2012 Events Archive

Dates: 13-14 September 2012

The International Centre for Tourism and Hospitality Research (ICTHR), Bournemouth University, is pleased to announce this important conference with an aim to debate the broader conceptual ideas and contested relationships between climate change, sustainability and tourism as well as to examine worldwide responses and exchange cutting-edge research.

• This conference will feature keynotes from high-level policy makers from international agencies including UNWTO, UNESCO, UNEP, European Commission and leading research institutions.
• This tourism conference is expected to be crucial for researchers interested in Green Economy and Sustainability aspects as it will follow the Rio+20 UN Summit.

More information about the International conference on Tourism, Climate Change and Sustainability.

Date: 10 July 2012

During this workshop participants will be tasked to devise solutions to the key challenges in the development of citizen brand ambassador programmes.

Workshop facilitator Keith Dinnie, of NHTV Breda University of Applied Sciences and Director of the Centre for City Branding, will present findings from his research into this topic to stimulate debate and group activities.

The workshop is highly participative and interactive, so rather than follow a traditional lecture fashion, key issues will be identified and participants will then be assigned specific tasks to work on in groups before reporting back to the other workshop participants.

A free-thinking, collaborative atmosphere will be created in order to maximise the possibilities for mutual learning between workshop participants.

Find out more about this workshop.

Date: 15 June 2012

We encourage you to visit Bournemouth University at an Open Day or campus event, to experience BU first hand. This is a great opportunity to get a feel for the area, find out more about university life and discover whether a course is right for you.

At the Open Day, the School of Tourism run stands and give talks where you can hear more about the subjects and courses on offer, as well as directing your specific questions to a member of the academic staff.

Register for an Open Day and get more information.

Date: 13 June 2012

We offer a range of events for you to find out more about our postgraduate courses. You will have the opportunity to talk to our leading academics, find out about postgraduate accommodation and funding, and for on-campus events, you will be able to view our facilities and talk to current students.

At the Information Session, the School of Tourism run stands and give talks where you can hear more about the subjects and courses on offer, as well as directing your specific questions to a member of the academic staff.

Register for a Postgraduate Information Session and get more information.

Date: 14 March 2012

Tourism expert Fiona Jeffery, who is chair of annual trade exhibition the World Travel Market, will provide a unique insight into her career on Wednesday 14 March, in a public lecture at BU.

Fiona, who was appointed OBE in the New Year Honours list for services to the tourism industry, will be reflecting on her career in the travel and tourism industry, as well as answering questions from students, staff and guests on topics ranging from tourism, marketing, retail, events and hospitality.

She will also be taking part in a discussion about trends in tourism with academics from the School of Tourism.

In 1998 Fiona founded and is now Chairman of the international water-aid charity Just a Drop which the eTourism Lab of BU has been supporting with a social media strategy. The charity aims to deliver clean water to over 1.1 billion people worldwide who have no access near to their homes and by doing so reduce the instance of child death caused by polluted water across the world.

In her role at the World Travel Market, Fiona has created two key initiatives in association with United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), launching the Ministers Summit and World Responsible Tourism Day which take place each year at the international event.

Fiona is a trustee of the charity The Travel Foundation, a Board Member of Tourism Society, received the Shine Woman of the Year Award in 2008 and was nominated for the TTG Outstanding Achievement Award in 2011.

The free lecture will be at the University’s Talbot Campus on Wednesday 14 March at 4pm, with registration from 3pm.

If you would like to attend this event you can register online.

Date: 14 March 2012

This is an exciting and unique event happening at BU. The School of Tourism will be hosting a Careers Forum, including key note speakers, workshops and a Careers Fair focused on the Hospitality and Events industries. The event has been organised by current level I Events students as part of their degree. They have done a great job in putting together a great programme for the day and have benefited immensely from engaging with industry in a highly professional manner.

Key note speaker representing the Hospitality industry is Michel Roux Jr: notable for his recent hosting of ‘Masterchef The Professionals’ and ‘Service’ on BBC television but he is also a two-star Michelin Chef at the London restaurant, Le Gavroche. The keynote speaker representing the Events industry is Louise Kiwanuka.

Further details will be available soon through regular updates and marketing campaigns. Please bear in mind that spaces will be limited as there will be invitations to external organisations and educational establishments as well, so please book when available.

Places are free, and open to all staff and current BU students and will take place in room KG01on Talbot Campus, 10:00 - 11:30 am on 14 March. Please arrive by 09:45am.

Date: 6 March 2012

Kris Gumbrell, CEO at Convivial London Pubs and Bournemouth graduate from 1988 will deliver an informative and insightful presentation on running a small business.

