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Go KINGFISHERS!!!. Putting You in the Picture. Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Degree. Nova Scotia. Population of under 1 million 11 universities 13 community colleges 100 high schools Now the new university capital of Canada. Tourism in Nova Scotia. Visitors – 2.1 million
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Putting You in the Picture Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Degree
Nova Scotia • Population of under 1 million • 11 universities • 13 community colleges • 100 high schools Now the new university capital of Canada
Tourism in Nova Scotia • Visitors – 2.1 million • Revenue – $1.8 billion • Over 35,000 employed • Labour shortage • 2025 shortfall of 9,400 jobs
To be successful in tourism • Teamwork • Communications (listening, empathy) • Guest/customer relations • Professional image (grooming, attire, demeanor) • Comprehension of performance standards • Realistic job/career expectations • Pride of service • Prioritizing needs of others over needs of self
Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management • 4 year degree www.msvu.ca
Salaries www.go2hr.ca Director of Sales and Marketing 63,539 – 78,271 Executive Chef 57,122 – 69,839 F & B Manager 40,511 – 51,546* Accommodations Service Mgr 39,780 – 48,689 *NOTE: over 30% of F & B servers in BC at least double their base salary when gratuities are factored in.
Salaries Example: Hotel General Manager (63,000 – 85,000) Base salary 74,000 Food 9,000 Car allowance 7,200 Clothing/dry cleaning 1,500 Travel 5,000 Fitness membership 1,200 Education 2,500 Bonus 25% salary 18,500 $118,900
Salaries – cont’d. Catering Manager $42, 505 – $51, 405 ($46,000) Bonus 25% $11,500 Gratuities 15% of revenue $20,000 Food $5,000 Dry cleaning $1,500 Education $2,500 $86,500
Some Things You Should Know… • Choosing a university isn’t easy. That is why it is important to know how well regarded the university and its programs are. • The Mount’s classes are really small. Class sizes range from 9 to 26, with an average class size of 20. - get a private school education for a public school price. • Our graduates get jobs in the field and employers seek them out.
Our courses are delivered through the traditional classroom, multi-media, and distance learning. Can’t come to campus? Take your course online! Distance + summer school classes = very flexible schedule for you
Take advantage of the Mount’s exchange programs to study abroad! We partner with 28 other universities in 14 countries Austria Take courses in… Sweden England Spain Mexico Hawaii
Adele –the Olympics • Thinking that you might be interested in knowing what one of your past students is doing now, I thought that I would message you to say that I will be working at the Winter Games next month! I have accepted a supervisory position with Whistler Cooks Catering for the month of February. This company will be feeding athletes, their families, and delegates at the Whistler venues. • I'm positive that the superior education and guidance that I received at the Mount have helped me in achieving this professional and personal goal!Therefore, I owe a lot of thanks to *YOU*!
Maria got engaged in Australia While taking her Masters degree in Tourism in Australia
Tara – ManagerBrisbane Backpackers Resort “There’s a cheery buzz around the reception and beer garden of this colourful hostel swarming with backpackers.” - Lonely Planet
Other careers • Sales Director – Hilton Hotels • Revenue Manager– Westin Hotel • Fairmont Leadership Program • Delta Management Training Program • Pier 21 and other attractions • Nova Scotia Crystal • Restaurant Management • Spa managers • Hotel Manager, Ottawa • Event coordinator – Cunard center
Events & Activities • Annual Business and Tourism Conference • Annual TIANS conference • Learning Passport • Career Panels • Vinnies Pub on campus • Student union – charities, fund raising • Battle of the Bands • Varsity athletics – soccer, basketball, volleyball • Winter carnival • Study tour
Try Us Out • Be a Mount Student for the day. • Contact your teacher to set up time
Call us. The ball’s in your court. www.msvu.ca