Students Receive Interactive Taste Of Mice Industry

University students in South Africa are being given hands-on experience of working in the MICE industry through interactive simulation exercises conducted by the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry SAACI.

In October, SAACI shared its significant industry expertise to third-year events management students at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology CPUT. This followed a similar workshop held for students at the Nelson Mandela University in August.

The workshops saw SAACI representatives, including CEO Glenton de Kock and Eastern Cape Chapter Chair Niel Mouton , guiding insightful discussions with industry leaders and hosting simulation sessions on arranging an event.

It was an important exercise for students to see that eventing doesnt have to mean only one thing. Being able to immerse themselves in the day-to-day of running a business is hugely beneficial for when they have to do the same in the future, said Mouton after the CPUT event. Mouton has also provided work experience to a number of students through his own company, Boast Events.

He stressed the importance of these workshops in providing practical experience to build on theoretical knowledge.