Mrs. Sinta Kartika Sari is a seasoned professional with passion for continuous learning to enhance her teaching. Mrs. Sinta Kartika Sari has done Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management, Indonesia. With a rich experience of more than 8+ years in academics, Research, Teaching, Training & Consultancy, Mrs. Sinta Kartika Sari is actively involved in guiding and performing research on various facets of Technologies. Mrs. Sinta Kartika Sari has more than 8+ years of experience in teaching & administration and in the field. Mrs. Sinta Kartika Sari was awarded a Best trainee at Seletar Country club Singapore in 2006, Employee of the year at Centara Grand Island Resort, Maldives in 2013.

Shangrila Institute of Hotel Management

Being a head of training and placement officer of Shangrila Institute of Hotel Management & Aviation, what are your roles and responsibilities towards the students?

The most important responsibility is to arrange for skill development training such as soft skills, communication, interview skill, inter personal skill, public speaking in the attractive way where the students could unlock their hidden potential. Closely manage and support student career services, including career counselling, grooming and helping the prepare of the students to be well-rounded qualified professionals who can match a step in the changing global hospitality industry.

How do you tend to establish healthy relations with the students and fellow faculty? 

With effective communication and active engagement to understand their intentions. Provide clear and effective constructive feedback to ensure we all work together for better education and learning path.

How do you try to bring in practical approach towards subjects and make it industry oriented?

We are inviting industry professionals to speak in class, provide guest lectures, or lead workshops. This will help students gain insight into the industry and the practical application of their knowledge.

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What are the best practices offered by the department to the students which help them gain necessary skills? 

We conducted Hands-on learning opportunities, which provide students with real-world projects, internships, and field experiences that allow them to apply what they have learned in the classroom.

Mentoring and coaching which provide students with access to experienced professionals who can provide guidance and support as they develop their skills.

Professional development workshops and training which Offer workshops and training sessions on a variety of topics such as resume building, interviewing skills, networking, and career development.

Collaborative learning which encourages students to work in groups and teams, which can help them develop important skills such as communication, problem-solving, and teamwork

Experiential learning such as country culture project and storytelling which provide students with opportunities to learn through doing, such research, improve their public speaking skill and understand the other country culture with will help them for the future career.

How do you strategize the curriculum and how often it gets updated to make it befitting for the students?

Our courses are very organized, structured, recognized and designed to provide the student with a solid foundation of learning with equal emphasis on both academic (classroom/ Theory). Strong emphasis has been placed on the practical level of this course structure (real-world-learning), together with relevant theory to provide students with the skills necessary for employment within this dynamic and growing field both nationally and internationally

What are your views upon the placements and higher education about the students from your department or how does your department prepare students for Higher education?

I believe with offering a well-rounded education, with a balance of theoretical and practical knowledge, and a range of hands-on learning opportunities, is likely to produce graduates who are well-prepared for the job market and have a good chance of being placed in top companies.

How do you help your student to cope up with the competition being so high in the outside world?

Encourage them to set realistic goals and work towards achieving them. This can help them stay focused and motivated. 

Help them develop a positive attitude towards competition and learn how to compete in a healthy way. Encourage them to focus on their own progress and improvement, rather than comparing themselves to others.

Help them to be well-rounded. Encourage them to pursue interests outside of academics and develop a balance in their life. Since each student is unique and may respond differently to different strategies. We often conduct open conversation with them and understand their perspective and what they need.

Do you have any extracurricular activities/ programs to enhance the skills of the students or expose them to the real-world challenges?

After the students completed theoretical subject and hands on learning at the college, we expose students for Industrial Training to hotels and resort where a student gets the opportunity to test their interest in their career before permanent commitments.

When you came to the college, what was your vision and how are you trying to achieve the same? 

Encouraging diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of the college's operations and activities to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students.

How does the curriculum of your department/college ensures the best practice of the industry?

Incorporate real-world case studies, projects, and problem-based learning into the curriculum. This allows students to apply what they have learned to real-world situations and develop the skills and knowledge that are most relevant to the industry and prepares students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in their chosen field.

How does the department/ college/University enhance the skills of the faculty and prepares them according to the industry standards?

We enhance the skills of our faculty through professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and training programs. Hence, we have mentoring programs that pair experienced faculty members with less experienced colleagues, providing an opportunity for the latter to learn from the former.

What are the interventions and approaches you bring in apart from curriculum to train/teach the students?

Hands-on learning opportunities such as internships, co-op programs, and field experiences. These allow students to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real-world situations.

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What do you see the department’s/ college’s greatest strengths and how it can be enhanced?

Shangrila greatest strengths is our values which laid on the word “Shangrila” itself: Sincerity, Hospitality, Ambitious, Nurture, Gratitude, Responsibility, Integrity, Leadership, Accomplishment. Where these each word have unique context.

What valuable advice would you like to the students for them to have a prosperous career ahead?

"Be adaptable. The world and the job market are constantly changing. Being able to adapt to new technologies and industry trends will help you stay relevant and valuable to employers"

Be persistent. Finding a job or building a career can be a long and difficult process. Keep pushing forward and don't give up, even when faced with rejection or setbacks.

Stay curious. Keep learning, keep experimenting and keep growing. Career success is often a by-product of lifelong learning.