{"product_id":"hospitality-an-introduction-9781524968519","title":"Hospitality: An Introduction","description":"\u003cp\u003eFeatures updated information related to Pandemics and other industry disruptions Hospitality: An Introduction is systemically organized for introductory students. This long-standing  successful book introduces many of the must know topics important to hospitality within a traditional business framework. It also provides readers with a snapshot of a wide variety of industry career paths  an attribute not found in other books. The goal is to provide a broad-brush survey approach to the hospitality industry  while offering the information needed to help students proceed into more advanced courses and readings. This text explores the topics that separate hospitality from other fields of study. Hospitality: An Introduction is divided into four distinct sections: Hospitality Industry Foundations  provides the big picture of the industry. It gives an introduction  along with the history  future trends  and emphasis on service excellence. Hospitality Management  explores the nuts and bolts of how hospitality businesses operate. It introduces many of the on-site disciplines that are an integral part of the daily operations in hotels  restaurants  clubs  events  and other hospitality businesses. Traditional Hospitality Careers  discusses the fundamental or traditional hospitality career paths. This section highlights the major areas typically associated with the hospitality industry: from hotels  restaurants  and beverage to clubs and events. Optional Readings: Specialized Hospitality Careers  introduces students to some of the many possibilities for fascinating careers in the industry  including theme parks  casinos  cruise ships  and more! Hospitality: An Introduction offers the reader a broad introductory perspective that can stir-up excitement while creating a thirst for more information in specific career niches. This text provides the basics of the world of hospitality  and most importantly  where a student might fit in. This book is an essential read for any student interested in the fascinating hospitality industry. This edition includes access to an ancillary website that contains resources for students and instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45648051241013,"sku":"ByrdShop_152496851X","price":177.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9781524968519.jpg?v=1781707963","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/hospitality-an-introduction-9781524968519","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}