I have the ultimate people person job

Alan Chu Hotel Culturist, Capella, Sydney

When the pandemic interrupted Alan’s career in government relations in 2020, he decided instead to take the plunge and follow his passion: people.

“I love working with people, hearing their stories, engaging with guests and creating magical experiences for them. And I thought ‘if I’m going to work in a hotel I want to fully immerse myself and study Hotel Management’,” Alan said.

Alan studied at The Hotel School Sydney, immersing himself in work experience and learning from industry professionals.

His role as Hotel Culturist requires a vast and intricate knowledge of Sydney and its surrounds, including the best bars and restaurants, theatre, culture, history and details of more than a thousand works of art within the new hotel.

This recent luxury opening is set in a beautiful historic sandstone building in Circular Quay.

“It’s been a different educational path and a big leap to make the career change, but I’m really glad I made the choice. At The Hotel School I was taught by people who were not only extremely passionate about the industry, but who are also willing to help students develop to their best potential.”

Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management

Admission by interview. Includes compulsory internship.

Duration 3 years full-time/6 years part-time

Starts March, July, October

Location The Hotel School Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

Professional placement A significant professional hospitality placement is a key feature of the course. This may be completed in Australia or overseas.

Entry pathways Associate Degree in International Tourism and Hotel Management or the Diploma of Hotel Management.

Associate Degree in International Tourism and Hotel Management

Admission by interview. Includes paid internship of 880 hours.

Duration 2 years full-time/4 years part-time

Starts March, July, October

Location The Hotel School Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

Professional placement Students have access to 880 hours of paid internships

Entry pathway The Diploma of Hotel Management.

Diploma of Hotel Management

Admission by interview.

Duration 1 year full-time/2 years part-time

Starts March, July, October

Location The Hotel School Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane