Department of Gaming Management and Hospitality Technology
Make a Smart Bet on Your Future
With the famed Las Vegas Strip as our backdrop, the Harrah College of Hospitality is able to harness some of the world’s most prominent gaming and tech experts. The college’s Department of Gaming Management and Hospitality Technology leverages this expertise to give students the knowledge and practical experience to thrive in the casino gaming industry while also preparing them to drive technological transformation across hospitality enterprises.
Faculty in this department teach casino operations, accounting, gaming regulations, and emerging technology that support the industry. These skill sets, combined with the support of the industry, give students a winning hand for success in their future endeavors, whether it's on the Strip or beyond.
The UNLV Difference
“Casino gaming and hospitality technology are among the most complex and highly regulated industries, making them fascinating fields to study. Both niches are changing rapidly every day, and our department has the expertise to not only teach these disciplines but also serve as thought leaders and scholars.”Mehmet Erdem, Ph.D., Department Chair
Academic Programs
The Harrah College of Hospitality offers a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management with an option to select a concentration in gaming management. Develop the business acumen needed to thrive in today’s hospitality industry with our undergraduate degree.
Careers in Gaming Management and Hospitality Technology
Graduates pursue careers in managerial and executive-level positions in casinos not only in Las Vegas, but worldwide. Potential career paths include:
- Database Marketing Analyst
- Junior iGaming Operations Specialist
- Coordinator/Director of Gaming Operations
- Director of Hospitality Technology Product Management
- Implementation Consultant
- Director of Casino Analytics & Business Intelligence
- Director of Surveillance and Asset Protection
- Technology Product Coordinator
- Resort Technologies Specialist
Courses You’ll Love
The Department of Gaming Management and Hospitality Technology offers students a range of classes, ranging from fundamental courses to a selection of intriguing electives, including:.
- Hospitality Information Technology
- Esports
- Gaming Innovations
- Storytelling by Data Visualization in Hospitality
- Casino Marketing
- Sociology of Gambling
Highlights from the College
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