Darius Postma
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Darius Postma

Darius Postma

Raised in South Africa, Darius emigrated to the UK in 2003, working in various hospitality management roles. He completed a BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership through Brighton School of Business and Management in 2014. In 2015 he relocated to Vietnam to manage a 5* Luxury Cruise Boat in Ha Long Bay and later held the position of CSR Director for the Holding Company. He resumed his studies in 2019, completing a Master of Business Administration through the London Metropolitan University.

He has more than 20 years of hospitality industry experience across various sectors and has been a passionate contributor to supporting the protection of Vietnam’s Natural Heritage through the initiation of multiple projects.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master of Higher Education (2018)
    London Metropolitan University, England (UK)
  • BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (2012-2014).
    Brighton School of Business and Management, England (UK)

PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS

  • British University Vietnam (BUV)
    Lecturer (2019 – Current)
  • Safestay PLC (England)
    National Operations Director, England (Secondment Role, 2018)
  • HG Holdings, Vietnam
    CSR Director (2016-2017)
    Au Co Cruise Director (2015-2016)
  • Mercure London Greenwich, England
    Management Support (2015)
  • Premier Inn, England
    Cluster General Manager (2011-2014)
    General Manager (2010)
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