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General Information

The School of Travel Industry Management (TIM) is recognized as a leading educational institution in hotel, restaurant, tourism, and transportation management. TIM pioneered the concept of integrating all aspects of the travel industry under a single discipline. Built on a foundation of management science, TIM also draws on a broad range of disciplines to provide high-quality education at the undergraduate and graduate levels to current and future professionals.

The visitor industry in Hawai'i provides TIM students many opportunities to gain experience in the field and to study applications of theory to practical business situations. TIM works closely with local, national, and international business organizations, as well as with various government and private professional organizations.

In addition to Hawai'i's travel industry environment, students benefit from a curriculum that has an international perspective. The global importance of tourism and the increasingly interdependent nature of economic and political systems require a fundamental and multidisciplinary understanding of international issues. TIM's distinctive curriculum and outstanding faculty, the success and importance of tourism as the leading industry in Hawai'i, and the international focus of the programs provide students a unique educational environment and experience.

Mission

As a professional program within a land-grant institution, the School of Travel Industry Management has linked its mission with the state's economic interest in tourism, Hawai'i's largest economic sector. The mission of the school is threefold: (a) to prepare individuals for leadership and professional positions in the travel industry through education and training, (b) to generate new knowledge in the travel industry through research and graduate education, and (c) to provide service to the community, nation, Asia Pacific region, and beyond.

Goals

The School of Travel Industry Management has the following goals:

1. Instruction--to provide high-quality education at the undergraduate and graduate levels on a statewide basis;
2. Research--to conduct basic and applied research relevant to the travel industry; and
3. Service--to be the leading travel-industry center for information resources and continuing professional education and training serving the state and the Asia Pacific region.

Accreditation

TIM is fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA).

Degrees

Bachelor's Degree: BS in travel industry management

Master's Degree: MS in travel industry management

Advising

TIM Student Services Office
George Hall 346
2560 Campus Road
Honolulu, HI 96822
Tel: (808) 956-8946
Fax: (808) 956-5378 

All students are encouraged to see an adviser at regular intervals to review degree requirements and to plan course schedules. Prior to registration each semester, advising workshops are held to assist students in completing their curricular plans. Handbooks, which provide additional guidelines to students concerning the school and its degree programs, are also available.

New Students
Orientation for new students is held before each semester.

All students are assigned a student services adviser upon admission to the school. The adviser should be consulted regarding the following:

1. Identification of career goals appropriate to the student's interests;
2. Selection of courses appropriate to the student's career goals; and
3. Co-curricular activities and/or work experiences to develop skills and abilities outside the classroom. 

Students may also consult with faculty members concerning these items.

Evaluation of Transfer Credits
Transfer credits are evaluated after admission to TIM. After students receive the preliminary evaluation from the admissions office, they may review the evaluation with a student services adviser in the TIM Student Services Office. Students should also be aware that after admission to TIM, prior approval must be obtained before enrolling in courses at other institutions.

Seniors
Seniors must complete a degree check and file a diploma application prior to their final semester. Students should attend one of the advising sessions for graduating seniors held each semester.

Academic Policies

Good Academic Standing
Undergraduate TIM students must meet the following requirements to maintain good academic standing:

1. Cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 for all courses attempted at UH Manoa for a grade. Transfer credits and courses completed under the CR/NC option are not included.
2. A GPA of at least 2.0 in the upper division TIM core and TIM emphasis plus the TIM electives. However, a cumulative GPA of 2.5 for the TIM emphasis and TIM elective courses is required for graduation.
3. Satisfactory progress toward completion of degree requirements. This means students must enroll in courses required for the degree and complete these courses with acceptable grades.

Probation
A student who fails to meet any one of the academic standing requirements at the end of any semester is placed on probation. Probationary students must achieve a current (semester) GPA of at least 2.0 to be allowed continued registration. Grades of I (incomplete) and W (withdrawal) are not permitted during probation. Failure to correct academic deficiencies may lead to suspension and eventual dismissal from the University.

Withdrawal from Courses
As the semester progresses, it becomes increasingly difficult to withdraw from a course. No withdrawals are permitted after the ninth day of class except for unusual or extenuating circumstances beyond the control of the student.

Advancement to Upper Division Courses
Students are expected to complete the TIM lower division special requirements (see the "School Requirements" section on the following page) before enrolling in upper division TIM courses.

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