PATA India Christ University Student Chapter: Alumni Talk on Future of Tourism Careers
Event Details
Date: 25 July 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Venue: Room A02, Academic Block
Resource Person: Mr. Vishwesh Umasankar, Senior Manager – Travel, ALTEN India Private Limited (Part of ALTEN Group, France)
Faculty Coordinator: Dr. R. Gowri Shankar
About the Event
The Department of Tourism Management, Christ (Deemed to be University), Bannerghatta Road Campus, organized an Alumni Talk on “Future of Tourism Careers: Skills Employers Really Need” featuring Mr. Vishwesh Umasankar, Senior Manager – Travel at ALTEN India Private Limited. The session was designed to provide students with industry perspectives on employability, professional growth, and emerging opportunities within the tourism and hospitality sector.
Drawing from his extensive industry experience, the speaker discussed how the tourism industry is evolving and the changing expectations of employers in a highly competitive and technology-driven environment.
Key Highlights
Shared insights into the current landscape of tourism and hospitality careers.
Discussed the essential skills employers seek in tourism graduates, including communication, adaptability, teamwork, and problem-solving.
Highlighted the growing importance of digital competencies and continuous learning in career advancement.
Provided practical guidance on transitioning from academic life to the corporate environment.
Offered valuable perspectives on professional development, networking, and long-term career planning.
Learning Outcomes
The session enabled students to gain a clearer understanding of industry expectations and the skills required to succeed in the tourism and hospitality sector. Participants benefited from the real-world experiences shared by the speaker and gained practical insights into building successful and sustainable careers in the industry.
Conclusion
The alumni interaction served as an inspiring platform for students to connect with industry realities through the experiences of a successful tourism professional. The session reinforced the importance of employability skills, lifelong learning, and professional adaptability in navigating the future of tourism careers.
About PATA India CHRIST University Student Chapter
Founded in 2020, the PATA India CHRIST University Student Chapter serves as a platform for experiential learning, industry engagement, and professional development. Through educational visits, heritage explorations, workshops, and networking initiatives, the chapter seeks to nurture responsible tourism professionals while promoting sustainable and culturally sensitive tourism practices.
Reach out to PATA India CHRIST University Student Chapter:
Instagram: @pata_cu_
Facebook: @patachristuniversity
LinkedIn: @patachristuniversity
Email: patacustudentchapter@gmail.com
For more information, please contact:
Dhanyatha, Chairperson
Email: dhanyatha.g@bbattmh.christuniversity.in
Shatakchi, Vice-Chairperson
