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I enrolled on this programme at HPSHCC mainly because of its high articulation rate. The lecturers were professional and they provided advice on further study that helped me overcome hard times. I also took a 6-month placement at a local 5-star hotel. The experience enhanced my knowledge in hospitality and I could progress to a related bachelor’s degree programme at PolyU.

The HD is very comprehensive, covering a wide range of hotel industry knowledge, which laid a good foundation for my further studies and future career. In addition, the six months hotel internship helped me to learn guest service skills and cultivate a positive attitude to deal with work-related difficulties. Teachers were enthusiastic in teaching and willing to share their work experience in the hotels which was very useful to us. Finally, I was very grateful to teachers and counselors for their support and encouragement.

My 2 years of study at HPSHCC was the best part of my life. I chose to study here as I know that the hotel management program is all-rounded. It allows me to learn more about the hotel industry. The lecturers are knowledgeable towards hotel industry. They love sharing their experience and encourage students to explore more. Moreover, with a half-year internship for every students, I can apply the theories learnt in the workplace. This internship allows me to explore more about the hotel industry and makes me determinate to set hotel as my career.

To work in the hospitality industry is always my dream, so I decided to study this course after getting  unsatisfactory DSE results. The college lecturers provide us with abundent support and information during the study. The programme also provides a precious chance for me to work as a trainee in the Peninsula Hotel to experience the real hotel operations for 6 months.

To sum up the past two years of my study at HPSHCC, the programme and internship were beyond amazing honestly. Lecturers are all passionate and well experienced in the service industry. The College has collaborated with a number of 5-star hotels to offer us six-month placement opportunities. For me, working at The Peninsula Hong Kong as a trainee has definitely widened my horizons and built a good foundation of my career development.

After receiving unsatisfactory results in two public examinations, with desperation, I entered HPSHCC - a college where I never knew it could help me to develop my full potential in future. Besides, the knowledge I acquired that are favourable for my academic advancement, I also met lots of people including lecturers and classmates who had offered countless support to me. In addition, I was also given an opportunity to have a 6-month internship training at Four Seasons Hotel in Hong Kong. Having an opportunity to work  in one of the most renowned hotels, this eventually became a showcase to help my further study plans and career developments. With strong dedication, I am sure everyone would be able to pursue their dream.

Higher Diploma in Hotel Managementgrantedme a 6-month internship practice at Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Hong Kong, in which really acted as the milestone in my academic development in hospitality. This is definitely the one and only programme in Hong Kong that provides fruitful opportunities to actualize concepts and knowledge we learnt in reference books. In terms of programme structures, it is well arranged with practical exercises, quizzes coupled with exams and group-projects which prepared  students to take up any job nature in hotels and tackle any challenges in the workplace. Together with lecturers who are having rich experiences in this field, you can surely find your path in the career development.

During these two years I have significantly advanced my leadership and personal skills, which can equip me well for the future. The support from lecturers have not only enabled us to overcome academic difficulties, but also consolidated our knowledge of the hotel industry. The challenges in our internship have been very effective learning. I have learnt that you should always remember your goal and never get frustrated easily; do not hesitate to ask for help and stay positive.

Today, I am very grateful that I made a wise decision two years ago. In these two years, I have been consistently impressed with our lecturers’ rich industrial experience as well as their unconditional support and care to every student. Beyond doubt, a 6-month internship was truly a precious experience. My internship as a sales and marketing trainee at The Peninsula Hong Kong, one of the most leading and reputable hotels in the world, not only provided me with a learning opportunity to apply my knowledge and skills learnt from class, but also learned the skills of official website maintenance, online travel agent update and social media monitoring. All these golden learning opportunities help me to test and break through my limits. Having worked closely with teammates and many online travel agents within the industry enhanced my job knowledge and built a strong foundation of my future career development.

It has always been my dream to work in the hospitality industry and thankfully the College provides lot of opportunities for me to learn, enhance and prove myself. Besides, this programme offers an internship for every student and it’s my privilege to work at the front office department in InterContinental Hong Kong. This once-in-a-life-time opportunity not only broadened my horizons, but also enhanced both knowledge and skills for my future career. I believe wrong choices might bring us to the right places. This is why sometimes we have to loose ourselves in order to find ourselves. It is never too late to persue our dreams.