Publicity/Promotion	Lodging: hotel, bed and breakfast, timeshares and campgrounds Destination Areas: amusement centers, theme parks and resorts Special event and festival organizations Entertainment industry: casinos, theaters and stadiums Leisure organizations: sporting clubs, recreation centers, fitness facilities, private and/or country clubs State, federal and local government: tourism offices, visitors bureaus, convention centers, and park systems Trade and Professional associations Public or private corporations and businesses Restaurants,dining clubs, taverns, and fast food operators Product of equipment suppliers and manufacturers Transportation/travel industry: airline, cruise companies, car rental agencies, travel agencies, airports, motor coach/tour carriers, and rapid transit (AMTRAK)	Gain competency in a variety of computer graphics programs Strive for excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills. Consider a public relations or marketing minor Take a part-time job in any area and move up Volunteer to advertise/promote events for parties, outings, and organizations Learn state, federal and local government job application process Attend conferences and trade shows, join student clubs and professional associations, attend field trips Include classes in marketing, promotions, advertising, public relations, and business Join student organizations in your field of study and join the publicity committee
Areas	Employers	Strategies
Corporate Administration
Property Acquisition and Development Legal Areas Research/Market Analysis Financial Relations	Lodging: hotel, bed and breakfast, timeshares and campgrounds Destination Areas: amusement centers, theme parks and resorts Entertainment industry: casinos, theaters and stadiums Food service: catering, schools, hospitals, military, concessions, and institutions Restaurants,dining clubs, taverns, and fast food operators Transportation/travel industry: airlines, cruise companies, car rental agencies, travel agencies, airports, motor coach/tour carriers, and rapid transit (AMTRAK) Leisure organizations: sporting clubs, recreation centers, fitness facilities, private and/or country club	Take courses in human relations, food service production, marketing, law, accounting, food/beverage controls, and resort management. Obtain a graduate degree in business or law Be prepared to work "up from the bottom" to gain industry experience. Attend conferences and professional association meetings Study the industry leaders and trends by reading trade journals Be willing to work or unusual hours and on holidays Gain an ability to make interpersonal and public speaking skills Be flexible geographically. Create a network of contacts for advancement gain experience working with budgets, details, and meeting deadlines, and supervising others
Areas	Employers	Strategies
Education
Teaching/Training Research	Lodging: hotel, bed and breakfast, timeshares and campgrounds Destination Areas: amusement centers, theme parks and resorts Entertainment industry: casinos, theaters and stadiums Food service: catering, schools, hospitals, military, concessions, and institutions Restaurants,dining clubs, taverns, and fast food operators State, federal and local government: tourism offices, visitors bureaus, convention centers, and park systems Trade and Professional associations Self-employment Colleges and universities	Possess objectivity, and inquiring mind, and and interest in working with both data and people Determine an area of expertise. Gain an in-depth knowledge of that industry, it's,leaders and tends by reading recent books, journal, and annual reports Obtain a degree in the subject you plan to teach or research. Learn writing and research skills Consider an graduate degree in research methods or a specialty of the trade Gain professional industry experience Attend and speak at conferences, trade shows and processional associations. Network in the industry for professional contacts
Areas	Employers	Strategies
General Services
Office Operations Reservations Purchasing Customer Service Travel Planning	Tour operators Historical, cultural and natural attractions Lodging: hotel, bed and breakfast, timeshares and campgrounds Reservation companies Destination Areas: amusement centers, theme parks and resorts Special event and festival organizations Entertainment industry: casinos, theaters and stadiums Food service: catering, schools, hospitals, military, concessions, and institutions Restaurants,dining clubs, taverns, and fast food operators Transportation/travel industry: airline, cruise companies, car rental agencies, travel agencies, airports, motor coach/tour carriers, and rapid transit (AMTRAK) Leisure organizations: sporting clubs, recreation centers, fitness facilities, private and/or country clubs State, federal and local government: tourism offices, visitors bureaus, convention centers, and park systems Self-employment	A high interest in working with the public and problem-solving is a must Start in reservations or telephone sales. Master the product line, learn to give excellent service Understand and use office machines and office systems in your area of expertise Serve as treasurer or financial officer of an organization Gain experience working with budgets Acquire supervisory skills and experience An orientation toward service and detail is necessary to succeed Learn state, federal and local government job application process
Areas	Employers	Strategies
Government
Community Relations Travel Information Tourism Bureaus	State, federal and local government: tourism offices, visitors bureaus, convention centers, special event and festival planning offices, historical, cultural, and parks/attractions Food service: catering, schools, hospitals, military, concessions, and institutions	Take classes in political science, government, social research methods, public policy, marketing, promotions, advertising, public relations and business Learn state, federal and local job application process Seek experience in customer service an planning Increase skills in public speaking. Learn about etiquette and social customs. Gain sales skills Learn grant writing skills Understand and office machines, systems and computers Save as treasurers or financial officer of an organization or secure experience with budgets
Areas	Employers	Strategies
Human Resources
