EXPLORING-STRATEGIES Edited1
EXPLORING-STRATEGIES Edited1
EXPLORING-STRATEGIES Edited1
A Research (Proposal)
Submitted to
Pagadian City
In Partial Fulfillment
By
REYMAR T. BAYO
MARVELOUS C. PINUELA
March 2024
Acknowledgment
We, the researchers, thank the following for their excellent assistance and guidance throughout
our case study preparations. Firstly, we thank our almighty Father for giving us the courage to have the
case study studied and giving us the wisdom to pursue it and the strength to face it. Second, we thank our
parents for their unending emotional, moral, and financial support on the verge of our case study
preparations and for their unending lessons for us in finishing this study. Thank you for all the sacrifices
that they invested in us to finish this case study. Third, to our supportive research teacher, Ma'am Janus
Naparan, and also to the two panelists, Ma'am Jona Tingcang and May Ann Langam, for accepting our
proposed case study and for sharing their knowledge in creating a beneficial and pleasing case study that
could be useful to the following researchers. Lastly, we thank our friends who have always been there to
This research is dedicated to the future generations of Hospitality Management Students. May
this study serve as a guiding light, illuminating pathways to success and opening doors to boundless
opportunities in the global hospitality industry. To the students whose passion for learning and
commitment to excellence inspire us each day, this work is dedicated to you. May you seize every
opportunity to expand your horizons, embrace diversity, and cultivate the skills and knowledge necessary
to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. We dedicate this research to the administrators, educators, and
mentors who tirelessly strive to empower and enrich the lives of their students. Your dedication to
fostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence in Education is a beacon of hope and promise for
future generations.
In honoring the spirit of collaboration and partnership, we dedicate this study to the Commission
on Higher Education (CHED) and all stakeholders who share in our commitment to advancing the quality
and relevance of hospitality management education. May we continue to forge meaningful connections,
leverage resources, and shape the future of global OJT opportunities to benefit students worldwide. May
this research stand as a testament to the power of knowledge, collaboration, and dedication in
Title Page......................................................................................................................................................i
Acknowledgment.........................................................................................................................................ii
Dedication:.................................................................................................................................................iii
Table of Contents........................................................................................................................................iv
Chapter 1.....................................................................................................................................................1
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................1
Background of the Study.....................................................................................................................1
Theoretical Framework........................................................................................................................3
Statement of the Problem.....................................................................................................................4
Significance of the Study.....................................................................................................................5
Definition of Terms.............................................................................................................................6
Chapter 2.....................................................................................................................................................7
Research Method.....................................................................................................................................7
Research Design..................................................................................................................................7
Research Environment.........................................................................................................................8
Research Participants...........................................................................................................................9
Research Instrument..........................................................................................................................10
Data Gathering Procedure..................................................................................................................11
Data Analysis....................................................................................................................................11
Ethical Considerations in Research....................................................................................................12
References.........................................................................................................................................12
Chapter 1
Introduction
On-the-job training (OJT) is a practical technique to acquire new competencies and abilities
required for a job in a natural or near-real environment. It is frequently used to learn how to utilize
"Internships” offer a great opportunity to hone skills, pursue interests, and strategize career paths
within a real-life work setting, thereby gaining a competitive edge in a job market where experience is
Yiu, Maria, and Law, Rob. (2012) stated that internships are among hospitality education's most
effective forms of experience learning. However, collaboration from students, employers, and educators is
required to be successful.
Karmakar et al. (2020) stated that a hospitality professional course isn't complete without an
internship in a hotel or other hospitality-related business. The most important part of the program is this
stage, where the interns polish their abilities, gain knowledge in physical, interpersonal, and cognitive
Immaneni (2017) noted that the major goal of industrial training is to increase students'
employability and provide a smooth transition into their employment. It enables them to apply what they
learned at the institute. This helps them to obtain work-related skills and expertise relevant to their future
employment. They can create their career ambitions through real-world job experiences.
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As stated in an article by Valamis (2022), on-the-job training (OJT) is a practical technique to
acquire new abilities and skills. It is required for a job in a genuine, or near-real, working setting. It is
frequently used to learn how to utilize specific tools or equipment in a live-work, simulation, or training
setting.
programs. It allows students to acquire information about labor market conditions abroad and expand
their global contacts network. This is especially important for students who want to pursue an
international career.