Kris is a typical entrepreneur, balancing his role at Convivial with being a Non Executive Director at Country Food & Dining and Managing Director at Eclipse Business & Management Services Ltd. He was Operations Director at Greene King Plc from 1999-2007 and was previously Retail Development Manager at Scottish & Newcastle from 1996-1999.

Kris is clearly a very driven and successful entrepreneur who has employed BU placement students for a number of years and has taken some on as graduates in a range of different roles.

Places are free, and open to all staff and current BU students and will take place in the Barnes on Talbot Campus, 3-4pm on 6 March

Date: 28 February 2012

Goodwood Estate has been the home of the Dukes of Richmond for more than three centuries. Whether its motorsport, horseracing, golf, art or fresh seasonal menus - everything they do offers a truly unique English experience.

However, as you will see from their website, the Goodwood Estate offers so much more. Natalie Goldring, Senior People and Development Advisor at Goodwood, will explain the diverse but highly successful business model and hopefully entice you to enquire about a career at Goodwood.

Places are free, and open to all staff and current BU students and will take place in the Barnes on Talbot Campus, 3-4pm on 28 February.

Date: 21 February 2012

Blue Arrow Catering & Blend is the premier provider of temporary, contract and permanent recruitment solutions to the catering and hospitality sector. Blue Arrow Catering & Blend employs specialist recruitment consultants with experience across all areas of the catering and hospitality industry.

With an in-depth understanding of both clients’ and candidates’ needs, Blue Arrow Catering & Blend is uniquely positioned to provide the best consultative service in the industry.

Rodney Burt, Branch Manager Southampton & Guildford will explain the finer details surrounding client relationships and the nature of the service they provide in an increasingly important and confusing employment market.

Blue Arrow have been our most successful company to date in terms of the number of students they have employed from BU, with many returning after graduation to begin their career in earnest.

Places are free, and open to all staff and current BU students and will take place in the Barnes on Talbot Campus, 3-4pm on 21 February.

Date: 14 February 2012

This presentation will give an insight into the great work being undertaken at BU by Prof Dimitrios Buhalis and the PhD team.

The scope and range of their research, which many students would have used in their own research for assignments, is cutting edge and entails new developments in Social Media.

A session that shouldn’t be missed and will certainly be helpful for the remainder of any Tourism student’s degree.

Places are free, and open to all staff and current BU students and will take place in the Barnes on Talbot Campus, 3-4pm on 14 February.

Date: 7 February 2012

Poole Tourism has the enviable task of marketing and managing a bustling Quay, the best beaches in England and a stunning harbour that make Poole a natural first choice for a trip to the South Coast.

Graham Richardson, Tourism Manager for Poole, will explain the range and complexity of managing the relationships between all interested business partners in order to keep Poole a destination of choice.

Places are free, and open to all staff and current BU students and will take place in the Barnes on Talbot Campus, 3-4pm on 7 February.

Date: 31 January 2012

Le Manoir, nestled in the picturesque Oxfordshire village of Great Milton, is renowned as one of Britain’s finest gastronomic experiences. It is also one of the country’s most intimate and original hotels, with 32 individually designed guest rooms.

Created by celebrated chef Raymond Blanc, Le Manoir has been delighting guests since 1984. A year later it was awarded two Michelin stars, which it has now held for a remarkable 28 years.

Emma Tomlin, Human Resources Officer will be presenting opportunities at Le Manoir and the student experience to date.

Places are free, and open to all staff and current BU students and will take place in the Barnes on Talbot Campus, 3-4pm on 31 January.

Date: 24 January 2012

Kate Kenward, Executive Director of AITO has been a long standing supporter of BU and keeps her finger firmly on the pulse of her sector and the latest developments.

The Association of Independent Tour Operators offers an unrivalled collection of financially protected quality holidays from award-winning specialist independent tour operators. The sector has been experiencing healthy growth over the last few years and is certainly worth considering.

Places are free, and open to all staff and current BU students and will take place in the Barnes on Talbot Campus, 3-4pm on 24 January.

Date: 17 January 2012

CH&Co are one of our most successful placement companies and over the years have been great supporters of BU and our student development. They operate in the very competitive market of contract caterers, delivering a wide range of brands predominately situated in London and the surrounding area.

Their clients range from high profile law firms and Buckingham Palace, through to major businesses and enterprise organisations. They also operate a very successful event brand operating in locations such as the Natural History Museum.

Alison Gilbert, Human Resources Director and Josh Light, Learning and Development Manager will be joined by their current placements students to give you an insight into their business and the opportunities with CH&Co.

Places are free, and open to all staff and current BU students and will take place in the Barnes on Talbot Campus, 3-4pm on 17 January.

