The iconic flame made its way through its way to Bournemouth from Poole on the 13th July and remained overnight in Bournemouth before heading onto Christchurch on Saturday 14th July. Dr. Debbie Sadd, Dr. Dorothy Fox and Alexis Major, all from the School of Tourism had the opportunity to carry the flame as it made… Read more » about School of Tourism becomes part of history with the Olympic Torch
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Rami Mhanna meets Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button as part of the Santander Scholarship Programme
Back in October it was announced that Rami Mhanna was a successful applicant of the Santander Scholarship. Each successful applicant was awarded up to £5,000 to travel to a university in the Santander Overseas Network to build or develop relationships. As a PhD student in the School of Tourism Rami is interested in the… Read more » about Rami Mhanna meets Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button as part of the Santander Scholarship Programme
PhD Success for Maeve Marmion
Last week, after a successful defence of her thesis, Maeve Marmion was awarded her PhD subject to some minor amendments. Maeve’s PhD titled “Understanding Heritage: Multiple Meanings and Values”, aimed to explore the ways in which people understand and value heritage through a focus on the lay rather than the expert view. Maeve conducted focus… Read more » about PhD Success for Maeve Marmion
BU School of Tourism at the Olympics and Paralympic Games
With less than a month to go until the Olympics get underway, Bournemouth University School of Tourism is heavily involved in the Games. From Gamesmakers, to Torchbearers, volunteers, venue managers and researchers, the School of Tourism is heavily involved in London 2012. The School of Tourism has 3 lecturers who were nominated to be Torchbearers…. Read more » about BU School of Tourism at the Olympics and Paralympic Games
Bournemouth University School of Tourism Graduates sought out by employers after taking the E-Marketing unit.
Bournemouth University School of Tourism graduates who undertook the E-Marketing unit in their final year have been sought out for jobs by several online marketing agencies due to their skills gained from the unit. Gemma Cooper who works for atom42, an online marketing agency, directly contacted Dr Philip Alford, the leader of the unit, as… Read more » about Bournemouth University School of Tourism Graduates sought out by employers after taking the E-Marketing unit.
Bournemouth University stands out at World Travel Market Workshop
On Friday 22nd June Claire Taylor, Student Experience Administrator, and Anna Jones, Social Media Administrator for the School of Tourism at Bournemouth University attended the World Travel Market workshop in preparation for the World Travel Market in November. The day was attended by exhibitors and PR’s wanting to learn about the best ways to make… Read more » about Bournemouth University stands out at World Travel Market Workshop
Greek Euro crisis, does it mean a cheap holiday?
With Greece in the news recently regarding their position in the Euro, Professor John Fletcher, Director, International Centre for Tourism & Hospitality Research at BU discusses the effects of this on tourism with the potential of cheaper holidays. Prof Fletcher said: ‘The economic crisis has already had a dramatic effect on tourism in Greece with the… Read more » about Greek Euro crisis, does it mean a cheap holiday?
HE & Graduate Careers Convention
Keith Hayman, Head of Continuing Professional Development attended the first Higher Education and Graduate Careers Convention at the Cannington Centre in January. Keith was invited to be a key note speaker at the convention. He highlighted the importance of the skills graduates could acquire during their studies Jeremy Kerswell,… Read more » about HE & Graduate Careers Convention
An Audience with Fiona Jeffery – March 14
Tourism expert Fiona Jeffery, who is chair of annual trade exhibition the World Travel Market, will provide a unique insight into her career on Wednesday 14 March, in a public lecture at BU. Fiona, who was appointed OBE in the New Year Honours list for services to the tourism industry, will be reflecting on her… Read more » about An Audience with Fiona Jeffery – March 14
Michel Roux Jr speaks at BU Careers Forum
This is an exciting and unique event happening at BU. The School of Tourism will be hosting a Careers Forum, including key note speakers, workshops and a Careers Fair focused on the Hospitality and Events industries. The event has been organised by current level I Events students as part of their degree. They have done… Read more » about Michel Roux Jr speaks at BU Careers Forum