Testimonials for the Hospitality Management Program

Industry testimonials:

“At The Fairmont Chateau Whistler, we look forward to recruiting Vancouver Island University students each year as it has been a beneficial partnership. We havefound the students to be well suited for our industry and prepared for the work environment.”

Leighann Joseph, Human Resources - Fairmont Chateau Wistler

“Here at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise we look for dedicated, passionate, positive, andoutgoing colleagues who will turn a moment into a memory for our guests.In past experiences and current times we have found success with students from VIU such as Trina Medd who is currently our Royal Service Supervisor. Trina has grown with our company completing jobs in both Food and Beverage and the Rooms Division. It is the dedication and passion Trina has shown for the Hospitality Industry that has lead to her success today. We are very proud and honored to have her as part of our Team here at the Chateau.”

JENN CAVANAGH / RECRUITMENT MANAGER | THE FAIRMONT CHATEAU LAKE LOUISE

“At Tigh-Na-Mara, our closest working relationship with a hospitality college or university is with [VIU]. We have been very pleased with the students we have recruited from the school, and we look forward to continuing this relationship.

During employer presentations the students looked professional, asked informed questions, and made a very positive impression.

The students hired last summer were dedicated, positive and eager to learn. Some have even remained in our employ while they completed school.Due to our success with VIU Students, theirs is the first college we will be recruiting at in 2006! We are also proud to have [VIU] graduates as members of our management team.”

Laurie Sagle,Director of Human Resources,
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre (Parksville, B.C.)

Graduates testimonials

“The program’s contemporary, real world, appliedapproach rewarded me with a substantial competitive advantage in the marketplace and provided me with keys to doors I did not even know existed. I personally recommend this program for any aspiring hospitality industry professional.”

Adam Knipfel, Sales Coordinator, The Fairmont Chateau Whistler

Graduating Class of 2000

"This program will help you to build a solid base from which tobuild a successful career in the hospitality industry. The knowledgeacquired inthe classroom and on-campus labs has helped to compliment the work experienceobtained during the co-op placements during the summer months. The faculty is industry professionals whowill network with studentsandassist them to acquire a position in the hospitalityindustry. The friends and experiences I made during this programwill last a lifetime.

My decision to return to school has advanced my career in ways I would have not otherwise been afforded. Students who are serious about making hospitality their career will be more than satisfied with the results of theirhard work in the Hospitality Management Program offered through [VIU]”

Jason Shephard - Grad 2004

"The Hospitality Management Program at MALU is a great starting point for those with any experience, and finds a passion for the industry. This program will setyou up for successfor not only a managerial role in the HospitalityIndustry, but forin any industry you chose in the long run, andin your personal life. Even today, I find myself using many of the skills learned, and still hear the advice and voices of my mentors in the back of my mind."

Trina Medd, Telecommunications Leader

The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Alberta

"The combination of practical & technical learning at [VIU], coupled with co-op work placements helped megain the skills and confidence to move into management in the Hospitality Industry and Higher Education (BComm). I recomend it to anyone who sees Hospitality as their career path."

John Dutton, Manager.

Marina Restaurant, Oak Bay Marine Group

Victoria, BC

 

“May I recommend a Hospitality Management program that’s within reach and can take you anywhere you want? For me, it was to the #1 Hotel School in the world.  I transferred from [VIU] to Cornell University in 2005.”

Martin Pinsker, VIU Hospitality Management diploma program, 2004 Junior Transfer to Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration