Online Bachelor of Science in Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management
Turn your passion for people and travel into a career in a global industry. This online Bachelor of Science in tourism, hospitality and event management at Arizona State University prepares you to design and manage memorable guest experiences. You’ll build practical skills in customer experience, event planning, teamwork and leadership through real-world case studies and projects. Graduates are ready to pursue careers across hospitality, events, entertainment and related industries.
Quick facts
Next start date: 10/14/2026
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
What is tourism, hospitality and event management?
Will my diploma say ‘online’?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”
Online hospitality, tourism and event management courses
In this online hospitality, tourism and event management program, you’ll take courses that cover hotel and resort operations, event planning, food and beverage management, revenue optimization and guest services. You’ll use industry technologies and data analysis to improve performance while building leadership, service excellence and accessibility skills that prepare you for today’s global hospitality industry. Courses include:
The jobs you’ll be prepared for
With a degree in tourism, hospitality and event management, you’ll be prepared for careers across the industry. Graduates will be able to apply their skills in hotels and resorts, food and beverage operations, related marketing roles, tourism positions and more. Career paths include but are not limited to:
CEO
Event Planner
General Manager (GM)
Marketing Manager
Restaurant Manager
Learn from hospitality, tourism and event management experts
The impressive faculty in the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions inspire the next generation of public service leaders through real-world solutions to issues in areas such as child welfare, safety, city management, human trafficking and water scarcity. Faculty highlights include:
- Fellow of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences
- Fellow of the American Psychological Association
- Member of the National Academy of Public Administration
How to apply
first-year student
You’re considered a first-year student for application purposes if you’ve never attended college or have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
Nationally recognized public service programs
The Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions is a comprehensive public service college dedicated to addressing social problems through teaching, research and service. Our programs, which range from public policy and social work to criminal justice and emergency management, are designed to prepare graduates to make a difference in their communities.
#2
best graduate homeland security and emergency management programs, according to U.S. News & World Report
#2
in the U.S. and #7 in the world for hospitality, leisure, sport and tourism, according to the Center for World University Rankings
Top 5
Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report
Top 10
best online master's in criminal justice programs for veterans, according to U.S. News & World Report
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