Date: 24 November 2011, 3pm

Bournemouth University's School of Tourism has an enviable track record of developing talented graduates for employment in the events, hospitality, leisure, retail, sports and tourism sectors both in the UK and overseas. We also have respected academics with extensive experience of engaging regularly with industry, commerce and government in the forms of consulting, applied research and policy advice.

Many of our graduates are now in leading positions with companies around the world. We remain committed to developing talented professionals that can 'hit the ground running' by equipping all students with the necessary knowledge and professional skills, attributes and real-world experiences to help them prosper in the challenging world that awaits them.

Your business can benefit from engagement with our pool of talent through:

• Student consultancy
• Student placement and graduate employability
• Continuing professional development
• Knowledge transfer and business engagement
• Collaborative research and mentoring

The BU Talent day in London, sponsored by CH&Co., will take place from 3pm onwards at Farmers' and Fletchers' Livery Hall, 3 Cloth Street, London, EC1A. For more information and to book a place, please email the event organisers.

More information on the BU Talent Day.

Dates: 17 November 2011

The School of Tourism welcomes Greg Paterson to the university, who will deliver a guest lecture to staff and students.

Greg is the General manager at The Beach Club, Florida and is a charismatic character who is sure to inspire students with his talk, as the video he made prior to his talk demonstrates.

Greg’s guest lecture is taking place in the Lees Lecture Theatre and starts at 12pm. All students and staff are very welcome to attend.

Dates: 16 November 2011

We offer a range of events for you to find out more about our postgraduate courses. You will have the opportunity to talk to our leading academics, find out about postgraduate accommodation and funding, and for on-campus events, you will be able to view our facilities and talk to current students.

At the Open Day, the School of Tourism run stands and give talks where you can hear more about the subjects and courses on offer, as well as directing your specific questions to a member of the academic staff.

To book onto an Open Day and for more information please see here.

Dates: 15 November 2011

This week’s guest lecture will be delivered by Hilton Hotels represented by Guy Hilton, General Manager, Hilton Brighton Metropole and veronica Burman, HR Officer, Hilton London Gatwick Airport.

Guy will give an insight into how to develop your career with a large brand like Hilton, the challenges this presents and the opportunities after graduation. Veronica manages all Hilton internships across the UK and did her placement with Hilton in Holland.

The Hilton Group offers global opportunities through their extensive network of hotels and their Elevator scheme is well recognised within the industry. More information about this can be seen on the Hilton website.

This guest lecture is taking place in the Barnes Lecture Theatre and is running from 3 - 4pm. All staff are very welcome to attend.

Dates: 10 November 2011

Tourism experts at Bournemouth University have organised another BU Tourism Futures Forum at the World Travel Market 2011. The forum will facilitate debate about key strategic changes in the tourism sector and the successful response of the industry. The forum will take place on Thursday 10 November 2011 at the ExCeL in London.

The global challenges and opportunities for both tourism destinations and suppliers around the world require innovation in management and operations, calling for a major rethinking of both strategic and tactical Tourism Management. The Tourism Futures Forum will provide an insight into the future dimensions of the tourism industry. It examines major trends in tourism demand and supply and explores the strategic changes that lead to the international tourism industry restructuring.

For more information please see here.

Dates: 24 - 25 October 2011

BU students and graduates seeking information on graduate opportunities, industrial placements, vacation work schemes and alternative options are invited to the 2011 Careers and Placements Fair. Last year, we were delighted to welcome over 85 students and graduates to our Talbot Campus.

The schedule is as follows:

• Monday 24 October: Media, Tourism, Hospitality, Events, Sport, Retail and alternative options.
• Tuesday 25 October: Business, Legal, Accounting, Design, Engineering and Computing.

Dates: 22 October 2011

We encourage you to visit Bournemouth University at an Open Day or campus event, to experience BU first hand. This is a great opportunity to get a feel for the area, find out more about university life and discover whether a course is right for you.

At the Open Day, the School of Tourism run stands and give talks where you can hear more about the subjects and courses on offer, as well as directing your specific questions to a member of the academic staff.

Book onto an Open Day and get more information.

Dates: 15 October 2011

We encourage you to visit Bournemouth University at an Open Day or campus event, to experience BU first hand. This is a great opportunity to get a feel for the area, find out more about university life and discover whether a course is right for you.

At the Open Day, the School of Tourism run stands and give talks where you can hear more about the subjects and courses on offer, as well as directing your specific questions to a member of the academic staff.

Book onto an Open Day and get more information.

Dates: 22 September 2011

BU is hosting a conference on Thursday 22 September to highlight the activity taking place across the region to support the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympics Games. Guest speakers will include John Tweed, CEO of Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, Amy Crees, 2012 Games Project Manager for VisitBritain, and academics from BU’s Centre for Event & Sport Research.