Personnel Management Training Employee Support Services Recruitment Labor Relations Compensation and Benefits	Lodging: hotel, bed and breakfast, timeshares and campgrounds Destination Areas: amusement centers, theme parks and resorts Entertainment industry: casinos, theaters and stadiums Food service: catering, schools, hospitals, military, concessions, and institutions Restaurants,dining clubs, taverns, and fast food operators	take courses in labor relations, industrial psychology, personnel management, public speaking, organizational behavior, business communications, management, and law. Foreign language or human resources are good minors Gain experience in decision making, planning, budgeting, and personnel issues through an internship or co-op Be a leader in student organizations and professional associations plan to be flexible geographically
Areas	Employers	Strategies
Marketing
Product Development Market Research Communications General Sales Meeting and Convention Sales Incentive Travel Sales	Tour Operators Historical, cultural and natural attractions Lodging: hotel/motel, bed and breakfast, timeshares and campgrounds Reservation Companies Destination Areas: amusement centers, theme parks and resorts Special event and festival organizations Entertainment industry: casinos, theaters and stadiums Food Service: catering, schools, hospitals, military, concessions, and institutions Restaurants, dining clubs, taverns and fast food operators Equipment suppliers and manufacturers Transportation/travel industry: airlines, cruise companies, car rental agencies, travel agencies, airports, motor coach/tour carriers, and rapid transit (AMTRAK) Leisure organizations: sporting clubs, recreation centers, fitness facilities, private and/or country clubs State, federal and local government: tourism offices, visitors bureaus, convention centers, and park systems	Gain competency in a variety of computer programs. Gain experience in customer service and communications skills. Learn about geography and international travel regulations Strive for excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills. Consider a foreign language or business minor Take a part-time job in any area and move up Attend conferences and trade shows, join student clubs and professional associations, attend field trips Take classes in marketing, promotions, advertising, public relations, and business Start in reservations or telephone sales. Learn the product line, deal with travel agents and the customer. Work in a major city port like Los Angeles, Miami, or New York Learn state, federal and local government job application process
Areas	Employers	Strategies
Publishing
Guides Journals Books News Writing/Editing	Self-employment Newspapers, magazines and trade journals Tour operators State, federal and local government: tourism offices and visitors bureaus	experiencing in living abroad. Gain understanding of world history, geography, and international travel regulations Study and gain in-depth knowledge of the industry trends Consider a journalism minor. Learn writing skills. Emphasize research methods and computer skills. Learn to be objective Work for your student newspaper,write for student organization newsletters, or work in publications areas at your college Practice giving attention to detail and meeting deadlines Learn about etiquette and social customs
Areas	Employers	Strategies
Retail/Site Management
Property Management Facility Management Rooms Management Beverage Management Kitchen Management Production Management	Historical, cultural and natural attractions Lodging: hotel, bed and breakfast, timeshares and campgrounds Destination Areas: amusement centers, theme parks and resorts Special event and festival organizations Entertainment industry: casinos, theaters and stadiums Food service: catering, schools, hospitals, military, concessions, and institutions Restaurants,dining clubs, taverns, and fast food operators Leisure organizations: sporting clubs, recreation centers, fitness facilities, private and/or country clubs Self employment	Develop strong foundation in food service, administration and customer service. Courses in communications, marketing, management, law, accounting, and food and beverage controls are a must Gain an ability to make quick and independent decisions Check the placement office, faculty members,and professional organizations for employment leads. Create a network in the industry to establish contacts for advancement Take leadership roles in student organizations Gain experience working budgets
Areas	Employers	Strategies
Special Events
Convention Center/Trade Shows Planning Entertainment/Event Planning Activities Planning Recreation Manager Convention Services Management	Lodging: hotel, bed and breakfast, timeshares and campgrounds Destination Areas: amusement centers, theme parks and resorts Special event and festival organizations Entertainment industry: casinos, theaters and stadiums Cruise Companies Leisure organizations: sporting clubs, recreation centers, fitness facilities, private and/or country clubs State, federal and local government: tourism offices, visitors bureaus, convention centers, and park systems Trade and Professional associations Public or private corporations and businesses	Gain ability to make quick and independent decisions. Prepare interpersonal and pubic speaking skills. Be creative, have good planning and organizational skills Gain experience through planning activities/events for civic/community organizations and professional marketing Include classes in marketing, promotions, commercial recreation, activity planning, resort management, advertising, public relations, and business Learn how to do fundraising Gain experience working with budgets Learn state, federal and local government job application process
General Information	General Information	General Information
Obtain volunteer, part-time, summer internship and/or co-op experience Bachelor's degree qualifies fro entry-level positions Master's degree qualifies for community college teaching and advancement in industry and government Ph.D. is required for advanced research or teaching positions in colleges and universities and senior positions in government	Join professional organizations such as The National Tour Association, The American Hotel and Motel Association or the National Restaurant Association It may be necessary to move around geologically to get promotions ]Obtain computer experience	Develop strong communications and customer service skills Be prepared to "work your way up from the bottom" Be willing to work on weekends, holidays, evenings, and long and unusual hours

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