School of Business, Hospitality and Global Trade Accreditation
Mission
To transform lives and strengthen communities through innovative, industry-aligned education that prepares students for lifelong learning and high-demand business careers, driving local and global economic and workforce development.
Vision
Dallas College School of Business, Hospitality and Global Trade envisions students as future business leaders, thriving in dynamic careers with integrity and innovation.
Through strategic partnerships, we will foster economic growth and workforce development. Our commitment to inclusivity, empowerment and an entrepreneurial mindset will ensure graduates drive transformative, sustainable community progress that bridges the gap between education and industry.
Values Statement
- Integrity: We uphold ethical standards and foster transparent communication in adapting to industry changes.
- Innovation: We embrace creativity, agility and an entrepreneurial mindset to stay ahead of industry demands.
- Access: We ensure equitable opportunities to build an inclusive community where all can thrive.
- Collaboration: We partner with industry to drive economic and community growth.
- Excellence: We pursue the highest standards, demonstrating a passion for academic rigor and continuous improvement.
- Lifelong Learning: We foster a growth mindset, equipping graduates for a rapidly evolving world.
- Accountability: We uphold the highest standards, supporting academic freedom and justice for students, faculty, staff and stakeholders.
School of Business, Hospitality and Global Trade (BHGT) Student Achievement
In support of School of BHGT’s mission, the school sets ambitious student achievement targets. Performance is measured against these targets, and corrective actions are taken when targets fall below acceptable thresholds. Student achievement targets include the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 150% completion rates by program, and percentage of BHGT graduates with employment within 12 months of graduation by program.
IPEDS 150% Completion Rate
The School of BHGT uses the IPEDS 150% graduation metric for two-year colleges as its student achievement measure. The table below shows the three-year graduation rate. The target for 2023-2024 is set at 32%, while the threshold of acceptance is 30%.
| Program | CIP | Cohort by POS Start | Headcount | Completers | % Completion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 52.0301 | 2021 Fall | 191 | 52 | 27.2% |
| Business Administration/Management | 52.0201 | 2021 Fall | 609 | 160 | 26.3% |
| Business Commerce (AA.FS.BUSADM) | 52.0101 | 2021 Fall | 449 | 133 | 29.6% |
| Business Technology | 52.0404/07/08/0501 | 2021 Fall | 20 | 5 | 25.0% |
| International Business and Trade | 52.1101 | 2021 Fall | 9 | 3 | 33.3% |
| Human Resource Management | 52.1001 | 2021 Fall | n/a | n/a | 0.0% |
| Entrepreneurship/Small Business | 52.0701 | 2021 Fall | n/a | n/a | 0.0% |
| Marketing | 52.1401 | 2021 Fall | 13 | 2 | 7.7% |
| Mortgage Banking/Finance | 52.0503 | 2021 Fall | n/a | n/a | 0.0% |
| Real Estate | 52.1501 | 2021 Fall | 122 | 29 | 24.0% |
| Total School of BHGT Accreditation Programs | 1,413 | 383 | 27.1% |
| Program | 2019 Fall | 2020 Fall | 2021 Fall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 17.3% | 19.9% | 27.2% |
| Business Administration/Management | 20.1% | 21.0% | 26.3% |
| Business Commerce (AA.FS.BUSADM) | 16.1% | 22.9% | 29.6% |
| Business Technology | 19.4% | 28.6% | 25.0% |
| International Business and Trade | 0.0% | 13.3% | 33.3% |
| Human Resource Management | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Entrepreneurship/Small Business | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Marketing | 6.7% | 28.6% | 7.7% |
| Mortgage Banking/Finance | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Real Estate | 27.0% | 30.0% | 24.0% |
| Overall Dallas College | 23.0% | 23.0% | 23.0% |
| Austin Community College District | 14.0% | 14.0% | 14.0% |
| Houston Community College District | 19.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Overall BHGT | 27.1% | 27.1% | 27.1% |
Fall Cohorts 150% Completion Rate Performance Trends
The bar graph displays the 150% completion rate trends for Dallas College School of Business, Hospitality, and Global Trade (BHGT) Fall Cohorts from 2019 to 2021, comparing various academic programs internally and with external institutions (Austin Community College District and Houston Community College). Completion rates are presented as percentages for each academic year.
2019 Fall:
- Accounting: 17.3%
- Business Administration/Management: 20.1%
- Business Commerce (AA.FOS.BUSADM): 19.4%
- Business Technology: 16.1%
- International Business and Trade: 6.7%
- Marketing: 27.0%
- Real Estate: 19.4%
- Overall Dallas College: 19.0%
- Overall BHGT: 17.2%
- Austin Community College District: 22.0%
- Houston Community College: 20.0%
2020 Fall:
- Accounting: 22.9%
- Business Administration/Management: 28.6%
- Business Commerce (AA.FOS.BUSADM): 26.8%
- Business Technology: 22.9%
- International Business and Trade: 13.3%
- Marketing: 30.0%
- Real Estate: 22.9%
- Overall Dallas College: 24.0%
- Overall BHGT: 22.0%
- Austin Community College District: 25.0%
- Houston Community College: 21.0%
2021 Fall:
- Accounting: 27.2%
- Business Administration/Management: 26.3%
- Business Commerce (AA.FOS.BUSADM): 26.3%
- Business Technology: 24.0%
- International Business and Trade: 7.7%
- Marketing: 33.3%
- Real Estate: 29.6%
- Overall Dallas College: 26.0%
- Overall BHGT: 25.0%
- Austin Community College District: 26.0%
- Houston Community College: 24.0%
THECB ASALFS Report
School of BHGT graduates with employment within 12 months of graduation by program, 2020-2021 through 2022-2023.
| Program Name | 2020-2021 | 2021-2022 | 2022-2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 46.5% | 60.9% | 54.5% |
| Banking and Financial Support Services | 66.7% | 75.0% | 60.0% |
| Business Administration and Management | 56.0% | 55.4% | 49.6% |
| Business Commerce, General | 0.0% | 76.5% | 70.4% |
| Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary | 60.0% | 85.7% | 75.0% |
| Human Resource Management | n/a | n/a | 60.0% |
| International Business and Trade | 66.7% | 33.3% | 66.7% |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 60.0% | 42.9% | 40.0% |
| Real Estate | 60.0% | 60.9% | 44.2% |
| Dallas College | 37.8% | 38.8% | 41.1% |
| Austin Community College | 38.4% | 40.2% | 44.2% |
| Howard County Junior College | 45.6% | 46.7% | 50.2% |
BHGT Graduates Employment Rate
- 2020–21 Highlights:
- Accounting: 47%
- Business Administration and Management: 67%
- Banking and Financial Support Services: 60%
- Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary: 0%
- Marketing/Marketing Management: 60%
- Real Estate: 60%
- Dallas College Average: ~52%
- Austin Community College: ~55%
- Howard County Junior College: ~60%
- 2021–22 Highlights:
- Accounting: 55%
- Business Administration and Management: 75%
- Banking and Financial Support Services: 77%
- Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary: 86%
- Marketing/Marketing Management: 29%
- Real Estate: 43%
- Dallas College Average: ~55%
- Austin Community College: ~60%
- Howard County Junior College: ~61%
- 2022–23 Highlights:
- Accounting: 60%
- Business Administration and Management: 75%
- Banking and Financial Support Services: 67%
- Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary: 50%
- Marketing/Marketing Management: 40%
- Real Estate: 44%
- Dallas College Average: ~59%
- Austin Community College: ~60%
- Howard County Junior College: ~67%