To prepare graduates to work in the hospitality sector, each school must provide training and
excellent Education for this program to develop and guide them into competitive individuals. Their
preparation will qualify them to enter local businesses and the international market (Schoffstall, 2018).
Faten M. Hussien and Mick La Lopa (2018) state that internship programs are vital to hospitality
education. A practical internship program allows student interns to combine academic knowledge with
Karmakar et al. (2020) state that internships will strengthen resumes and provide college students
with real-world experience. Additionally, working as an intern at a company provides the chance to gain
practical experience in a professional environment. It also aids in creating a solid network by engaging
with experts to make new contacts and acquire communication skills in a professional setting.
As cited by Patel, R. (2020), training is one of the barriers to improving the labor force's ability to
carry out authoritative exercises. It is one of the board's urgent human resource capabilities, referring to
the expansion of capacity and limitations on employees or associations to meet the execution level of
guidelines.
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According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (2011), career paths allow
employers to guide and evaluate talent. Internships provide students with essential experience and
internship program assists student interns in integrating their theoretical knowledge and practical
According to Arif Kamisan Pusiran et al. (2020), An internship allows students to gain firsthand
experience with a work-related learning process. Given this, industry involvement in accepting students
into well-designed internship programs is critical to ensuring an even study period for a hospitality and
tourism career.
The internship program's well-planned structure played a favorable and significant influence on
my choice of a future job in the travel and hospitality sector. Internship students' confidence in the tourist
business was mediated by the level of industry involvement throughout the internship period ( Samia et
al., 2020)
As cited by Virgie Alfaras R. (2019), Education and training are most effective when school
learning aligns with industrial employment experience. Students' school experiences should align with
industry-specific competencies. The experience encompasses Education, processes, work ethics, facilities,
According to Yaffe-Bellany (2020), internships have various benefits for tourism and hospitality
students, including serving as a "stepping stone to full-time work, a vital source of income, and even a
graduation requirement."
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Hussien and Lopa (2018) define internship satisfaction as how interns perceive and feel about the
According to Farmaki (2018), student satisfaction with the internship experience has emerged as
The quality of an internship impact students' post-graduation career decisions (Robinson et al.,
2016) and the formation of their professional identities in the tourism and hospitality industries (Mooney
Schools that provide tourism and hospitality degrees highlight the importance of practical training
and work to develop internship programs for students (Hsu & Tsai, 2011). The internship program has
become a required course in linked hospitality departments since it combines theory and experience,
allowing students to improve their flexibility and competitiveness before graduation (Wang et al., 2014).
Practical and educational training allows students to gain crucial skills required in the sector, such
as dealing with changing consumer needs, wants, and demands (Maumbe & Wyk, 2014).
but most information about it focuses solely on typical study-abroad programs. As a result, Gutierrez
(2014) considers the prospect of giving internships in the Philippines as an educational tourism product
Farmaki (2018) found that student happiness with internships is a critical indication for
evaluating their success. Internship satisfaction impacts students' career choices after graduation
(Robinson et al., 2016) and establishing a tourism and hospitality career identity (Mooney & Jameson,
2018).
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According to Dilipkumar Mahadik and Kiran Chavan's (2016) study, the hotel business employs
the most skilled and semi-skilled workers. Many major cities are growing with institutes that provide
Wang Yao-Fen et al. (2014) stated that the internship might benefit the candidate in acquiring
knowledge, improving skills, working under pressure, and application of theoretical knowledge.
An internship offers opportunities to discover interests, hone abilities, and make well-informed
career decisions in a practical work environment. It also gives people with less experience a competitive
edge in the job market. Internships provide students with supervised job experiences where they get more
A lack of studies concentrates on practical techniques for local hotel management programs to
enable worldwide on-the-job training. While the importance of foreign experiences is recognized, tactics
that address local limits while leveraging current resources need to be adapted.
