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