Course Description

Program Description Gain the English language, study skills and academic knowledge you need to enter into an undergraduate degree at Royal Roads University. As part of this three semester program you will study a range of academic subjects that will develop your English language, quantitative, analytical and interpersonal skills. These skills will provide you with the base for successfully completing an undergraduate degree. International year one is a pathway program for international students who want to study an undergraduate degree at Royal Roads University, but do not have a diploma required for direct entry. The BA in International Hotel Management (BAIHM) program sets students up for a successful career in hotel management. The cohort is truly international with students coming from all over the world to study the latest in hospitality thinking and practices. As an international student you’ll feel right at home in the diverse cohort. Experiential learning is a key component of the program. Part of this learning includes multiple on-site hotel visits in one of Canada's leading tourism destinations, Victoria B.C. and field schools in places such as Vancouver and Whistler, providing students the opportunity to interact with multi-national hotel brands and innovative boutique properties. BAIHM students have the opportunity to benefit from a perspective-shifting experience of studying one or two semesters abroad at any of our partner universities in Korea, India, Austria, Germany or Chile. This program component provides students a customizable study option and a chance to expand their international experience. In year four, students apply their skills through a compulsory three-month internship. Students work with a dedicated team of faculty and staff to find their work placement, which can take place anywhere in the world, and they benefit from one-on-one faculty guidance and support throughout their placement. In the past, students have secured internships in locations throughout Canada, China, Dubai, Korea, Australia and more. Positions have ranged from front line, to heart-of-the-house, to management trainee positions. Internships enable students to launch their careers and find exceptional opportunities for employment around the world while expanding their network.

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