The researchers conducted this study to explore strategies for restoring global on-the-job training
customized strategies that suit the particular demands of the local setting by identifying local constraints,
using existing resources, and encouraging collaboration among HM students, HM administrators, and the
This study seeks to close this gap by identifying and implementing specific strategies to solve the
particular obstacles that Saint Columban College and comparable institutions encounter while restoring
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Theoretical Framework
This study is anchored on Human Capital Theory, initially formulated by Becker (1960). This
theory provides a valuable perspective for understanding the need to restore worldwide on-the-job
training (OJT) opportunities in hotel management curricula. According to this hypothesis, people's
investments in Education, training, and skill development significantly predict their productivity and
Human capital is significant in the hospitality industry, where service quality and client happiness
are top priorities. Employees with suitable skills and competencies significantly impact hospitality
businesses' overall performance and competitiveness. As globalization continues to affect the sector,
internationalizing hospitality management curricula becomes increasingly essential. Global OJT programs
allow students to obtain practical experience in various cultural and professional settings, boosting their
human capital by providing them with vital skills, cultural awareness, and industry knowledge relevant to
However, institutions like Saint Columban College need help providing such opportunities due to
limited resources and organizational challenges, demanding strategic interventions. Using Human Capital
Theory, institutions can develop targeted strategies to address these challenges. By restoring worldwide
OJT possibilities, colleges may help produce highly trained and globally competent graduates, increasing
their earning potential and the overall competitiveness of the hospitality industry.
The study evaluates strategies for integrating global on-the-job training (OJT) opportunities in
Hospitality Management Programs. This research study focuses on Saint Columban College, Pagadian
City, utilizing the Schools' Administrators, Teachers, Hospitality and Management, 4th-year students of
Saint Columban College, and representatives from the Commission on Higher Education CHED as
research participants. The study will be conducted during the school year 2024-2025.
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Specifically, it aims to answer the central question, “What strategies or approaches can be explored to
restore global On-the-Job Training (OJT) opportunities in Hospitality Management Programs?” It aims to
1. What challenges prevent Hospitality Management students at Saint Columban College from
2. How can Saint Columban College collaborate with international organizations to provide on-the-
job training out of the country for its Hospitality Management students?
3. How can the hospitality management curriculum be improved at Saint Columban College to
4. What resources must be needed to start and keep global On-the-Job Training programs for
5. What do Hospitality Management students at Saint Columban College specifically want from
This study intends to contribute to the body of knowledge by exploring strategies for integrating
global On-the-Job Training (OJT) opportunities in Hospitality Management Programs at Saint Columban
College. By documenting best practices, challenges, and experiences, this study aims to provide valuable
insights for hotel management instructors, legislators, and researchers in hospitality management
education.
Administrators. The study will help administrators improve the competitiveness and reputation of
Saint Columban College by bringing its programs into line with the demands of the internationalized
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administrators can ensure that the graduates are well-prepared for international employment
opportunities.
Teachers. The study will help teachers gain valuable insights into practical educational
approaches and curriculum expansion strategies for integrating global OJT opportunities. This will allow
them to bring more relevant and engaging teaching, foster student learning, and prepare them for
Students. This study will significantly benefit the students as they will gain access to global OJT
international internships and engaging with diverse cultural contexts, students can widen their
perspectives, gain valuable skills, and build professional networks, ultimately preparing themselves for
Future Researchers. This study will provide reference point data and insights for future
researchers interested in the connection between education and industry collaboration in hospitality
management. This study contributes to the broader scholarly discourse on advanced educational practices
and workforce development strategies by documenting the process of integrating global OJT
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Definition of Terms
The following terms will be used extensively in this study and shall be taken according to the
definition below.
CHED. The partnership between Saint Columban College and the Commission on Higher
multicultural settings for Hospitality Management students, including internships and projects
OJT for Hospitality Management students through new strategies, partnerships, and curriculum
revisions.
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Chapter 2
Research Method
This chapter outlines the study's research method. This chapter presents the study's research
method, including a discussion on the research design and methods covering the research environment,
research participants, research instrument, data gathering procedure, data analysis, and ethical
considerations.
Research Design
This study will make use of a case study research design. Case study research entails a thorough
investigation of a specific phenomenon in the context of real-world events. The low generalizability of the
case study design is one of its drawbacks because results from a single instance might not apply to larger
groups or circumstances. Creswell and Poth (2017) claim that because case studies are not statistically
Meanwhile, the case study's value is in its capacity to offer rich, in-depth insights into complex
phenomena and processes. Exploring deeply real-world scenarios enables researchers to identify complex
connections and contextual elements that would not be detected using only quantitative techniques (Yin,
2018). In hospitality management programs, where contextual elements and stakeholder interactions are
crucial, this depth of study is beneficial for examining subtle aspects of restoring global on-the-job
training opportunities.
