To equip students of Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM) and Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship (BSENTREP) programs with comprehensive knowledge and essential skills relative to job application processes and documentary requirements, Sorsogon State University – College of Business and Management (SorSU-CBM) spearheaded “Capture. Craft. Captivate. Mastering Travel Content, Innovation, and Professional Development Summit” last May 13, 2024, at the SorSU Social Hall, Sorsogon City Campus.
The one-day activity formally began with an opening message from Dr. Telesforo D. Escoto (Campus Director, Sorsogon City Campus), followed by Dr. Maria Luisa P. Mirasol’s inspirational message.
Organized by BS Entrepreneurship students, under the initiative of Ms. Ma. Cosna Joan E. Jacob and Mr. Resty H. Encinares (CBM faculty members), the summit highlighted several informative talk sessions in the morning, including Topic 1: Travel Content & Photography by Mr. Michael V. Fugnit, Topic 2: How to create content through news and vlogging by Ms. Judith M. Dollison; Topic 2: Tourism Innovation by Ms. Mary Jane Labitag Lopez, and Topic 3: Let’s Get Hired by Ms. Shermyn Santa Ana. Meanwhile, the students participated in Interview Process Simulations in the afternoon activity, which provided them with practical training about varied job interview scenarios.
The event is designed to prepare the participants, particularly the graduating students, for various facets of the job application processes, such as job interviews and the creation of effective resumes & CVs. Moreover, it also sought to inform and guide the participants about current tourism trends and career opportunities, empowering them as they enter the workforce setting. (SorSU PIO)
Photo credits: SorSU-BSTM Students & SorSU PIO
