DSE list 2020 | 5 IVE hotel and tourism students share that learning is not only about knowledge

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Written by: Wang Yuechen

2020-07-20 16:20

Everyone has his "student years," full of good memories and gains. Some people choose to strive for knowledge and others enjoy participating in various activities with their classmates, but no matter what colleges and subjects you choose, if the years spent in student days can inspire you to pursue your future career path, you can move towards your goals. most important. These 5 students of IVE Hotel and Tourism also have different profound experiences.

Understand the culture of various countries and establish a world view

Kwong Minghui (Pinky) loves to travel and loves to know the culture of different countries, so after graduating from DSE, he chose to study for the IVE Advanced Diploma in Tourism and Conference and Exhibition and graduated in 2019. In addition to teaching Pinky's different tourism industry knowledge, the course also brought her many precious internship opportunities. Pinky has a soft spot for Disneyland since she was a child. In 2018, she participated in the US Disney Ambassador Program for an internship for one year. "It is unforgettable to be able to work with colleagues of different nationalities. Not only did I improve a lot in English, but also learned how to deal with interpersonal relationships and communication skills, which made my dreams come true." In addition, she went to JTB travel agency in Osaka, Japan for an internship. "I used to intern in Osaka travel agencies and hotels for 2 months to experience local culture, but during this internship, I learned a lot of tourism industry practical knowledge and respect for different cultures."

Appreciate actual combat experience, learn team spirit

Claris believes that the course will help her achieve her dream of becoming a hotel management team in the future.

For Claris Feng, who is currently studying Year 2 of the IVE Higher Diploma in Hospitality and Catering Industry Management, the course helped her achieve her dream of becoming a hotel management team in the future. "The course provides a lot of practical training, so that students can conduct simulation training in professional facilities. For example, we will learn practical skills in the professional wine tasting studio, training kitchen, training restaurant and simulation room." Claris also pointed out that the course also provides Industry internships allow students to accumulate practical experience. For example, she herself went to work in the VIP room of the Jockey Club and went to Taiwan to learn coffee knowledge and brewing skills. "These internships have taught me that it is important to do well in the hotel and catering industry, to manage the team, and to maintain team spirit." Claris also pointed out that this year's new IVE International Hotel Management and Intelligent Service Higher Diploma in Hotel Management and Intelligent Services has trained students in hotel operations. Skills, learning technology applications and creativity. The course also provides comprehensive internships in the workplace, so that students can master the knowledge and skills of the relevant industry to meet the development trend of smart hotels in the 21st century.

Integrate technology into sports training

A Fu Feeling Course allows him to continue to advance towards his goals step by step.

Fu Weijin (A Fu) is studying IVE Higher Diploma in Sports Administration Year 1 this year. In addition to learning various sports skills and administrative knowledge, he will also learn how to use new technologies such as 3D printing, AR, and VR to design sports training projects. "My new project recently is to design park amusement facilities using 3D technology. It taught me how to manage other sports venues and facilities, as well as the knowledge of preparing large-scale sports events." Nowadays, science and technology are advanced, and new technologies can also assist sports, Fu I agree with this, "I believe that advanced technology is needed to improve all kinds of sports training to be professional, and the forward-looking and interactive nature of the courses attract me." With the latest knowledge, Fu deeply feels that he can continue to go step by step. Go ahead with your own goals.

Grasp industry knowledge to recognize the development direction

Yoki has acquired knowledge and skills related to hotel, tourism and industry in the course.

Yoki, who is currently studying IVE International Hospitality Management Advanced Diploma Year 2, said that she herself did not decide on her own development direction when she progressed from the basic course diploma to the advanced course diploma, so she chose the all-inclusive international hospitality management (hotel, Tourism and Recreation) Advanced Diploma, I gave myself more choices. Later I found that hotel is my favorite field, so I decided to develop in hotel after graduation. Yoki learned about the front hall, housing, and travel, while letting her recognize her goals and move towards her ideals.

Exercise perseverance and faith to train future athletes

The course allowed Nathan to continue his career as a coach.

Nathan, who is studying for the Higher Diploma in Sports Coaching at IVE, is a member of the Hong Kong Roller Skating Team and has completed a degree. Because of his strong interest in becoming a coach, he enrolled in the course. Nathan pointed out that the courses exposed him to training in different sports, and also filled in the professional knowledge lacking as an athlete, such as coaching skills, team management knowledge and sports psychology. In addition, he also learned how to maintain his body in the best condition to cooperate with sports training. However, Nathan believes that the course has allowed him to develop positive and firm beliefs, allowing him to stick to the path of coaching. Asked about Nathan's plans after graduation? "I am determined to contribute to the sports industry in Hong Kong and train more future sports elites, so I plan to continue to study and become a professional coach." The subject also has an IVE Advanced Diploma in Recreation, Sports and Entertainment Management to train students with professional industry knowledge and clubs. Management, etc., suitable for students who like event planning and cultural development.

IVE Hotel and Tourism Department

The hotel and tourism subject of the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (IVE) is committed to meeting the needs of the industry. It provides two-year advanced diploma courses for recent DSE graduates, covering hotel and catering industry management, international hotel management and smart services, tourism, conferences and exhibitions , Airport Operation Management, International Hospitality Management, Recreation and Sports Management, Sports Administration, Sports Coaching and other courses; it also provides a one-year basic course diploma (hotel reception) to provide students with professional knowledge, overseas exchanges and internship opportunities , After graduation, you can even connect to a designated university bachelor's degree program, through multiple outlets.

IVE Higher Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism graduates have multiple options for further studies, including the Hong Kong Institute of Higher Education and Technology (THEi) Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Hotel Operations Management, a top-up degree, and a bachelor degree co-organized by the Institute of Talented Higher Education (SHAPE) and overseas universities Pathway courses, or study abroad. Higher diploma graduates in the fields of hotel and catering, recreation, sports and entertainment, tourism and conventions can be directly admitted to designated British universities to enter relevant top-up bachelor's degree programs that have been academically accredited by Hong Kong, qualifications and local university degrees Equivalent. Relevant courses are provided by Sheffield Halland University in the United Kingdom and Roseumbia University in Newcastle, United Kingdom.

More hotel and tourism courses: https://hospitality.vtc.edu.hk/tc/programme/ 

Subject website: hospitality.vtc.edu.hk

Phone: 2708 5383 /2957 5721

Email: htdpo@vtc.edu.hk

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