Mission Statement

The Business and Public Service Division supports the mission of the College by offering business/public service-related courses and programs that prepare students for employment or advancement in Georgia's economy.

The mission of the Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management program at Athens Technical College is to equip students with the knowledge and skills to launch or advance their careers in hospitality, Georgia's second largest industry. This program focuses on the importance of technical and interpersonal skills, work ethics, and professionalism for success in the twenty-first century.

The associate degree and diploma programs in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management, together with the technical certificates of credit, provide students with the academic background and real-world internship experience to be successful in fast-paced environments that are centered on working with people. Graduates may find employment in numerous hotels, restaurants, and country clubs, from limited service to luxury resorts. Graduates may also prepare to work at convention and visitors' bureaus, conference centers, catering and special event companies, and in institutional settings such as schools, hospitals, or retirement communities.