Online AAB in Hospitality Management
Hospitality Management involves overseeing the daily operations of businesses like hotels, restaurants, resorts, event planners, and travel agencies. Customer service, marketing, human resources, finance, and facility management come together to create a positive experience for customers. Begin your hospitality career today with the University of Cincinnati’s online Associate of Applied Business (AAB) in Hospitality Management!
Hospitality Management Program Overview
The online AAB in Hospitality Management provides a comprehensive foundation in hospitality and tourism, preparing students for exciting careers in one of the world’s fastest-growing industries. UC’s online program features an industry-relevant curriculum and helps students build a strong foundation of knowledge and best-practice skills. Students will be equipped with the skills needed for success, including exceptional service, leadership, management, food and beverage safety, technology implementation, tourism management, and more.
This 18-month program includes in-field learning via professional internships, as well as personalized career counseling services to help students identify their strengths and interests, and prepare them for post-graduation employment. With demand for qualified hospitality managers on the rise (both nationwide and internationally), students looking for a lucrative, high-energy career can find a home in hospitality!
Dr. Ryan Maloney is the Hospitality Management Director at the University of Cincinnati, bringing a dynamic career that spans Walt Disney World, Marriott International, the Ritz-Carlton, and a variety of restaurant and brewery settings. With a PhD in Hospitality Management and a passion for people at the center of his work, he blends industry expertise with an energetic, student-centered teaching style. Dr. Maloney teaches all core hospitality courses at UC and focuses on helping students build confidence, think critically, and navigate real-world scenarios. His research explores craft beer tourism and horror tourism, and he remains deeply engaged with Cincinnati’s thriving hospitality community to create meaningful opportunities for students.
Hospitality Management Program Highlights
High Quality Education
- Career Counseling: Our program provides personalized career counseling services to help students identify their strengths, interests, and career goals within the hospitality and tourism industry.
- Professional Development: Workshops and seminars focused on professional development topics such as customer service skills, leadership development, and industry trends are regularly organized to help students enhance their employability and stay competitive in the job market.
- Additional Professional Certifications: Students graduate with the knowledge to test for additional certifications from reputable institutions such as the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) to gain accreditations such as START – Certified Guestroom Attendant and/or Certified Front Desk Representative, Certified Hospitality Manager, and Certified Hospitality Revenue Manager. Students may take an examination to gain ServSafe® certification from the National Restaurant Association.
- Hospitality Management Certificate: If you already have experience in hospitality and tourism or are looking to make a career transition from a related field, then our online Certificate in Hospitality Management program can help you take the next step in your professional journey. This 21-credit certificate program provides the knowledge and skills to thrive in one of the world’s fastest-growing fields.
Flexibility
- Flexible online and asynchronous schedule
- Three start dates per year; Spring, Summer, or Fall
- Easy-to-transfer credits
Support from Application to Graduation
At UC, you’ll have a full support team behind you:
Enrollment Services Advisor: Your go-to resource during the application process
Student Success Coordinator: Helping you prepare for classes and stay on track
Access to Resources: Access to university resources that will support you through your program including online learning expectations and resources, health and wellness resources, and academic support
Prerequisites
- GED or High School Diploma from an accredited institution.
- Some students may need to take Math or English assessments (at no charge) to ensure proper course placements.
- Complete the application for admission.
- Application fees are currently waived. Ask your Enrollment Services Advisor for more details.
After submitting your application form, all applicants are required to have official transcripts sent directly to University of Cincinnati in order to be eligible for admissions review.
- First-Year and Transfer Applicants with Fewer Than 24 Completed Semester Hours at a Prior College:
- Order official transcripts from your high school and all prior colleges (if applicable) for delivery directly to University of Cincinnati.
- Transfer Applicants with 24+ Completed Semester Hours at a Prior College:
- Order official transcripts from all prior colleges for delivery directly to University of Cincinnati.
- You are exempt from the High School transcript requirement, this item will be removed from your application checklist once your college documents are received.
Please review the section below for guidance on how to submit your transcripts.
Online transcript request systems are the preferred method to deliver official transcripts electronically. To see if your transcript(s) can be ordered electronically, visit the links below and search for your previous school(s).
- Parchment
- Please select “University of Cincinnati – Main Campus” as the recipient of your transcript.
- National Student Clearinghouse
- Please have your transcript sent directly to admissions@uc.edu.
If you do not see your past school(s) listed on either site, please contact the school(s) directly to determine their ordering process.
If a physical copy must be sent, DO NOT request it be delivered to you. It must be sent directly from your prior school to the following address:
University of Cincinnati
Office of Admissions
PO Box 210091
Cincinnati, Ohio 45221-0091
| Term | Application Deadline | Classes Start |
|---|---|---|
Summer 2026 Fall 2026 |
March 15, 2026 July 15, 2026 |
May 11, 2026 August 24, 2026 |
The University of Cincinnati's online course fees differ depending on the program. On average, students will accrue fewer fees than students attending on-campus classes.
The one fee applied across all UC Online programs is the distance learning fee. Students living outside the state of Ohio must also pay an additional “non-resident” fee to enroll in courses at UC Online. This fee is lower than the out-of-state fee for traditional on-campus programs.
To view tuition information and program costs, visit the Online Program Fees page.
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