The case study research design was selected because it is most suited to gathering and presenting
the data required to examine solutions to restore worldwide on-the-job training opportunities in hotel
management programs. The unit of analysis in this study is Saint Columban College's hospitality
management program, emphasizing the obstacles it faces in delivering global on-the-job training
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In addition, the case study method facilitates the researcher's utilization of several data sources,
including documents, observations, and interviews, enhancing the study's validity and reliability and
enabling triangulation of findings. By collecting data from many sources, the researcher can thoroughly
grasp the obstacles and approaches associated with international opportunities for on-the-job training in
Overall, the case study design, which thoroughly analyzes Saint Columban College's experiences
and practices in this area, closely aligns with the research objective of investigating strategies to restore
Research Environment
The target locale for this study is around Pagadian City, which is located in Zamboanga del Sur,
Philippines. Pagadian City is an important educational hub, offering various academic programs to its
The decision to choose Pagadian City as the research environment was influenced by its
relevance to the research problem and the availability of hospitality management programs in the area. By
focusing on Pagadian City, the study hopes to provide insights that apply to the local context and similar
places confronting similar issues in delivering worldwide OJT opportunities for hospitality management
students.
Overall, Pagadian City is a suitable location for this study because of its growing hospitality
industry, schools offering hospitality management programs, and the prevalence of the research topic in
the local community. The study aims to give significant insights into the broader discussion of worldwide
OJT potential in the hospitality management industry by examining strategies used in Pagadian City to
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Research Participants
The research participants for this study are representatives of the Commission on Higher
Education (CHED), individuals in Saint Columban College's Hospitality Management program, including
administrators, teachers from the Hospitality Management Program, and fourth-year HM students. The
CHED will play an important role in providing insights and guidance regarding integrating International
College. Administrators will provide insights into programmatic decisions and institutional restraints,
while the teachers will offer perspectives on curriculum strategy and implementation. Fourth-year HM
students will represent the primary beneficiaries of International On-the-Job Training (OJT) opportunities
Purposive sampling will select participants based on their direct involvement and expertise in the
hospitality management program to ensure that diverse perspectives are adequately represented. The
inclusion criteria will focus on participants' roles within the program, their level of experience, and their
willingness to engage in the research process. This approach aligns with the study's objectives of
exploring strategies to restore global OJT opportunities within the specific context of Saint Columban
College's Hospitality Management program. (Teddlie, C., & Yu, F. (2007). Mixed methods sampling: A
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Research Instrument
An interview guide will be used to gather data for this qualitative study on ways to reestablish
worldwide on-the-job training opportunities in hospitality management programs. The researchers are the
main research instrument for gathering data for the study. The major research tool will be an interview
guide with key hospitality education and industry participants in Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur.
The interview guide will be constructed using the research objectives and particular questions
stated in the problem description. It will include open-ended questions to gather thorough replies from
participants about their thoughts, experiences, and tactics for worldwide on-the-job training possibilities
in hospitality management programs. The interview guide will be pretested with a small group of
The interviews will be done in English, the language most often used in academic and
professional settings in the Philippines. However, interpretation services will be provided if participants
want to express themselves in the local language (e.g., Cebuano). The interview guide will not be
translated into vernacular since doing so may compromise data consistency and comparability between
participants.
Overall, the research instrument, which includes semi-structured interviews, is carefully intended
to collect rich and detailed data that answers the precise issues provided in the problem statement.
Through this tool, the study hopes to provide complete insights into the tactics used to solve the issues of
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Data Gathering Procedure
To ensure the organized collection of data procedure for the study on integrating International
College, Pagadian City, first step the researchers will set an appointment to ask permission from the
school president or the school division superintendent for the approval. Upon obtaining approval,
participants will be chosen, including HM administrators, teachers, fourth-year HM students, and CHED
representatives. A signed consent will be obtained from all the participants outlining the study's objectives
and procedures. The purpose of the data-gathering tools, which will include surveys, semi-structured
interviews, and document analysis, is to obtain qualitative and quantitative information. The researchers
will introduce themselves and explain the purpose of the study. Semi-structured interviews will then be
conducted to explore viewpoints and experiences, while surveys will gather quantitative data on
preferences and challenges. Document analysis will complement both the qualitative and quantitative
data. Ethical considerations will be prioritized, as well as maintaining confidentiality and respecting the
participants' rights. After the data collection, analysis will be performed to contribute to hospitality
management education.
