Career Stories
Ömer Berkay K., 2025 Graduate
The internship experience of an ABMYO student, which began at The Peninsula Hotel, provided a significant opportunity for him to take a solid step into his professional life. The knowledge, discipline, and guest satisfaction-focused approach he acquired at this prestigious hotel provided him with a deep understanding of the industry and significantly contributed to the development of his professional skills. The experiences gained during the internship boosted his self-confidence in numerous areas, from communication to operations management, and strengthened his commitment to the tourism industry. I sincerely thank the invaluable instructors who supported the student throughout this development process with their guidance, support, and dedication. Their contributions played a significant role in the development of his career path.
Furkan G., 2022 Graduate
The agency sector, with its extensive career opportunities and dynamic structure, is an extremely suitable field for Tourism and Hotel Management graduates. The tour operation, customer relationship management, and planning skills acquired during the training are directly applied in agencies, providing graduates with the opportunity for rapid adaptation and development. Travel agencies offer graduates versatile experience through domestic and international tour planning, reservation processes, and sales and marketing activities. This allows graduates to both enhance their industry knowledge and strengthen their careers by building international networks. Working at agencies provides graduates with the opportunity to develop skills such as problem-solving, communication, and crisis management, making them more equipped for their professional lives. The opportunity for advancement to various positions also supports career development. Therefore, a career in the agency field is an extremely positive choice for Tourism and Hotel Management graduates, both in terms of personal development and professional success. I sincerely thank all my professors who supported us throughout this process and everyone who contributed to our experience in the industry.
