education

Hospitality industry members may take advantage of numerous educational programs. Whether offered by MHLA or other statewide or national organizations, these conferences, seminars and training sessions are opportunities to learn and build profitability.

American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute   Address: 2113 North High Street     Lansing   MI   48906      Phone:   800.344.4381    800.344.4381 Fax:  517.372.5141   Hospitality Management textbooks from the Educational Institute (EI) feature content built upon industry-defined competencies. You learn the knowledge and skills that industry professionals have identified as important for on-the-job success. The EI certificates earned ensure instant recognition when applying for a job in the hospitality industry. Employers know that those who have completed EI’s hospitality management courses are well prepared to handle supervisory responsibilities and become a valuable addition to their staff.   Missouri State University   Address: 901 S. National     Springfield   MO   65804      Phone:   417.836.4406      Fax:  417.836.7673   The Hospitality & Restaurant Administration (HRA) department at Missouri State University is a management program that provides educational and training for career opportunities in hotels, restaurants, resorts, casinos, hotel sales, institutional foodservice, special events, catering, and many other areas. The service industry continues to be one of the fastest growing industries in the United States; and careers are abundant and in demand for ambitious, skilled graduates.   UMC Hotel & Restaurant Management Program   Address: 105 Eckles Hall     Columbia   MO          Phone:   573.882.4114      Fax:  573.882.0596