SEMO’s Hospitality Management Degree Receives ACPHA Accreditation

ACPHA is the accrediting commission providing and maintaining standards for hospitality administration and management programs. The organization provides public assurance that programs are of acceptable quality, provides guidance to programs for continued improvement, and promotes ethical standards of the profession.

The accreditation is a significant achievement as SEMO's hospitality management program joins a group of only 64 institutions recognized for providing a comprehensive curriculum, faculty expertise, and commitment to preparing students for successful careers in the hospitality industry. The accreditation process involved an extensive self-study and site visit evaluation of the program's faculty, curriculum, facilities, academic services, and other support areas.

"We are excited to receive this respected accreditation from ACPHA, which validates the quality and rigor of our program," said Associate Professor Dr. Quantella Noto. "Receiving ACPHA accreditation is a testament to the hard work of our faculty in maintaining a top-notch hospitality program and assures prospective students and the industry that our graduates are prepared with the knowledge and skills needed for successful careers in hospitality management."

SEMO was granted ACPHA accreditation for the full seven years possible, at which time the program will be reviewed again to maintain accredited status.

Southeast's Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management prepares students for a wide range of professional opportunities in hotel operations, restaurant management, event planning, tourism, and more. Students gain hands-on experience through internships, projects with industry partners, and facilities such as the program's state-of-the-art hospitality lab and commercial kitchen in partnership with Century Casino. For more information about the program, visit, semo.edu/programs.