Career analysis: A case study of hotel general managers in Australia

Authors: Ladkin, A.

Journal: Tourism Management

Volume: 23

Issue: 4

Pages: 379-388

eISSN: 0261-5177

DOI: 10.1016/S0261-5177(01)00092-9

Abstract:

This research provides a detailed exploration of the career paths of hotel general managers in Australia. Using career analysis, findings are presented relating to the length of hotel managers careers, the role of vocational education in career development, career mobility, and career ambition. The paper discusses the use of career research as a labour market analysis technique, and outlines the practical application of the findings in relation to the hotel industry. © 2002 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.

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