Instructional Leadership, emphasis: K-12 School Leadership (MEd)
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About the School of Hotel and Restaurant Management

We go beyond hospitality

The School of Hotel and Restaurant Management at The W. A. Franke College of Business is internationally recognized for our commitment to student-focused hospitality education.

We perfect hospitality by teaching

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Preparation

Creating an environment that prepares students to make immediate and ongoing contributions in the hospitality industry—even before they graduate—through 1,200 hours of professional training and work experience and internships

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Innovation

Designing an innovative curriculum that shifts as the industry does—so you can stay ahead of the curve

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Connection

Maintaining strong ties to our industry partners (which leads to internships, jobs, and experiential learning opportunities)

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Interaction

Facilitating a high level of faculty-student interaction and team-based classroom experiences, resulting in well-trained and well-rounded hospitality professionals

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Vision and mission

Vision statement

We aspire to create a dynamic, authentic, and practical learning environment, preparing students for successful careers. Come find your home at HRM!

Mission statement

To educate, elevate, and celebrate the leaders impacting hospitality excellence.

Core values

Authenticity

HRM values truth and dignity for ourselves and others.

Communication

HRM values communication as the underpinning, essential skill for which our graduates will be known.

HRM for Life!

HRM values our commitment to students beyond their time in our program.

Inclusion

HRM values a welcoming atmosphere in which everyone feels at home.

Love

HRM values patience and kindness and works to serve others.

Relationships

HRM values connecting and building generational relationships in the hospitality industry.

Relevance

HRM values academic and industry currency for ourselves and our students.

Why HRM?

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Student organizations

HRM at NAU offers a wide range of student clubs and organizations that offer a great way to network with other students and industry leaders, build valuable leadership experience, and have fun!

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Faculty

In the HRM program, you’ll experience individual attention from professors and staff who are interested in helping you grow, and develop the skills necessary to be an entry-level manager in the industry.

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