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Programs of Study
Family Resource Management
The Family Resource Management (FRM) major offers specializations in Family Financial Management and Consumer Services.
- CS 2007-2008 Tentative Course Offerings (pdf)
- CS 2008-2009 Tentative Course Offerings (pdf)
- FRM Program Sheet (pdf) - Applies only to first quarter freshmen who were admitted directly to their majors or to transfer students who brought in fewer than 45 credit hours between AU07 and SU08. Because program requirements can change from year to year, please check with your advisor or with the Office of Student Services at 201 Campbell Hall to make sure you are following the correct program sheet.
The focal point of the major is the interaction between consumers and the marketplace. Courses emphasize understanding of consumer issues and concerns, consumer behavior and decision making, marketplace complexities, resolution of consumer problems, and public policy affecting consumer welfare. Emphasis is placed on development of communication and analytical skills related to consumer/market concepts.
Coursework in the Consumer Services Specialization provides opportunity for more in-depth study of solutions to consumer problems, analysis of consumer data, and the business environment. Students can select courses to specialize in sales, management and human resources, or housing/real estate.
The Family Financial Services Specialization focuses on financial planning with emphasis on family financial management rather than corporate finance. Study in this option prepares students for careers related to helping families and individuals reach financial goals through effective management of financial resources. Specific topics of study include general financial planning; use of insurance, credit, savings, and investment instruments to reach financial goals; and retirement and estate planning.
Career Opportunities
Graduates find employment in business and industry, financial establishments, and nonprofit organizations, as well as in state agencies, social service agencies, trade associations, public utilities, and the state legislature. Positions in the area of consumer affairs include public relations representative, customer service representative, market research analyst, sales representative or manager, educational specialist, marketing specialist, and legislative advocate. Family financial management graduates may find employment as financial planners or counselors; life insurance, credit, or benefits counselors; loan officers; or financial analysts. Beginning salaries for graduates of the family resource management major are in the mid 30,000s, depending on candidates' skills, previous work experience, and other factors determined by various employers.
Hospitality Management
The Hospitality Management (HM) major prepares graduates for entry-level professional management positions in all segments of the industry - hotels, restaurants, convention centers, and resorts. The curriculum includes study in basic nutrition, basic food theory and application, food production and management, hotel operations, human resource management and employee relations, marketing, purchasing, menu planning, public relations, and business and financial control.
- CS 2007-2008 Tentative Course Offerings (pdf)
- CS 2008-2009 Tentative Course Offerings (pdf)
- HM Program Sheet (pdf) - Applies only to first quarter freshmen who were admitted directly to their majors or to transfer students who brought in fewer than 45 credit hours between AU07 and SU08. Because program requirements can change from year to year, please check with your advisor or with the Office of Student Services at 201 Campbell Hall to make sure you are following the correct program sheet.
The hospitality program provides a balanced business and human-resource-based curriculum as well as two levels of internships. Placements for internships include full-service restaurants, major hotels, and resort settings.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of The Ohio State University in hospitality management are prepared to enter a career in food service, lodging, travel, or recreation. Within each segment of the hospitality industry, management positions are available in accounting, sales, engineering, housekeeping, catering, and guest services. The supply of graduates with a specialized focus on the hospitality industry is very small compared to the huge demand of this fast growing industry. Hospitality management graduates have a competitive edge over students with degrees in general business or other programs not specifically focused on the industry. Salaries vary greatly depending on the segment of the business and the experience of each graduate. Average entry-level salaries range from $30,000 to $35,000 per year. Experience, location, and organizational structure will directly affect salaries. Opportunities for advancement (with corresponding salaries) exist in virtually every segment of the hospitality industry.
Textiles and Clothing
The Textiles and Clothing (TC) major prepares graduates for merchandising or product development jobs in the fashion or interior furnishings fields. A set of core courses provide a foundation in principles of aesthetics, the business of fashion, textiles, global markets, and retail environments. Students choose a focus in merchandising or product development. An internship provides hands-on experience and offers students opportunities for developing professional contacts.
- CS 2007-2008 Tentative Course Offerings (pdf)
- CS 2008-2009 Tentative Course Offerings (pdf)
- TC Program Sheet (pdf) - Applies only to first quarter freshmen who were admitted directly to their majors or to transfer students who brought in fewer than 45 credit hours between AU07 and SU08. Because program requirements can change from year to year, please check with your advisor or with the Office of Student Services at 201 Campbell Hall to make sure you are following the correct program sheet.
The textiles and clothing major examines the fashion industry including both apparel and interiors mediums and why and how people use apparel and interior furnishings. The focus is on product knowledge, combined with an understanding of consumer cultures and the process by which products are developed. Students take a core of major courses and select from courses in Product Development or Merchandising Specializations. The curriculum combines product-focused courses with courses in retailing, marketing, management, and accounting.
Career Opportunities
Graduates who specialize in product development find employment as apparel product development specialists and technical design. Recent graduates have also found employment in visual merchandising. Those who specialize in merchandising typically find employment in firms specializing in apparel and home furnishings products. Firms range from specialty stores to mass merchandisers to catalog distributors. Positions include retail manager, buyer trainee, and residential interiors/apparel designer entrepreneurs. Beginning salaries for graduates of the textiles and clothing program range in the mid $30,000s depending on the candidate's skills and previous work experiences.
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