Culinary and Hospitality Management, AAS (CHSMD)

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Students baking in the kitchen.

The Associate of Applied Science in Culinary and Hospitality Management Program prepares students for employment in food service and hospitality. The program of study offers a strong balance between the technical hands-on training in culinary techniques, the theoretical training, and the general education core values required to succeed in this field. The courses are offered on a year-round basis. For more information regarding the AAS, Culinary and Hospitality Management, see the Culinary Arts webpage.

The Culinary Arts program is located on the Bullhead City Campus in Bullhead City.

Note: For a course to be eligible for transfer, the student must receive a “C” or better. Acceptance of a transfer course is determined by the receiving institution.

General Education Requirements: 15

BUE 175 - Business Ethics Credits: (3)
CIS 110 - Introduction to Computer Information Systems Credits: (3)
COM 151 - Public Speaking Credits: (3)
ENG 101 - English Composition I Credits: (3)
PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: (3)

Program Requirements: 50

CUL 111 - Introduction to Culinary Credits: (4)
CUL 112 - Techniques of Healthy Cooking Credits: (4)
CUL 113 - Saucier: “The Art of Stocks, Soups, and Sauces” Credits: (4)
CUL 114 - Baking and Pastry Credits: (4)
CUL 115 - ServSafe/HACCP: Sanitation & Safety Management Credits: (3)
CUL 116 - Human Resource Management in the Hospitality Industry Credits: (3)
CUL 117 - Purchasing and Receiving in the Hospitality Industry Credits: (3)
CUL 118 - Marketing in the Hospitality Industry Credits: (3)
CUL 211 - Food and Beverage Cost Control Credits: (3)
CUL 212 - American Regional Cuisine Credits: (4)
CUL 213 - International Cuisine Credits: (4)
CUL 214 - Hospitality and Culinary Law Credits: (3)
CUL 215 - Artisan Breads Credits: (4)
CUL 216 - Advanced Baking and Pastry Credits: (4)

Total Degree Credits: 65

Suggested Pathway

The following pathway provides recommended courses to complete this program, see the Culinary and Hospitality Management AAS Program Matrix . A full list of course options is listed on the program of study. It is important to consult a student services specialist regarding any advising concerns in order to maintain the established program path and/or possible transfer goals.