Held alongside the PATA Annual Summit and PATA Travel Mart, the PATA Youth Symposium connects tourism students with experienced travel industry professionals to enhance their skills for career development and empower the next generation of tourism leaders.
Under the theme ‘The Future of Tourism’, the PATA Youth Symposium at Virtual PTM 2020 comprises a four-part series featuring an insights-packed keynote presentation by Euromonitor , a mentorship session for PATA Youths, a Student Chapter roundtable discussion and a panel discussion on “Getting a Job in a Post-COVID-19”.
Part 1: The Future of Tourism
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 @ 12pm - 1pm (GMT+8)
PATA Youth Symposium kicks off with a keynote speech by Euromonitor, diving into big data and trends that help us predict the future. How will the tourism industry change as it adapts to a new normal? What kind of jobs will exist in 5 years time? What trends should we be keeping an eye on now? This session will be led by Mr. Hafizuddin Haslir, Regional Business Development Manager at Euromonitor International.
Part 2: Mentorship Session
Wednesday, September 23, 2020 @ 12pm - 1pm (GMT+8)
By invitation-only
This mentoring session provides 18 industry leaders and 60 selected PATA Youths an opportunity to network, learn from each other and form meaningful connections.
For inquiries, please email YTP@PATA.org
Part 3: Student Chapter Roundtable Discussion
Thursday, September 24, 2020 @ 12pm - 1:30pm (GMT+8)
By invitation-only
This roundtable discussion brings Student Chapter leaders from around the world together to share their passion projects. Peer-learning and gaining inspiration is at its highest during this networking session.
For inquiries, please email YTP@PATA.org
Part 4: Getting a Job in a Post-COVID-19 World
Friday, September 25, 2020 @ 12pm - 1pm (GMT+8)
This panel discussion consisting of HR experts from well-loved brands, will delve into how jobs, careers and in-demand skills are changing due to COVID-19’s impact. We will take a constructive look at the challenges and opportunities that youths face, as well as how tourism jobs will adapt in the future, what skills are predicted to be in high demand, and what resilience looks like.
