The Global Club Management and Leadership major is student focused, industry driven, guided by best practices and a global perspective. You will receive a unique personalized experience every step of the way along your academic journey. The industry engagement, global internships and student activities for this major will literally change your world and your future.
Students in this major earn a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management with a major in Global Club Management and Leadership.
Curriculum
Students are advised to reach out to their academic advisor to determine which curriculum they are subject to:
Prerequisites
Prerequisite Coursework (12 hours)
The following course must be completed with a C minus or better:
Course | Description | Hours |
MAC 1105 | College Algebra | 3 |
HFT 1000 | Introduction to Hospitality | 3 |
ECO 2013 or ECO 2023 |
Principles of Macroeconomics or Principles of Microeconomics |
3 |
CGS 2100 or CGS 2518 |
Microcomputer Applications for Business or Spreadsheets for Business |
3 |
Note: State-wide common prerequisites are always under review. For the most current information and for acceptable alternative courses, visit the “Common Prerequisites Manual.” This is available from the “Student Services” section of http://www.flvc.org.
Requirements for Progression to the Upper-Division Major
- Completion of at least 52 semester hours
- A cumulative FSU grade point average of at least 2.0 on all college work attempted
- Satisfactory completion of all required prerequisite coursework
- Successful completion of 1st & 2nd GE English and 1st & 2nd GE Math coursework
- HFT 1000 is not required, but highly recommended, for transfer students prior to admission
Requirements
Major Program of Study (40 hours)
Community college courses may not be substituted for 3000/4000 level courses. All courses must be completed with a grade of C minus or better and a minimum GPA of 2.00 in courses used to satisfy the major requirements.
Computer Skills Competency
No additional hours needed beyond prerequisites (CGS 2100 or CGS 2518).
Oral Communication Competency (3 hours beyond major coursework)
Students must demonstrate the ability to orally transmit ideas and information clearly. This requirement may be met through with a University approved college-level course.
Dedman College of Hospitality - ALL Majors (12 hours)
Course | Description | Hours |
HFT 3424 | Hospitality Financial Analysis | 3 |
HFT 4502 | Integrated Marketing for Hospitality | 3 |
HFT 4224 | Hospitality Leadership and Ethics | 3 |
HFT 3941* | Internship | 3-12 |
*All majors must complete a minimum of 3 hours of HFT 3941 (Internship). Students must have a total of 12 credit hours between HFT 3941 and elective requirements. Students may complete additional credit hours (up to 12) and use them as substitutes for elective requirements. This means that if the max of 12 hours are put towards HFT 3941, 0 hours of electives are required under major coursework.
Major Coursework (28 hours)
Course | Description | Hours |
HFT 1350 | Golf for Business and Life | 1 |
HFT 3100 | Introduction to Global Club Management | 3 |
HFT 3101 | Global Club Operations and Governance | 3 |
HFT 3104 | Member Engagement and Events | 3 |
HFT 3806 | Introduction to Food & Beverage Management | 3 |
HFT 4802 | Catering Management | 3 |
HFT or LEI | Elective | 3 |
HFT or LEI | Elective | 3 |
HFT or LEI | Elective | 3 |
Electives
Majors must have a total of 9 credit hours between HFT 3941 and elective requirements. Students can complete additional credit hours of HFT 3941 and use them as substitutes for elective requirements.
Major Program Summary
Minimum Program Requirements | ||
General Education | 36* | |
Prerequisite | 12* | |
College Core | 12 | |
Major Program of Study | 28 | |
Minor** | 0 | |
Computer Skills | 0 (beyond prerequisites) | |
Oral Competency | 0-3 | |
Electives† | No. to bring total to 120 | |
Total Hours Required | 120 |
*Some prerequisite courses may also be counted as part of General Education requirements.
**Students may not pursue a minor in hospitality management if they are pursuing a major in hospitality & tourism management or a major in global club management & leadership. Students are also prohibited from pursuing a second major in hospitality and tourism management if they are pursuing a major in global club management & leadership.
†In addition to the HFT / LEI electives offered, includes any approved courses across the university.
Mapping
Mapping is FSU’s academic advising and monitoring system. Academic progress is monitored each Fall and Spring semester to ensure that students are on course to earn their degree in a timely fashion. Transfer students must meet mapping guidelines to be accepted into their majors. You may view the map for this major here.
Additional Information/Requirements
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Global Club Management and Leadership majors must complete 6 months of approved internship. Internships must be approved by Danielle DiBattista (dibattista@dedman.fsu.edu).
2. Global Club Management and Leadership majors are required to complete a Global Component to include one of the following: International Internship, Study Abroad Experience with FSU International Programs, a Domestic Internship with a Multinational Corporation, or the completion of a Global Citizenship Certificate.
3. Attendance and/or participation in a minimum of 6 industry events is required. These may include but are not limited to: Club Managers Association of American (CMAA) National Student Conference, CMAA World Conference, PGA Merchandise Show, CMAA FSU Student Chapter Club Tour Events, and FSU Dedman College Leadership Summit.
4. Global Club Management and Leadership majors are required to be members of the Club Management Association of America upon being formally admitted to major.
5. Global Club Management and Leadership majors are required to complete a digital capstone portfolio that includes internship documentation, CMAA involvement, industry engagement and activities, international experience, an internship reflection essay, and work-related photos.
6. In addition to the requirements outlined above, each student must complete all University-wide requirements for graduation. These requirements include CoreFSU requirements, the summer school requirement, the FSU residency requirement, and total hours requirements.
7. Students needing elective hours to satisfy the University 120 total hours requirement are encouraged to take additional courses from the list of hospitality electives that are taught in the Dedman College beyond the semester hours required.
8. Not all courses are taught every semester. It is crucial that students work with their Dedman College academic advisor to plan their future course schedules to ensure timely degree completion.
9. The college offers several international opportunities for students including study abroad, global exchanges, and international internships. Students can learn more here.
10. Students must not enroll in any course at another institution without first receiving approval from the Dedman College. Once enrolled at FSU, students should plan to take their courses at FSU. Any exception to this policy must be approved in advance by the Dedman College. Transfer of upper-level Hospitality courses completed prior to enrolling at FSU must be from other 4-year, accredited institutions. These courses must be individually approved for course substitution by the Dedman College upon entering FSU. At least half of the major course semester hours must be completed in residence at this University.
11. For information about Dedman College scholarships, click here.
Careers
Salary Information
For more information visit the National Association of Colleges and Employers or the Occupational Outlook Handbook provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Representative Job Titles Related to this Major
General Manager, Food and Beverage Director, Corporate Financial Analyst, Director of Special Events, CFO, Resort Manager, Global Marketing Manager, Group Sales Manager, Membership Director, Recreation Director, Merchandise/Buyer Manager, Club Industry Data Analyst, Club Controller, Health and Wellness Director
Representative Employers
private country clubs, international hotels, resorts, private yacht clubs, private dining clubs, private city clubs, international golf management companies