Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Global Tourism, International Hospitality, Specialization in Comparative Scripture Studies

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Global Tourism, International Hospitality, and Comparative Scripture Studies

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Global Tourism and International Hospitality core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Global Tourism and International Hospitality with a specialization in Comparative Scripture Studies offers a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between international tourism management and the historical, literary, and theological contexts of global religious traditions. This interdisciplinary program equips students with the technical acumen required for hospitality administration while fostering a deep, scholarly understanding of the cross-cultural significance of sacred texts and pilgrimage movements in the modern world. Through a curriculum rooted in servant leadership and ethical stewardship, students prepare to navigate the complexities of international travel, destination management, and cultural heritage promotion with sensitivity and academic rigor. The program encourages students to integrate faith-based perspectives on human hospitality and communal interaction into the professional hospitality environment, fostering an appreciation for the historical and moral narratives that shape global tourism. By engaging with both the mechanics of service-oriented industries and the profound intellectual traditions of world religions, graduates are prepared to lead with integrity in an increasingly interconnected global society.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Global Tourism, International Hospitality, and Comparative Scripture Studies combines a robust liberal arts foundation with comprehensive study in global hospitality theory, comparative religious contexts, human development, cross-cultural ethics, research methodologies, and sustainable program development within faith-based frameworks.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 120
• Duration: 4 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

General education | 36 credit hours

• Faith-Based Global Tourism and International Hospitality core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG 101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 3 | None
• BUS 110 | Introduction to Hospitality Management | 3 | None
• CHR 101 | Introduction to Scripture Studies | 3 | None
• HIS 120 | World History and Cultural Geography | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS 150 | Principles of Management | 3 | BUS 110
• CHR 150 | Comparative Religious Perspectives | 3 | CHR 101
• COM 110 | Intercultural Communication | 3 | ENG 101
• MAT 120 | Statistics for Business | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS 210 | Tourism and Travel Marketing | 3 | BUS 150
• CHR 210 | Biblical Narrative and Social Ethics | 3 | CHR 150
• PSY 200 | Cross-Cultural Psychology | 3 | None
• RES 200 | Introduction to Research Methods | 3 | MAT 120
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS 250 | Financial Management in Hospitality | 4 | BUS 210
• CHR 250 | Historical Interpretations of Scripture | 3 | CHR 210
• MGT 220 | Organizational Stewardship | 3 | BUS 150
• HUM 250 | Global Humanities and Arts | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS 310 | International Tourism Operations | 3 | BUS 250
• CHR 310 | Comparative Scripture Analysis | 4 | CHR 250
• MGT 310 | Service Leadership and Ethics | 3 | MGT 220
• SOC 300 | Social Trends and Globalization | 3 | PSY 200
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS 350 | Sustainable Tourism Management | 3 | BUS 310
• CHR 350 | Religion and Conflict Resolution | 3 | CHR 310
• EDU 320 | Educational Program Design | 3 | RES 200
• BUS 380 | Global Entrepreneurship | 3 | BUS 250
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS 410 | Strategic Planning for Hospitality | 3 | BUS 350
• CHR 410 | Contemporary Religious Movements | 3 | CHR 350
• MGT 420 | Professional Ethics and Law | 3 | MGT 310
• COM 450 | Strategic Communication in Crisis | 3 | COM 110
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP 490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | BUS 410
• CHR 450 | Spiritual Formation and Global Service | 3 | CHR 410
• BUS 450 | Advanced International Hospitality Issues | 3 | BUS 410
• SOC 450 | Public Policy and Tourism | 3 | SOC 300

Career Opportunities

• International Destination Coordinator
• Cultural Heritage Consultant
• Hospitality Operations Manager
• Non-profit Tourism Outreach Director
• Global Travel and Education Planner
• Public Relations Specialist for Faith-based Organizations
• Corporate Social Responsibility Officer

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Global Tourism, International Hospitality, and Comparative Scripture Studies
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years