By choosing to study at a university with high-quality programs accredited by TedQual and "imported" from the U.S., along with state-of-the-art facilities, DTU students of Tourism have access to top-tier job opportunities right after graduation. These include positions at world-leading airlines like Emirates Airlines and globally renowned hotels and resorts such as InterContinental, JW Marriott, Hilton, and Sheraton.

Few opportunities to study a program accredited by UNWTO.TedQual and "imported" from the U.S

In Vietnam, DTU offers Tourism and Hospitality programs that have achieved UNWTO.TedQual accreditation, a prestigious certification issued by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) ensuring the quality of tourism education. 

DTU currently has two accredited programs:

-    International Hotel Management
-    International Restaurant Management

These programs achieved a commendable score of 771/845 points, satisfying 91.2% of all criteria, and received accreditation for a period of three years.

The collaboration with Pennsylvania State University (PennState) in the U.S. and The Hong Kong

Polytechnic University (HK PolyU) has enabled DTU to achieve UNWTO.TedQual accreditation

This international accreditation is the same one chosen by Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Hong Kong PolyU), ranked the number one university worldwide for Tourism & Hospitality on numerous ranking lists, to accredit its own programs. It was Hong Kong Polytechnic University that provided direct consultation to and helped DTU achieve this accreditation. UNWTO.TedQual is often regarded as the “AACSB of Tourism.”
 

For many years, DTU Tourism students have been able to "enjoy" high-quality education in this field, as most of the programs are "imported" from Pennsylvania State University, one of the top 50 schools for Business and Management in the U.S. (according to U.S. News 2023) and one of the top 5 schools for Tourism in the world (according to UNWTO). These programs include:

-    PSU-standard Hotel Tourism,
-    PSU-standard Travel Tourism, and
-    PSU-standard Restaurant Management.

DTU graduate joins Emirates Airlines

Thanks to a high-quality learning environment, DTU students have confidently stepped into the global job market. Most recently, Nguyen Ba Quang Huy, a DTU K24 Tourism and Hospitality Management student, successfully joined the cabin crew of Emirates Airlines, one of the world's most prestigious airlines. 

Nguyen Ba Quang Huy (DTU K-24) becomes a member of Emirates Airlines, one of the world’s leading airlines
 

Quang Huy’s journey to join the Emirates Airlines cabin crew is a vivid testament to the importance of choosing the right university to cultivate and develop essential skills and knowledge, enhance English proficiency, and gain multicultural understanding - all in preparation for achieving his big dreams.

The vibrant, passionate learning atmosphere at DTU, fostered by a curriculum that sparks creativity and promotes multicultural values, has made the university a top destination for international students seeking both education and enriching experiences.

After an unforgettable exchange semester in 2024 at DTU, Antonia Franziska Kahlitz from Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg (DHBW) in Villingen-Schwenningen, Southern Germany, shared glowing remarks about DTU's Tourism and Management programs. She was deeply impressed not only by the structured, high-quality curriculum but also by the dedication of the faculty and the DTU students’ friendliness. Antonia hoped to return to DTU for another enriching experience in the future.

In recent years, DTU has significantly strengthened its international student exchange and cultural engagement programs throughout the year. Notable examples include:

-    59 students from Sun Moon University, South Korea participated in the "Green Steps" program at DTU in 2023 and 2024.
-    33 students from Singapore Polytechnic (SP) took part in the Learning Express 2023 academic exchange at DTU.
-    30 students from Sun Moon University, South Korea joined the Winter Semester Exchange Program at DTU in 2023.
-    22 students from Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Australia participated in a cultural exchange program at DTU in 2024.
-    24 students from Incheon National University, South Korea engaged in research projects at DTU in 2024.
-    130 students from the UK, Scotland, Singapore, Cambodia, Australia, and other countries participated in the INCITE Summer School 2024 at DTU.
-    Over 1,000 students from Southeast Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, etc.) from the Passage to ASEAN (P2A) organization joined exchange and cultural programs at DTU in 2023 and 2024.
-    50 South Korean students visited DTU for cultural exchanges and art performances in 2023 and 2024.

These diverse international collaborations have solidified DTU’s reputation as a global hub for academic excellence and cultural exchange.

Top-Tier Tourism Training Facilities at a University Ranked in the Top 100+

Few universities are as committed to making systematic and modern investments in teaching and learning facilities as DTU. The university boasts a comprehensive and diverse ecosystem of facilities tailored to each Tourism specialization, right on campus. These include a 5-star practice hotel, a conference center, the UTravel travel agency, a café, and more. This highly conducive learning environment maximizes opportunities for students to practice and hone their skills, giving them the confidence to work effectively in real-world settings after graduation.

The Tourism Ecosystem at DTU provides maximum support for Tourism students in both learning and practical training

Alongside its dedication and strategic investment in education quality, DTU's Tourism programs have achieved impressive global recognition, ranking among the Top 101-150 worldwide according to the QS World Rankings by Subjects 2024.

 
By choosing to study Tourism at DTU, students gain access to numerous career opportunities through specialized programs, including:

Diverse cultural exchange activities boost the learning spirit at HTi and DTU

Placing high expectations in DTU's Tourism training programs, Prof. Dr. Mo Chul Min, former Vice Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of South Korea, decided to join the university as DTU Vice Provost and Dean of the DTU Hospitality & Tourism Institute.  

Prof. Dr. Mo Chul Min, former Vice Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of South Korea
 

With the efforts of Prof. Dr. Mo Chul Min, along with the dedication of the faculty, staff, and students of the DTU Hospitality & Tourism Institute, the training programs, student exchange initiatives, and cultural exchange activities have been conducted effectively, bringing new excitement to the school.

Students eagerly participate in networking and cultural exchange events, such as the ASEAN-Korea Cultural Exchange Week, held annually by DTU in collaboration with the Korean Cultural Center in Hanoi and the Korea Tourism Organization in Vietnam. This event features engaging activities, including cultural and culinary exchanges between ASEAN countries and South Korea.

Additionally, students were immersed in the enchanting sounds of classical and Christmas music during a special performance by 16 Korean artists from the New York Classical Music Society (NY CMS), held at DTU at the end of 2023.

The vibrant learning and cultural exchange environment at DTU fills students with youthful enthusiasm, providing Tourism students with renewed energy and confidence to showcase their abilities. This dynamic atmosphere reinforces their pride in choosing HTi at DTU as the right place to prepare for their future careers in the tourism industry.

(Media Center)