On August 3rd, 2022, the Department of Tourism and Hotel Management organized an industry-academia meeting with the HR teams of Madinat Jumeirah, a renowned luxury resort in Dubai. The objective of the meeting was to facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration between the academia and industry professionals to enhance the employability of students in the tourism and hospitality sector.
The meeting started with an introduction by the Department of Tourism and Hotel Management, followed by a presentation from the HR teams of Madinat Jumeirah. They shared insights into the company’s recruitment process and highlighted the key skills and attributes they look for in potential employees.
Academia representatives then presented their research findings and insights on current trends in the tourism and hospitality industry, including the impact of technology, changing customer behavior, and emerging markets. The presentations were followed by a Q&A session, where the industry professionals sought further clarification on the topics discussed.
The meeting concluded with both academia and industry expressing their appreciation for the opportunity to interact and exchange knowledge. They also agreed to collaborate further to enhance the curriculum and ensure that students have the necessary skills and knowledge to meet the industry’s evolving demands.
