The first-year curriculum for the Hospitality Management & Tourism program is carefully designed to lay a solid foundation in the field, focusing on theoretical knowledge and practical skills. In the first semester, students begin with general or academic English based on their proficiency, learn about ICT systems, explore Uzbek history, and dive into the essentials of the tourism and hospitality industry, including operations and customer service.

The second semester advances with English for Tourism and Hospitality, further language skills in German, and specific courses on housekeeping, restaurant and bar services, and guest services, capped off with an industry internship. This comprehensive approach ensures students are well-prepared for success in their future studies and careers.

In the second year of the Hospitality Management & Tourism program, students deepen their knowledge and skills with a curriculum designed to explore the industry's intricacies. The first semester covers Information Systems for the Travel Industry, Ethics and Social Responsibility, Culinary Fundamentals (both theory and practical aspects), advanced language skills with Second Language 2 (German 2), Human Resource Management in Tourism and Hospitality, Introduction to Events and Meeting Planning, and Global Tourism and Hospitality.

The second semester further advances with Contemporary Issues in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Rooms Division Supervision, Food and Beverage Supervision, an in-depth look at the Uzbek Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Special Interest and Niche Tourism, further language proficiency with Second Language 3 (German 3), Strategic Marketing in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry, and an Industry Internship to gain practical experience.

For the third year, the Hospitality Management & Tourism program shifts focus towards specialized knowledge and management skills. The first semester covers Tourism and Hospitality Law, Facilities Management, Food and Beverage Management, Project Management, Finance in Tourism and Hospitality, and Managing Technology in the Hospitality Industry.

The second semester includes Tourism Planning, Development & Management, Business Strategy for Tourism and Hospitality, Entrepreneurship in the sector, Managing Events, Managerial Decision-Making, conducting business in Uzbek (O'zbek Tilida Ish Yuritish), and an industry internship for hands-on experience.

In the fourth and final year of the Hospitality Management & Tourism program, students engage deeply with advanced topics and research. The first semester focuses on academic research and writing with a capstone project, exploring current trends and innovation, crisis management, and quality management in the industry, along with two non-technical electives.

The second semester culminates the program with a second part of the capstone project, focusing on dissertation work, and intensive courses on supervisory and management practices within the tourism and hospitality industry.

Career Pathways:
Our graduates find success in accommodation management, event planning, destination management, and beyond. Partnerships with industry leaders like Hilton International offer unparalleled internship and job opportunities.

As a graduate of our Hospitality Management & Tourism program, you will be well-prepared for exciting career opportunities in various sectors of the industry, including:

• Hotel Management
• Restaurant Management
• Event Management
• Tourism Development and Promotion
• Travel Agencies and Tour Operations
• Customer Service in Hospitality
• Resort and Spa Management
• Tourism Marketing and Sales

Dual Degree Advantage:

Earn both a CAU degree and a certification from HTMi Switzerland, enhancing your educational profile without extra exams and opening doors to global career opportunities.