The UBLC College of Management and Tourism (CMT) recently took part in the Bali Cultural Immersion and Benchmarking Program at Bali Tourism Polytechnic, an initiative sponsored by J8 Travel Services. Represented by Dr. Irene De Villa (Dean), Professor Ma. Carolina R. Martinez (Program Head for Tourism), and Professor Mila Dela Cruz (Program Head for Hospitality).
The visit provided an in-depth look at Balinese culture, including its religion, cuisine, people, and tourism industry. Given the significant role tourism plays in Bali’s economy, the region places strong emphasis on tourism education. Bali Tourism Polytechnic, recognized as a Center of Excellence in Tourism Education and fully funded by the Ministry of Tourism, serves as a key institution in this field. Bali Tourism Polytechnic also expressed interest in establishing a partnership with UB, paving the way for future collaborations in tourism education and research.