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Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation Management Certificate (HTM)

SDSU’s Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation Management Certificate (HTM) is designed for international students planning a career in the hospitality and tourism industry and is available through the Semester at SDSU program.

SDSU’s HTM Certificate provides a strong business foundation and a real understanding of industry complexities and demands. SDSU produces new hospitality and tourism leaders poised for successful global connections from this strategic Pacific Rim location.

Program Highlights:

  • Classes with American Students
    SDSU courses with American students and professionals.
  • Business Practices
    Learn American business and hospitality practices.
  • Guest Speakers
    Guest speakers and visits to local businesses.
  • Hands-on Experience
    Experience business meetings, conventions, and event planning.
  • Official Transcript
    Credits earned are listed on an official SDSU transcript and may be transferable to other universities.

For course descriptions and class schedules, please visit sdsu.edu/schedule. Please be aware not all courses are offered every semester.

Students must receive a C or higher in each course to receive a certificate at the end of the program.

Please note that the Global Campus cannot guarantee participation in specific university courses. Students enroll in classes on a space-available basis.

For more information on Semester at SDSU, please contact semester.ces@sdsu.edu.

 Semester At SDSU Hospitality, Tourism, And Recreation Management Certificate

Number of weeks17
Hours of instructionVaries according to course enrollment. Minimum 12 units undergraduate/9 units graduate
RequirementsTOEFL 61, IELTS 5.5, or Duolinguo 90. Proof of English proficiency is required with application. For Duolingo, please have your test score sent to “San Diego State University – Global Campus”. Other acceptable English proficiency can be found HERE.
Dates and CostsSee Semester at SDSU Calendar & Fees (All prices and dates are subject to change.)