This project-based capstone integrative seminar focuses on the concepts and techniques of successful health care management practices. It analyzes the process of developing and executing strategies designed to optimize a health care organization and its management. Students apply their knowledge of health care systems, policy, financing, and information systems to a course project. The project integrates essential knowledge from the degree program at both the practical and the theoretical levels while fulfilling the student's own field of professional interest. Prior to capstone enrollment, students are expected to complete the majority of their required major courses. Students should consult with their advisor regarding specific major courses that may be completed with their capstone. NOTE: Students who were admitted to the college before Fall 2019 and have remained active in their original catalog year are not required to take IDIS 601.

Review the broad spectrum of the hospitality industry from an historical perspective, in concert with current history, trends, and challenges presented by notable industry executives. Distinguished guests represent all segments of the hospitality industry plus selected allied support businesses. Industry segments include, but are not limited to, hotels and lodging, restaurant and food service, travel and tourism, conferences and conventions, casinos and gaming, clubs and resorts, health care and senior living, franchising and entrepreneurship, and technology support.

This course is designed to build knowledge and experience in food and service management. Basic principles of foodservice management and their application to menu development, food safety, procurement, equipment usage and identification, customer service, marketing, leadership, human resources, and finance are covered during this course. Laboratory experience in both front and back of the house will provide hands-on experience in basic understanding of how a kitchen operates and dining room service. Training in Safe Food Handling, and Alcohol Services leads to Certification.

This course is designed to build knowledge and experience in food and service management. Basic principles of foodservice management and their application to menu development, food safety, procurement, equipment usage and identification, customer service, marketing, leadership, human resources, and finance are covered during this course. Laboratory experience in both front and back of the house will provide hands-on experience in basic understanding of how a kitchen operates and dining room service. Training in Safe Food Handling, and Alcohol Services leads to Certification.