The event is organised in partnership with Business Link South West and RELAYS (the Regional Educational Legacy in Arts and Youth Sport). RELAYS, which is ran in partnership with Universities South West, aims to inspire young people and communities to participate in sports and cultural activities to create a legacy beyond 2012.

Briefings at the conference will include:

• Sailing venue preparations
• Dorset preparations for London 2012
• Leveraging the tourism benefits of the 2012 Games
• Get set for 2012, an update from VisitEngland
• Games Readiness, helping business prepare for the challenge
• 2012 and Beyond: Developing Future Research and Partnership Opportunities for Olympic Tourism and Events

The free event is open to all and runs from 9.15am to 2pm, and includes a networking lunch.

See the programme and book a place for the conference.

Dates: 10 September 2011

We encourage you to visit Bournemouth University at an Open Day or campus event, to experience BU first hand. This is a great opportunity to get a feel for the area, find out more about university life and discover whether a course is right for you.

At the Open Day, the School of Tourism run stands and give talks where you can hear more about the subjects and courses on offer, as well as directing your specific questions to a member of the academic staff.

To book onto an Open Day and for more information please see here.

Dates: 9 September 2011

We encourage you to visit Bournemouth University at an Open Day or campus event, to experience BU first hand. This is a great opportunity to get a feel for the area, find out more about university life and discover whether a course is right for you.

At the Open Day, the School of Tourism run stands and give talks where you can hear more about the subjects and courses on offer, as well as directing your specific questions to a member of the academic staff.

To book onto an Open Day and for more information please see here.

Date: 19 July 2011

The Digital Hub from Bournemouth University is organising an informative and interactive Digital Day with guest speaker Tiffany St James, hosted at Kimmeridge House, Talbot Campus, Bournemouth University.

Bournemouth University has developed a bank of research-led expertise in the Creative and Digital Economy and this event brings that expertise together to help you better understand the opportunities and challenges, what the Digital Hub can do for you and your organization and to allow us to better understand your needs. Themes on the day will include:

• Eye Tracking
• Geographic information systems
• Cloud Computing
• Process Improvement
• eMarket Intelligence
• Creative Citizenship
• Online Marketing
• Computer Animation

Tiffany St James, Digital Strategist and former head of social media for the UK Government, will illustrate how critical it is for every business to harness digital challenges. Tiffany is currently retained by Microsoft, The Guardian, Channel 4 and built the world's first social media laboratory as a managed service for Euro RSCG London, one of the UK's top integrated advertising agencies. She is a Special Advisor to the British Interactive Media Association and Advisor to the Speaker of the House of Commons.

For more information and to book a place, please visit: Digital Economy - Challenges and Opportunities.

Date: 7 - 8 July 2011

On Thursday 7 and Friday 8 July Bournemouth University will be host to the Context Based Services in Tourism workshop. The event is being co-organised by the International Centre for Tourism and Hospitality Research and CICtourGUNE, the Cooperative Research Centre in Tourism, Spain.

Context based services are applications that adapt themselves to a given situation or context. This mobile environment/context may include a range or combination of concepts, such as location, time and identity of user, and matches the mobile user's preferences with services at the visited location, and provides these services in personalized and adaptive manner.

This workshop is designed to facilitate the sharing of ideas on all aspects of the topic and to encourage/facilitate innovative and in-depth analysis with a view to downstream practical applications and outcomes. It is part of on-going series of events organised by the Journal of Information Technology for Travel and Tourism (JITT) focusing on various aspects of information technology within the context of tourism.

The workshop is free. Details about accommodation and booking can be found here.

Dates: 4 - 7 July 2011

We are proud to be hosting the 3rd Conference of the International Association for Tourism Economics from 4 to 7 July 2011.

More information about the IATE conference.

Date: 30 June 2011

A one-day 'BU Talent' event to help our business partners develop and benefit from our talent even further.

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Date: 7 June 2011

Find out more about how you can access expertise from BU's School of Tourism which includes hospitality and nutrition, events and leisure, retail and marketing.

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Date: 12 - 14 April 2011

The programme at the Seventh International Conference on Culinary Arts and Sciences (ICCAS 2011) promises to be an exciting blend of topical research.

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Date: 23 March 2011, Registration from 3pm

John Kent, founder and CEO of youtravel.com and Aquis Hotels and Resorts, visits Bournemouth University to discuss his strong track record in the tourism and travel industry.

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Date: 14 January 2011

'The impact of social media to the inspiration stage of consumer behaviour' with Jerome Touze, Co-Founding Director of www.wayn.com.

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