Course Description
This course is designed to provide a broad exposure to the operations of hospitality industry (including the hotel and the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions (MICE ) industries) and knowledge of the structure, goals and work procedures of the agency by participating in guided observations and activities. This work-study program is limited to Year 3 or Year 4 students who are enrolled in the Convention and Hospitality Management Stream. Students in the Internship are supervised directly by professionals in the Agency, who communicate directly with the University Instructor. While each learning experience will differ depending on the type of agency, situation, and duration. Instructor will guide and assist the students through their professionally-oriented learning experience. At the end of their internship, students are able to enter their chosen profession with confidence.
Intended Learning Outcomes
CILO-1: Experience the reality of convention and hospitality job application processes.
CILO-2: Critically reflect on challenges and opportunities of convention and hospitality work and work environments.
CILO-3: Evaluate their strengths and weaknesses in the context of convention or hospitality work.
CILO-4: Develop effective communication and presentation skills.
CILO-5: Realise ways to overcome challenges and weaknesses of convention and hospitality work and work environment.