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Utilising Generation Y: United States Hospitality And Tourism Students' Perceptions Of Careers In The Industry, Scott Richardson, Nicholas J. Thomas Jan 2012

Utilising Generation Y: United States Hospitality And Tourism Students' Perceptions Of Careers In The Industry, Scott Richardson, Nicholas J. Thomas

Nicholas J. Thomas

This purpose of this study is to ascertain U.S. hospitality and tourism management student's perceptions of jobs in the industry. To undertake this, students were asked to identify which factors were important when choosing a career and whether the hospitality and tourism offers these. Additionally, students were asked their perceptions towards a number of dimensions relating to careers in the hospitality and tourism industry. Overall, it is clear that respondents are generally happy with the careers being offered in hospitality and tourism and are committed to pursuing careers in the industry.


Minorities In Hospitality Management, Robert H. Bosselman Jan 1994

Minorities In Hospitality Management, Robert H. Bosselman

Robert H. Bosselman

Although diversity in hospitality management benefits from business open-door policies and managerial development programs, it will be necessary for educational programs to go well beyond their traditional recruitment and retention programs to help minorities pursue opportunities in the hospitality field. This article reviews minority participation in the field and proposes some strategies for success.