Vatel Bahrain hosted its official launch event introducing its newly established MBA in International Hotel Management, the first programme of its kind in Bahrain and the region.

 

The gathering brought together senior officials, professionals from the hospitality sector, and the college’s alumni.

 

The session highlighted the MBA expected outcomes, emphasising its role in advancing the hospitality industry in Bahrain and the wider region.

 

It was presented as a modern academic pathway that aligns with global labor market requirements, responds to rapid transformations in tourism and hospitality, and prepares specialised leaders to drive growth in the sector.

 

Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, stated: “We are pleased to launch the MBA in Hotel Management, an internationally recognised academic pathway designed to prepare professionals and graduates for senior leadership positions in the hospitality and tourism sector, both in Bahrain and abroad. The launch event provided a valuable platform for participants to engage with faculty members and gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities the programme offers.”

 

Sheikh Khaled added: “Through Vatel’s long-standing experience in hospitality education, we have developed a clear understanding of the sector’s needs locally and internationally. The tourism sector’s growth we are witnessing in the region calls for a unique programme that combines academic knowledge with practical experience, ensuring that graduates are fully prepared to meet the demands of a competitive and fast-evolving global hospitality industry. The launch of this MBA programme represents a strategic step towards addressing these needs and bridging the professional gap in the sector.”

 

The MBA in International Hotel Management is a two-year programme taught in English and accredited by the Higher Education Council. The programme is listed at Level 7 on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and aligned to Level 9 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). -TradeArabia News Service