The Macau University of Science and Technology(M.U.S.T.) delegation led by Professor Timothy Lee, vice dean of Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management (F.H.T.M.) and Associate Professor Tang Juan attended THE INC 2024 from June 5 to 7 2024. Prof. Timothy Lee made an important speech on behalf of MUST and International Journal of Tourism Research (IJTR) at the Editors’ Corner. The participation of the F.H.T.M. faculty and student delegation not only injected new vitality into the conference but also further enhanced the international academic reputation and influence of the university.
The group photo with JHTM chief editor
The conference, held by Hotelschool The Hague in Amsterdam, Netherland, had the theme “Technology Enabled Competitiveness and Experiences in Tourism, Hospitality and Events”. Affiliated with Association of Tourism, Hospitality and Events Networks in Academia (ATHENA), THE INC is one of the most significant academic summits with research output in the field of tourism, hospitality and events. To date, the four THE INC conferences consistently attracted renowned scholars and industry experts in tourism from around the globe to engage in in-depth discussions on the frontiers of tourism research, making a profound impact in the international tourism academic community.
Editors’ Corner
During the conference, the F.H.T.M. faculty and students had an in-depth discussion on the cutting-edge issues in tourism. They presented and shared their academic achievements and latest insights through thematic presentations and interactive exchanges, showcasing the Faculty’s comprehensive research capabilities and broad influence in these fields.
Participant Speech
The F.H.T.M. delegation’s outstanding performance at the conference was highly praised and recognized by the attendees, supporting the academic connections and cooperative relationships with scholars from different regions. THE INC 2024 conference provided a platform for the delegation to present themselves and improve their academic skills, through which demonstrated the excellent academic skills of MUST in the field of tourism.
In the future, F.H.T.M will continue to strengthen co-operation with universities, research institutes and enterprises at home and abroad. By refining academic capabilities, F.H.T.M of MUST will send more high-quality talents to the domestic and international communities.
