About

The Hospitality Leadership program at DePaul University is a specialized undergraduate program within the Driehaus College of Business that equips students for leadership and management careers across diverse segments of the hospitality industry, including hotels, restaurants, private clubs, and meetings and events. Located on DePaul’s Loop Campus in downtown Chicago, the program combines hospitality?focused coursework such as Event Sales and Service, Hospitality Strategy, and Lodging Property Management with a strong foundation in core business subjects like management, marketing, and finance, ensuring that graduates possess both industry knowledge and essential business skills. Students benefit from access to the J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Center for Student Development and Engagement, which facilitates connections with industry leaders, alumni networks, and specialized career preparation resources. An integral part of the curriculum includes completing two internships, giving students valuable real?world experience and professional networking opportunities before graduation. The program’s curriculum also emphasizes leadership, ethics, human resources, globalization, and sustainability, encouraging students to develop a well?rounded perspective on hospitality management and service excellence. Recognized as one of the most respected hospitality programs in Illinois, the Hospitality Leadership major prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities in food and beverage management, hotel operations, event planning, and private club administration, among others. With its blend of practical experience, industry engagement, and rigorous academic training, the Hospitality Leadership program at DePaul University aims to develop skilled, socially responsible professionals who are ready to contribute to the global hospitality industry.

Industries Served

Hospitality, Hotels, Restaurants, Private Clubs, Meetings & Events, Event Planning, Tourism