The study of how Asian tourism contributes to climate change is crucial for meeting the terms of the UN Climate Change Conference's and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Despite recent efforts, there is still much research to be done in this area. A new paper examines the risks posed by…
Lorainne Lee Peixin, a former student of BSc (Hons) International Hospitality Management shares her internship experiences from two hotels where she served. This article highlights some of the skills learnt and how serving in the hospitality industry during COVID-19 that has built her resilience.
As MAHIR gears up for Food Hotel Malaysia (FHM) 2023, the association aims to challenge misconceptions and elevate housekeeping's indispensable role in the hospitality industry. With workshops, competitions, and collaborations like The Centre for Hospitality Innovation and Leadership (CHIL) at…
While third-party food delivery apps like GrabFood and Foodpanda have revolutionised Malaysia's culinary landscape, they have also given rise to challenges affecting couriers, restaurant owners, and consumers. The industry faces issues such as worker safety, high commission rates, hidden fees, and…
In the Pacific island states, tourism growth was significantly affected due to the pandemic and climate change. The vulnerabilities of these nations have led to the need to seriously consider setting-up the appropriate coping mechanisms for the local communities to ‘prosper’ once again.
In this article, an alumna from the BSc (Hons) Conventions and Events Management shared a “behind-the-scenes” internship experience at a notable events company, Livescape. During her internship placement, not only does Ally get to practice the skills learnt in the classroom but she also developed…
The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in the decline of all of Malaysia’s economic sectors, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs). This articles discusses the importance of promoting community health among SMEs in Malaysia.
In October 2022, the world witnessed two deadly large-scale events from Asia. Anticipating a higher level of excitements from event attendees in the post-pandemic era, there must be efficient crowd management to prevent such incidences. This article discusses several strategies that event operators…
In this article, the author identifies strategies that hoteliers can implement to attain higher returns while keeping the rates appealing to customers. These methods include forecasting daily, offering the best rate with value, strategising pricing, defining online market rates and digitalising…
Sodium chloride (NaCl) has a significant role in food products' texture, shelf-life, and flavour. The increasing consumption of food products with high amount of NaCl leads to life-threatening pathologies. Salt reduction was one of the most cost-effective strategies. Approaches that are taken…
University students with part-time employment are not uncommon although it is often associated with financial necessity or lifestyle choices. There are often concerns that part-time work could lead to a decline in academic performance. However, work can also enhance character-building and other…
