Global Club Management & Leadership

Prerequisite Coursework (12 hours)

The following course must be completed with a C minus or better:

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

1. Completion of at least 52 semester hours
2. A cumulative FSU grade point average of at least 2.0 on all college work attempted
3. Satisfactory completion of all required prerequisite coursework
4. Successful completion of 1st & 2nd GE English and 1st & 2nd GE Math coursework
5. HFT 1000 is not required, but highly recommended, for transfer students prior to admission

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.

Lower-Division Requirement (3 hours)

HFT 1000 (3) Introduction to Hospitality. This course is a Term 4 milestone. Transfer students must complete it in their first term of enrollment at FSU.

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 (15 hours)

*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 (25 hours)

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.

Full List of Electives

*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.

^†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.

Remarks

1. Courses taken at a Community College may not be substituted for 3000/4000 level courses.
2. A minimum of 45 hours at the 3000 level or above, at least 30 of which must be taken at this University.
3. At least half of the major course semester hours must be completed in residence at this University.
4. After enrolling at this University, all remaining major course requirements must be completed at this University.
5. The final 30 hours must be completed in residence at this University.
6. Global Club Management and Leadership majors are required to complete 6 months of approved internship. Internship requirements can be completed with two 3-month placements or one 6-month placement.
7. 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 or Center for Global Engagement, a Domestic Internship with a Multinational Corporation, or the completion of a Global Citizenship Certificate that is awarded by the Center for Global Engagement.
8. Attendance and/or participation in a minimum of 6 industry events is required. These may include but are not limited to: Club Management Association of America (CMAA) National Student Conference, CMAA World Conference, PGA Merchandise Show, CMAA FSU Student Chapter Club Tour Events, and FSU Dedman School Leadership Summit.
9. Global Club Management and Leadership majors are required to be members of the Club Management Association of America upon being formally admitted to the major.
10. Global Club Management majors complete a graduation portfolio requirement that includes internship documentation, CMAA involvement, industry engagement and activities, international experience, reflection essay, work action photos, and best practices.

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