Data Analysis
The data gathered for this study, which focuses on evaluating strategies for integrating global On-
the-Job Training (OJT) opportunities in Hospitality Management Programs at Saint Columban College,
Pagadian City, will be analyzed using a qualitative research design. Specifically, the study will adopt a
Husserl. The qualitative data collected from semi-structured interviews, surveys, and document analysis
will be subjected to thematic analysis. This analysis method identifies recurring themes, patterns, and
insights within the data to uncover underlying meanings and experiences related to global OJT
integration. The process will begin with data familiarization, followed by coding, categorizing, and
interpreting themes. By adhering to this approach, the study aims to provide a comprehensive
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understanding of the perspectives, challenges, and opportunities surrounding the integration of global OJT
Research ethics must be considered to preserve the study's credibility, integrity, and participant
safety. As researchers, we followed ethical guidelines by getting participants' informed consent, protecting
participant privacy, honoring their autonomy, minimizing harm, encouraging justice, and following rules.
These precautions were crucial in ensuring the well-being of the participants and yielding accurate results.
Privacy and confidentially. All data gathered from all participants, including interviews, survey
responses, and any other data collected, will be kept confidential and accessible only to those authorized
members of the research team. To ensure privacy, each participant will be assigned a unique code rather
Safety. The researcher will ensure that the safety measures are implemented to ensure participants'
physical and emotional safety throughout the study, including the safety protocols during in-person
Consent. The researcher asks permission from the school president, division superintendent, and all
selected participants for approval before conducting interviews. In addition, all participants will be
assured that their participation is voluntary and will have the right to withdraw from the study at any time
without consequence.
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References
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Appendix A
Informed Consent
Pagadian City
1. I volunteered to participate in a research study conducted by MR. Reymar T. Bayo, MS. Marvelous
C. Pinuela, and MS. Mizle Kris M. Sarzuelo from Saint Columban College, Pagadian City. I
understand that this research is designed to gather information about the strategies for restoring global on-
the-job training opportunities in hospitality management programs. I will be one of the respondents to be
2. My involvement in this project is voluntary. I acknowledge that I will not receive any compensation for
taking part. I can withdraw from the study at any point without facing any consequences. If I choose not
3. I am aware that most interview subjects will find the conversation stimulating and thought-provoking. I
do, however, have the right to refuse to answer any questions or end the interview if I am uncomfortable
4. The interview will be 20–30 minutes. Throughout the interview, notes will be taken. The interview and
5. I know that the researcher will maintain my anonymity as a study participant and that no reports
utilizing data from this interview will use my name. The confidentiality of people and organizations will
be safeguarded by standard data and policies that govern the use of records and data in the future.
6. No faculty or administrators from my workplace will be involved in the interview process, nor will
they have access to any raw notes or transcripts. This measure ensures that my comments will not
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7. I am aware that the Saint Columban College Undergraduate School has evaluated and approved this
research project.
8. I have read the explanation and found it to be understandable. I have received satisfactory answers to
__________________________________ _______________________
Email: reymar.bayo@sccpag.edu.ph
Email: marvelous.pinuela@sccpag.edu.ph
Email: mizlekris.sarzuelo@sccpag.edu.ph
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Appendix B
A. Engaging Questions
B. Exploratory Questions
Central Question: What strategies or approaches can be explored to restore global On-the-Job Training
How can Saint Columban College collaborate In what ways can Saint Columban College
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with international organizations to provide on-the- establish partnerships or collaborations with
job training out of the country for its Hospitality international organizations to facilitate on-the-job
Management students?
How can the hospitality management curriculum How might the current curriculum for Hospitality
prepare students for better global on-the-job for successful participation in global on-the-job
What resources must be needed to start and keep What essential resources, including funding,
global On-the-Job Training programs for staffing, and infrastructure, are required to initiate
Hospitality Management at Saint Columban and sustain global On-the-Job Training programs
What do Hospitality Management students at What specific objectives, experiences, or skill sets
Saint Columban College specifically want from do Hospitality Management students express a
global On-the-Job Training opportunities? desire to gain from participating in global On-the-
C. Exit Question
1. Is there anything you want to add to your answer that was outside the question guide?
Is there anything you want to share concerning your practices and challenges as a food waste handler in
Pagadian City?
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