Ascott Vietnam has successfully hosted a Career Talk and an MoU signing ceremony with the Faculties of Tourism and Hospitality Management at leading universities in Hanoi, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing future talent in the hospitality industry. The recent event attracted 200 students from prominent institutions such as the National Economics University, the Hanoi Open University, the Foreign Trade University, Phenikaa University, and ThuongMai University, marking a significant step towards strategic partnerships between Ascott Vietnam and these educational leaders.

The initiative aims to strengthen ties between academia and industry, offering young Vietnamese talent valuable career pathways in hospitality. Through these partnerships, students can engage in internship programs and management trainee programs and secure permanent positions at Ascott Vietnam. This collaboration not only provides students with practical experience but also equips them with the essential skills to excel in the hospitality sector.

During the Career Talk, Ascott leaders shared insights and experiences, inspiring students to pursue their passion and strive for excellence. The discussions provided a deeper understanding of the hospitality industry’s opportunities and challenges, fostering a spirit of continuous learning and personal development.

The event also cemented Ascott Vietnam’s reputation as a preferred employer in the hospitality industry. By partnering with leading universities, it strengthens its leadership while contributing to the development of a high-quality workforce ready to meet future market demands.

About The Ascott Limited

Since pioneering Asia-Pacific’s first international-class serviced residence with the opening of The Ascott Singapore in 1984, Ascott has grown into a trusted hospitality company with over 950 properties worldwide. Headquartered in Singapore, its presence spans more than 220 cities in over 40 countries and territories across Asia-Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the US.

Ascott’s diverse portfolio includes serviced residences, co-living properties, hotels, senior living apartments, student accommodation, and rental housing. Its award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, and others. Ascott’s loyalty program, Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), offers members exclusive privileges and rewards at participating properties.

As a wholly-owned business unit of CapitaLand Investment Limited, Ascott is a leading vertically-integrated lodging operator, leveraging its extensive network of third-party owners and in-market expertise to grow its fee-related earnings through hospitality and investment management.

In Vietnam, Ascott is the largest international lodging owner-operator, with nearly 9,000 units in 35 properties across key cities, including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, and elsewhere. Ascott Vietnam’s excellence has been recognized with numerous accolades, including the prestigious “Vietnam’s Leading Serviced Apartment Brand” award at the 2024 World Travel Awards and a Golden Dragon Award for “Top 50 Outstanding Foreign-Invested Enterprises 2023-2024”.

About CapitaLand Investment Limited

CapitaLand Investment Limited is a leading global real asset manager, headquartered and listed in Singapore. As of March 31, 2024, it managed S$134 billion ($102 billion) in assets and S$100 billion ($76.78 billion) in funds. It operates across various real estate asset classes, including retail, office, lodging, logistics, and others, while prioritizing sustainability, with a commitment to achieve net-zero carbon emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2050.

For more information on Ascott and its sustainability programs, please visit www.discoverasr.com/the-ascott-limited or follow it on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn.