By Asst. Prof. Judah-El A. Bañas, CHM Faculty Member
Prof. Aprillia Rahmadian of Universitas Merdeka Malang, Indonesia, walks CPU College of Hospitality Management faculty through the foundational principles of halal tourism.
Faculty members of Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵĢ¹½ÊÓƵ™s Dr. Lucio C. Tan College of Hospitality Management convened last April 15, 2026, at the Fine Dining Laboratory for an in-depth session on Halal Tourism and Operations, featuring resource speakers Prof. Aprillia Rahmadian and Prof. Rulli Krisnanda of Universitas Merdeka Malang, Indonesia.
Prof. Aprillia Rahmadian, Program Head of the Tourism Department, opened by grounding the CHM Faculty in the core concept of halal tourism which provides services and facilities in accordance with Islamic law so Muslim travelers can observe their faith without compromising their travel experience. She noted that global demand has grown steadily, shifting halal tourism from a niche segment into a mainstream consideration for destinations and hospitality providers worldwide Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ” one that increasingly appeals to non-Muslim guests who value ethical, mindful hospitality.
Faculty members of CPUÄ¢¹½ÊÓƵ™s College of Hospitality Management with resource speakers Prof. Rulli Krisnanda and Prof. Aprillia Rahmadian of Universitas Merdeka Malang, Indonesia.
The second session was led by Prof. Rulli Krisnanda, Program Head of the Hospitality Department, who took a more technical approach, walking faculty through the distinctions between halal and non-halal ingredients, the classification of animals under Islamic dietary law, food categories frequently misunderstood in hospitality settings, and the halal certification process. Particularly eye-opening were the critical control points in laboratory and production environments and the identification of commonly overlooked items that can quietly compromise halal integrity when not carefully sourced and handled.
Rather than unfolding as a conventional lecture, both sessions quickly evolved into lively cultural exchanges, driven by a steady stream of questions and insights from the faculty themselves. Their curiosity and engagement turned each presentation into a genuine dialogue, reflecting not only the relevance of the topic but also their eagerness to deepen their professional understanding.
Together, the two sessions gave the college a comprehensive, practice-oriented perspective on a sector gaining momentum across Asia and beyond, equipping the CHM Faculty to better prepare the tourism and hospitality management students for a more inclusive, globally aware industry.