Title: History of the Hospitality Industry

Description: The history of the hospitality industry dates all the way back to the Colonial Period in the late 1700s. Things have changed quite a bit since then; the hospitality industry has experienced significant development over the years as it has faced World Wars, the Depression and various social changes. The industry as we know it today began to take form in the early 1950s and 60s, leading the way for growth into the dynamic industry we know today. The goal of this lesson is to understand the factors that influenced the development of the hospitality industry.

Title: Key Hospitality Terms and Historical Concepts

Description: Several hospitality terms and concepts used today originated in the middle ages. The goal of this lesson is to introduce students to key terms and historical concepts in the Hospitality Industry.

Title: Careers in the Hospitality Industry

Description: The Hospitality Industry offers a wide array of exciting job opportunities. The goal of this lesson is to introduce students to the myriad of career opportunities that exist in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry and to help guide students in choosing any such career.

Title: Hospitality Marketing and Sales

Description: This presentation provides the learner with an understanding of the Marketing and Sales process for hospitality, using Marriott as an example.