Personal Statement: Hotel Management
The hotel management industry is very dynamic, lively, and full of adventure as it offers individuals opportunities to explore various aspects of the hospitality industry. Whether the interest is in casino management, food service management, events management, or restaurant management, working in the business brings myriads of possibilities for an individual (Schweitzer). These are what motivate me to pursue the program - the exciting work environment, the benefits that go with it, possible travel opportunities, and career diversity and advancement.
The energetic working environment will provide avenues for me to meet new people who could be my work colleagues or clients. Considering that the job also employs various people of differing nationalities, it will give me a chance to learn more about and have an appreciation of another culture. The benefits and the opportunities to travel to another location also add to the reasons why I am attracted to this field. Hotels provide wonderful bonus incentives to its employees, including discounts on rooms and special rates for holiday getaways. Especially if the hotel is located in various locales, it will allow my family, friends, and me a chance to enjoy events and personal milestones at a lower price (Pursuing a Hotel and Management Degree Can Lead to a Life of Adventure).
Most importantly, a career in hotel management offers opportunities for career diversity and advancement. As hotels reach global status and open branches locally and internationally, the possibility of internal transfers allows me to explore various roles and functions within the industry. I may choose to become involved in the cleanliness of the hotel, management of front desk officers, work in the Sales and Marketing department, or handle hotel operations responsibilities (Career in Hotel Management). The potentials are endless.
Because the industry is going global and cannot be prevented, the hotel management business is here to stay. It can only go from better to best. As the number of international tourists increase every year, the industry will always be in need of qualified employees to perform the various job functions.
Works Cited
"Career in Hotel Management." Jargran Josh. Web. n.d. 9 August 2013. <http://www.jagranjosh.com/careers/hotel-management-1286621388-1>.
"Pursuing a Hotel and Management Degree Can Lead to a Life of Adventure." 365 Days of Travel. 2012. Web. 10 August 2013. <http://www.365.travel/pursuing-a-hotel-management-degree-can-lead-to-a-life-of-adventure/>.
Schweitzer, Karen. "Should I Earn a Hospitality Management Degree." About.com. n.d. Web. 9 August 2013. <http://businessmajors.about.com/od/degreeoptions/a/Should-I-Earn-A-Hospitality-Management-Degree.htm>.
