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The Tourism, Hospitality and Events Student's Guide to Study and Employability Sally Everett

The Tourism, Hospitality and Events Student's Guide to Study and Employability By Sally Everett

The Tourism, Hospitality and Events Student's Guide to Study and Employability by Sally Everett


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A new, 'one-stop-shop' textbook with everything needed for first year skills modules taken by tourism, events and hospitality students.

The Tourism, Hospitality and Events Student's Guide to Study and Employability Summary

The Tourism, Hospitality and Events Student's Guide to Study and Employability by Sally Everett

This essential companion will guide you on your journey throughout your studies in tourism, hospitality and events management, from starting your university or college programme, to developing the essential skills needed for successful study and employment, to ensuring you perform well in assessments, through to applying for and securing a graduate level job and entering the workplace.

Highly practical and accessible, chapters include:

  • Think points to encourage you to pause and reflect on what the topic means for you
  • Reflection exercises to help you evaluate your own skills, attributes and strengths/weaknesses
  • Industry insights to offer you a unique view into the industry you'll be working in
  • Employer insights to provide you with real-world case examples from employers
  • Student insights to show you different perspectives experienced by your peers

Written by experts in the field, this friendly guide will provide you with everything you need to succeed and support you along every step of the way through your studies and into industry!

About Sally Everett

Sally is Professor of Business Education and Vice Dean (Education) at King's Business School, King's College London. Sally was previously a Deputy Dean at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) and led their work on inclusive learning and teaching. She is a National Teaching Fellow and a Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Before her time at ARU, Sally was the Head of Department for tourism and marketing at the University of Bedfordshire, and previously worked for a large heritage visitor attraction in Bristol. Sally's research interests include cultural tourism and inclusive education. Publications include 'Food Tourism: Principles and Practices' with Sage Publications and numerous articles on tourism, community resistance and inclusive teaching.

Table of Contents

Section A: Study Skills for Tourism, Hospitality and Events Chapter 1: The value of a university education Chapter 2: Typical teaching methods and approaches Chapter 3: Researching tourism, hospitality and events Chapter 4: Finding sources and academic reading Chapter 5: Academic writing and referencing Chapter 6: Assessments: written course work and examinations Chapter 7: Assessments: presentations (group and individual) Chapter 8: Critical thinking and questioning what you are reading Chapter 9: Digital literacy and the application of ICT Chapter 10: Reflective thinking Chapter 11: Time management Section B: Personal Development and Employability Skills Chapter 12: Employability: developing skills for work and life Chapter 13: Communication and interpersonal skill development Chapter 14: Body talks: body language and non-verbal communication Chapter 15: Team-working and leading others Chapter 16: Languages and cultural sensitivity Chapter 17: Social responsibility and sustainability awareness Chapter 18: Project Management Chapter 19: Problem Solving and Creativity Section C: Gaining work experience Chapter 20: Graduate employment in tourism, hospitality and events Chapter 21: Work Placements and internships Chapter 22: Volunteer opportunities and part time work Section D: Career planning and preparation Chapter 23: Successful transition into the world of work Chapter 24: Understanding the selection process Chapter 25: Social media and your job search Chapter 26: Personal branding: 'brand me' Chapter 27: Effective networking Chapter 28: Postgraduate studies and the route towards an academic career Section E: Securing and entering employment Chapter 29: CVs Chapter 30: Application forms and covering letters Chapter 31: Selection interviews Chapter 32: Psychometric tests Chapter 33: Assessment and recruitment centres Section F: Your own way? Entrepreneurship and future opportunities Chapter 34: Developing ideas and concepts for a new business Chapter 35: Emergent opportunities and the Fourth Industrial Revolution Chapter 36: Conclusion

Additional information

GOR012222459
9781526436467
1526436469
The Tourism, Hospitality and Events Student's Guide to Study and Employability by Sally Everett
Used - Very Good
Paperback
SAGE Publications Ltd
2020-11-24
592
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