Student Experience

What to Expect

Algonquin College is proud to provide a diverse and dynamic student experience. Check out the highlights below to get a sense of what to expect as a student in the Hospitality – Hotel and Restaurant Operations Management program.

Success Stories and Testimonials

Hear from Tsvetan, Hospitality – Hotel and Restaurant Operations Management Graduate, Hotel Sales Manager:

“What makes Algonquin College the best place to study for me is that it keeps itself abreast of the latest trends of the industry.

They have seasoned instructors who recognize potential in their students, including myself, and give them the support they need to be successful.

Lastly, the college has provided me with the right environment to grow and hone my skills as a hospitality student through the hands-on learning experience in Restaurant International.”
– Julie-Ann Madlansacay, Graduate, Assistant Manager-Banquet Operations, Ottawa Marriott Hotel

“The Hospitality – Hotel & Restaurant Operations Management program was an instrumental step in my academic career. It was here that I remembered my love for learning. When I decided to return to school, I was afraid I would not fit in. Within days, that fear dissipated as my professors and classmates welcomed my real-life experiences and made the learning space inclusive. I found the practical courses to be most enjoyable as they prepare you for real-world experiences. I appreciated that the professors were industry professionals who pushed students to new heights while preparing us for successful careers. Through this world-class institute, I can confidently say that I have attained the tools to complete the next phase of my educational journey.”
– Crystal McIntosh, Graduate, Graduate Student – Masters in Tourism Management, Royal Roads University

Work-Integrated Learning

Students in the Hospitality – Hotel and Restaurant Operations Management program gain skills and knowledge in real-life learning environments. In addition to a on-site training restaurant, the School of Business and Hospitality houses seven industry-standard kitchen/baking labs, a retail food shop, a large-capacity demo theatre, and a state-of-the-art purchasing and receiving department. During the managerial component of the program, students study in dedicated computer labs equipped with the latest industry software for learning hotel reservations training, menu-costing and financial analysis.

Students gain hands-on skills in cocktail artistry and beverage service in our newly renovated, fully-stocked bar lab. Read about it here.

Learn more about Restaurant International, our hands-on learning laboratory that provides our students the opportunity to practice the skills they learn in their programs.

Learn how you can bridge directly into the third year of our four-year Bachelor of Hospitality & Tourism Management (Honours) degree program.