{"product_id":"9781119688846","title":"Introduction to Hospitality Management","description":"\u003ch1\u003eIntroduction to Hospitality Management\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003ch2\u003eReynolds, Dennis R.; Rahman, Imran; Barrows, Clayton W.\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hospitality industry's rapid evolution provides career-seekers with tremendous opportunity–and unique challenges. Changes in the global economy, rising interest in ecotourism, the influence of internet commerce, and a myriad of other trends contribute to the dynamic nature of this exciting field. \u003ci\u003eIntroduction to Hospitality Management\u003c\/i\u003e presents a thorough overview of historical perspectives, current trends, and real-world practices. Coverage of bar and restaurant management, hotel and lodging operations, travel and tourism, and much more gives students a comprehensive analysis of this rewarding field.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocusing on practicality, this text presents real-world examples of traditional methods alongside insightful discussions surrounding changes in consumer demands and key issues affecting the industry. The industry's multifaceted nature lends itself to broad exploration, and this text provides:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear guidance through topics related to foodservice operations, convention management, meeting planning, casino and gaming management, leadership and staffing, financial and business models, and promotion and marketing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmphasis on career planning and job placement strategies, giving students a head start in charting their future in hospitality\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA combination of Drs. Reynolds and Barrows' two leading textbooks, \u003ci\u003eIntroduction to Management in the Hospitality Industry\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eIntroduction to the Hospitality Industry,\u003c\/i\u003e into one cohesive, comprehensive edition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSubstantial coverage of internet commerce and marketing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCase studies, including actual interviews with industry professionals, to reinforce primary learning objectives and build critical thinking skills\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn emphasize on real-world skills and practical methods employed by management professionals\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMethods to prepare students for job placement in multiple areas of the hospitality and tourism industry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIntroduction to Hospitality Management\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential text for students learning about, or with an interest in, the hospitality industry. Written in a clear and accessible style, this important book leaves readers with a strong grasp of the topics and trends most important to a career in the hospitality industry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublished by: Wiley\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublication Date: 2021-06-02\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eISBN-13: 9781119688846\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDOI: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDimensions: 274.3cm x213.4cm\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePages: 432.0\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44399123857548,"sku":"9781119688846","price":170.06,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9781119688846_c44f7048-951a-4827-a584-1538a871b5be.jpg?v=1755451735","url":"https:\/\/fh90cf-fv.myshopify.com\/products\/9781119688846","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}