Centre for Hospitality Innovation and Leadership (CHIL)
The Centre for Hospitality Innovation and Leadership (CHIL) is a dynamic platform designed to bridge the gap between academia and industry. Conceived as a vibrant hub within the School of Hospitality and Service Management (SHSM), CHIL serves as a conduit for forging deeper ties with our esteemed industry partners.
Beyond the conventional academic spectrum, CHIL seeks to redefine collaboration by extending beyond the traditional confines of work-based learning programs. Our vision is to provide students with enriching, hands-on experiences, while simultaneously bolstering our industry connections through collaborative educational endeavours and effective delivery.
Our strategy does not stop there. We plan on fuelling industry-relevant research, training and consultancy, striving to offer insights, short courses and solutions that reflect the changing dynamics of the hospitality sector.
Ultimately, CHIL is not just an educational centre, it's an innovation powerhouse. Our commitment is to drive talent development, business innovation, and empower the hospitality and tourism industry to reach new heights. We are passionately working towards shaping the future of the hospitality industry, one initiative at a time.
OVERVIEW
Vision and Mission of the Centre
It is the vision of the Centre that academia and industry could draw on each other’s strengths and develop synergy to support the development of the hospitality and tourism industry through collaborations.
MEET OUR MEMBERS
Members from Academia and Industry
Experienced members from both academia and industry in various aspects of hospitality - from culinary arts and food studies to hospitality management, marketing, and service.
Previous Event
Hospitality United: Reshaping the Future for Culinary, Events & Hotels
30 November 2023
This event aimed to strengthen the relationship between the industry and academia through educational development and industry-relevant discussions. The highlight of the event was a riveting panel discussion with esteemed industry leaders Michele Kwok (Co-Founder and driving force behind Soul Society Group), Victor Foo (MIHM and Certified Hotel Administrator), and Rahul Bharadwaj (Co-Founder of Anderes Fourdy Sdn Bhd). Furthermore, both undergraduate and postgraduate students also contributed to the event showcasing, their hospitality knowledge and skills in different segments.
Read more about the event's highlights here.
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