Mr. John Michael C. Ibarra, head of the Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) Department, and Dr. Mayvelyn S. Covita, dean of the School of Graduate Studies (SoGS), have renewed their international certification designations as Certified Hospitality Professional (CHP) and Certified Tourism Professional (CTP), respectively, with the Institute of Tourism & Hospitality Professionals-Europe, in collaboration with its Philippine partner, Global Professional Advancement. This international certification validates their expertise and adherence to quality standards recognized across the global market.

Mr. Ibarra and Dr. Covita successfully achieved this international certification in 2021, demonstrating their commitment to professional excellence.

Truly, SMU-HTM is faithful to its mission and will always be driven by excellence. 

Written by: Mr. John Michael C. Ibarra