Graduates in Full Employment
At the recent graduation ceremony at Shannon College, 62 students returned to college to receive their certificates and awards. The full class of 62 graduates are in full employment or are pursuing postgraduate education. In the current climate, it is rare to have such a high level of employment among graduates. Hotel employers of the 2010 class include Jumeriah International in Dubai, Marriott Hotels and Fitzpatrick Hotels in the US and Principal Hayley Hotels in the UK. Other graduates are working in Ireland, Germany, India and China.
Speaking at the graduation ceremony, College Director, Mr. Philip J. Smyth noted the reason for the high level of employment of these graduates;
“One of the reasons for this high level of job placement is that today’s graduates are industry ready. They have achieved academic success, have completed rigorous practical and leadership training and have experienced the industry first hand through internships.”
In the boom years, this education and experience was enough; hotels were thriving, new properties were opening weekly; and graduates were in high demand. However, in the current climate, being industry ready has a new meaning. Director, Philip J. Smyth advised graduates that they are expected to be proactive and hungry, to be flexible and to consider roles outside of their comfort zone;
“A successful career in the hotel industry is no longer just about the desirable job title in a desirable destination. A successful career in our dynamic hotel industry is about making your mark in your hotel, about learning all the “ins and outs” of your property and what makes your organisation profitable and successful. Graduates who stay sharp, who say yes to every opportunity and challenge that comes their way, will be able to cherry pick their jobs in the future. No location, no organisation and no brand will be out of their reach.”
Further Information:
Please contact Sarah Geraghty, Marketing Manager, for further information on the 2010 Graduation, or for information on the job opportunities for graduates;
Email: sarahgeraghty@shannoncollege.com
Ph: +353 61 712523
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