EXPERIENCES WITH IMPACT
Turn your creativity into real-world impact.
The experience industry shapes culture and drives economies around the world. At Cal Poly, you’ll gain hands-on proficiency in events, sport, hospitality, tourism and recreation — learning how to design meaningful experiences that support quality of life, sustainability and community impact.
Global Perspectives
Experience the world — hands-on.
Through internships and study abroad programs — such as Sustainable Tourism in the Dominican Republic and Germany — you’ll apply what you’ve learned while working with industry partners like the Junior Giants and the Catalina Island Conservancy while building a strong professional network.
Degree Programs, Minors and Opportunities
Student Clubs
Concentrations
- Event Planning and Management
- Sport and Recreation Management
- Tourism, Hospitality and Destination Management
Where Experience Meets Education
Through courses in leadership, management, experience design, finance, law and marketing, students explore the field while applying what they learn through hands-on experiences.
