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Hospitality, Events & Tourism

Nichols’ BSBA in Hospitality, Events, & Tourism will prepare you for the working world with hands-on experiential learning and a carefully crafted curriculum that covers all aspects of the hospitality industry. No matter what kind of business you choose to enter, you’ll have the knowledge and skills necessary to make it in the competitive realm of hospitality. Our specialized focus on career readiness transforms today’s students into tomorrow’s leaders. As of July 2021, The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that there are 10.1 million open positions in the accommodation and food service industry. These jobs call for leaders who thrive on social interaction and excel in collaborative problem-solving. The demand is only growing, and the industry needs fresh voices from transformative students like you. 

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Etiquette Dinner

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Published on November 18, 2022

The Etiquette Dinner that is hosted by the Career and Professional Development Center was held on Tuesday, November 8th. At this dinner, students are met with two table hosts, one internal host from Nichols and one external host from the …

By Cristen McSweeney
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Grad’s Guide to Kickstarting Your Career: Top jobs, cities and industries

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2023 Guide to Kickstarting Your Career: The top jobs, industries and cities to launch your professional journey
Brush up on your skills

What are entry-level employers looking for in new hires? Beyond the minimum requirements for each particular job — coursework …

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  •  Attention to Detail 
  • Communication 
  • Time Management 
  • Flexibility  
  • Strategy and Innovation  
  • Customer Service Skills 
  • Networking Skills  

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Contact & Location

Phone
508-213-2489
Email
cpdc@nichols.edu
Address

Fels Student Center, Suite 201
121 Center Road
PO Box 5000
Dudley, MA 01571

CPDC Service Hours

Monday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm