More hospitality management positions are being taken by graduates of hospitality management programs than ever before. The holders of degrees in hospitality management think of themselves as professionals entering the profession of hospitality management. Professions require specialized knowledge and skills, continuing education within the profession, and must be good for the community and society. While professionals may receive large salaries, for an endeavor to be a “profession” it must have goals beyond high pay and be concerned with the long-term good of the company and also the community the company does business in