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50th Anniversary Commemorative Issue

Celebrating a half century of excellence in shaping future hospitality industry leaders.

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#6 Best Hotel & Hospitality Management School in the World
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#1 Polytechnic for Diversity & Economic Mobility in the U.S.
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#2 Best Hospitality Bachelor's Program in CA
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Our Polytechnic Advantage

At The Collins College of Hospitality Management, learning happens in labs and classrooms, through clubs and activities, and even out in the world. Students are inspired every day, both inside and outside the classroom, by a supportive, diverse, and creative community. Through signature polytechnic experiences, students apply knowledge in real-world situations and gain the experience needed to succeed as they start shaping the innovation and economic vitality of tomorrow as future hospitality industry leaders.

Recent News

James Fu at Din Tai Fung wearing black chef coat

Alumni Spotlight: James Fu ’18

May 02, 2024

The 2018 alumnus is corporate chef for Din Tai Fung, a world-renowned Chinese restaurant originating...

Three Provost's Award for Excellence Recipients

Dr. Kwok to Receive 2023-24 Provost's Award for Excellence

April 19, 2024

The award recognizes Cal Poly Pomona faculty who have earned distinction in the areas of teaching, s...

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Welcoming Seven New Members to the Board of Advisors

April 01, 2024

We look forward to guidance and support from this incredible group of leading industry executives. ...

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Marriott Family Honored for Generous Contributions in Global Impact on Industry

March 26, 2024

With record-breaking attendance, Hospitality Uncorked guests came together for an evening filled wit...

Events

Dec 09

FINALS - Fall 2024
Time: 12:00 AM

Dec 16

Spring 2025 Orientation-James Y.
Time: 11:00 AM

Dec 18

HRT Spring 2025 Orientation
Time: 09:00 AM

Program Information

VISION

Our vision is to be a world-class college for shaping future hospitality leaders.

MISSION

We educate a diverse student body for leadership in the global hospitality industry through experiential and lifelong learning, and we advance the field of hospitality management through innovation, excellence in teaching, applied research, and service to our communities.

CORE VALUES

  • We Pursue Academic Excellence
  • We Inspire Student Success
  • We Embrace Diversity
  • We Partner with the Hospitality Industry
  • We Practice Collegiality and Ethics

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Program Student Profile

For the past three academic years (Source: Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration, with data provided by The Collins College)

Placement Rates
 Undergraduate Enrollment 2020-2021 2021-2022 2022-2023

% Students employed in the hospitality industry or a related field within 90 days after graduation

75%

80%

84%

% Students continuing their education within 90 days after graduation

6%

4%

3%

Retention Rate % – Freshmen to Sophomore

81%

84%

87%

Our program is one of only 64 hospitality management and tourism programs worldwide accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA). Accreditation is a status granted to an educational program that has been found to meet or exceed stated standards of educational quality.

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ACPHA Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify and apply the knowledge and skills necessary for hospitality and tourism operations
  2. Develop and integrate a core set of business skills necessary to successfully operate a hospitality and tourism organization
  3. Demonstrate competence in the communication skills necessary for hospitality and tourism management
  4. Formulate business decisions in hospitality and tourism management
  5. Evaluate leadership principles necessary in the diverse and global hospitality and tourism industry
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The Collins College of Hospitality Management
Cal Poly Pomona
3801 West Temple Avenue

Buildings 79, 79A, 79B, 80
Pomona, CA 91768

collins@cpp.edu
(909) 869-2275

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