How to Start Working in a Cruise Ship After a Degree in Hospitality Management - For the ones trying to pursue a career in hospitality!

 Do you like interacting and collaborating with individuals from various backgrounds? Are you adaptable and flexible? Are you a person who thrives in a constantly changing environment? Then, maybe it's time for you to consider pursuing a life and career at sea after you have obtained your hospitality management degree! Here is some key information you must be familiar with!


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Where to start?

Determine whether travelling to the sea is appropriate for you. It's essential to be realistic about the challenges you may face and if you can envision yourself succeeding in such a setting. 

Collect data. Online resources abound for cruise ship jobs are plenty on the internet. Look for job opportunities by checking out some of the open vacancies on cruise line websites.  

Determine the best position for you. Examine all of your previous work, volunteering, and academic experience. A Cruise Ship Employment Specialist can help you choose the ideal aboard job for you. 

A degree in hospitality management or hotel management will be ideal to get a placement. If you're interested in this line of work, you can first start by applying to a hotel school in Thailand the likes of the Asian Institute of Hospitality Management to get a sound academic background. 

Choosing a Cruise Line 

Each cruise company has its own personality, target market, level of customer services, and crew facilities and perks. Choose lines that reflect the kind of services and expertise you wish to offer your guests. Bigger lines provide more itinerary or travel choices, whereas smaller lines have a more ‘close-knit' crew environment. Rewrite your CV to fit each cruise line you're applying for. You may pick key phrases and concepts that define each cruise line from your previous research. Use them in your cover letter and resume. This will demonstrate to the recruiters that you aspire to work for a company like theirs. The very same will apply to the job title. Many cruise companies use different names for the same job. When you are applying, use the proper language for your position. This information is typically available in the cruise line's career section.

Job Requirements and Training 

Some jobs, including Technical positions or even on the Bridge/Deck, need training at a recognised Marine School, while most roles aboard do not. Instead, cruise companies prefer candidates with 1 to 2 years of relevant work experience onshore. For instance, a cruise company wants to see that you have at least 1 to 2 years of experience if you are applying to a retail position on board. Supplemental cruise-specific training may be obtained via a Hospitality School. You can also check out an online Cruise Ship Programme.

Do you like interacting and collaborating with individuals from various backgrounds? Are you adaptable and flexible? Are you a person who thrives in a constantly changing environment? Then, maybe it's time for you to consider pursuing a life and career at sea after you have obtained your hospitality management degree! Here is some key information you must be familiar with!

Hierarchy in a cruise line 

The crew is divided into three groups. The jobs connected with each group may vary from one cruise line to another, but these 3 categories are generally included. 


1) Officers 

Technical officers, Deck Officers, and Hotel Managers are often included in this group. Other positions comprise Hotel Director, Human Resources Manager, Cruise Director, Ship Doctor, Retail, Crew Trainers, Security Officer and the likes. 


2) Staff

It comprises non-managerial/non-supervisory staff in the following areas: photo/video, retail/gift shop, spa/salon, and occasionally cruise entertainment staff. 


3) Crew 

Large department staff typically fall under this group. For instance, all housekeeping, food service, and security personnel. 

Besides, one of the best aspects of working aboard a cruise liner is that work promotions are not determined by seniority. Mid-term, as well as end-of-contract assessments, are used to make work advancements. Participating in 'Career Path Transfer Programmes,' career development courses, and authorised work shadowing may all help you advance in your career.


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