Frederick Becker, Ph.D.

Education

• Ph.D, Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management - Pennsylvania State University
• MALS, Administration and Leadership - State University of New York at Plattsburg
• BSBA, Hotel and Restaurant Management - University of Denver
• AAS, Hotel and Restaurant Management - Paul Smith's College

Credentials

• Legal Aspects of Foodservice, 1994 - National Restaurant Association, Educational Foundation
• Serving Alcohol with Care, 1988 - American Hotel and Motel Association, Educational Institute
• Certified Rooms Division Executive, 1987 - American Hotel and Motel Association, Educational Institute

Courses

• Intro to Hospitality Management
• Facility Management
• Hospitality Marketing
• Current Issues in Hospitality
• Professional Effectiveness

Research Interests

• The impact of fun in the workplace on turnover among entry-level workers in the hospitality industry. Dissertation, The Pennsylvania State University, 2012

Service

• Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association, Southern Chapter Board Member, 2017-present
• Accreditation Evaluator, 2012, 2013 - Middle States Commission on Higher Education
• Accreditation Evaluator, 2006 - Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration
• Board of Directors, 1991-1993 - The New York State Hospitality and Tourism Association

Experience

• Dean, School of Business and Hospitality, 2013-2014, Pennsylvania College of Technology
• Dean, School of Hospitality, 2003-2013, Pennsylvania College of Technology
• Associate Professor, 2000-2002, Assistant Professor, 1994-2000, Pennsylvania School of Technology
• Faculty Coordinator/Department Chair, 1989-1993, Paul Smith's College
• Front Office Supervisor/Instructor, 1986-1989, The Hotel Saranac of Paul Smith's College