In your final assignment, you will develop a deep understanding and practical insights into a chosen career within the lodging management industry. You will conduct in-depth research on various aspects of the profession, including job responsibilities, required qualifications, and career progression opportunities. Additionally, you will develop professional networking skills through engaging with industry experts and conducting informational interviews. The assignment culminates in a reflective essay that demonstrates your ability to critically evaluate the acquired knowledge from this course and your research and its relevance to your personal career aspirations in a professional context. Please complete each of the six activities below.
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- Career Selection: Choose a specific career within the lodging management industry that you would like to explore further. This could include roles like hotel manager, revenue manager, event planner, or sustainability coordinator.
- Career Research: Conduct thorough research on your chosen career, including job responsibilities, required qualifications, salary expectations, and potential for career growth. Utilize credible sources, such as industry websites and reports.
- Professional Connection: Reach out to a professional currently working in the chosen career field. This could be done through LinkedIn, industry events, or alumni networks. Establish a connection and request an informational interview. (I can also email to introduce you)
- Interview Preparation: Develop a list of thoughtful and relevant questions to ask during the interview. Ensure that your questions cover aspects like daily responsibilities, challenges, career advice, and industry trends.
- Interview Conduct: Conduct the interview with the professional, either in person, over the phone, or via video conference. Be prepared, respectful, and attentive during the conversation.
- Interview Reflection: After the interview, write a reflective essay summarizing your findings. Discuss the key insights gained, how they align with your career goals, and any potential challenges or opportunities in the chosen field.
Deliverables
- Cover Page
- Career Research Report: This report should include information about the chosen career within the lodging management industry. It should cover job responsibilities, required qualifications, salary expectations, potential for career growth, and relevant industry trends. Use credible sources for your research. (Maximum 5 pages double-spaced, Times New Roman, 12).
- Interview Questions: Prepare a list of thoughtful and relevant questions that you plan to ask during your interview with the industry professional. Ensure your questions cover various aspects of the career, such as daily responsibilities, challenges, career advice, and trends. (Add at the end of the report)
- Professional Connection Documentation: Provide evidence of your effort to establish a connection with a professional working in your chosen career field. This could include screenshots of LinkedIn messages, email correspondence, or proof of attendance at industry events. (Add at the end of the report)
- Interview Reflection Essay: Write a reflective essay summarizing your interview experience. Discuss the key insights you gained from the interview, how they align with your career goals, and any potential challenges or opportunities in the chosen field. (It can be embedded in your report)
Grading Criteria
Your assignment will be assessed based on the following criteria:
- Clarity and depth of observation
- Critical analysis of the service quality
- Insightful reflection on the guest experience
- Alignment with lodging management principles
- Quality of recommendations for improvement
- my information —
A Junior at the University of South Florida completing a Bachelor of Science in Marketing with a Minor in Hospitality Management and a Minor in Business Analytics, her passion for hospitality started early, waitressing in India as a teenager and realizing that what she loved most was making guests feel genuinely cared for an instinct shaped by her grandmother’s belief that food brings people together. Since then, she has built a remarkably well-rounded foundation: she currently shadows the events team at the Tampa Marriott Water Street, works in guest-facing hospitality at Levy Restaurants, and serves as Vice President of Events for Dance Marathon USF, where she leads a team of three directors and organizes fundraising events benefiting Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Beyond campus, she co-founded HonourCourt, a sports event management company in India, where she secured corporate sponsorships from Decathlon and Buffalo Wild Wings, managed full tournament logistics, and built a team from scratch. Her long-term goal is to lead guest experience and event strategy at a major hospitality company.
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