South Sinai Governor Dr. Ismail Mohamed Kamal attended the official launch of the "FATIL Egypt" program at King Salman International University's Sharm El-Sheikh branch. This program is a collaboration between Egyptian universities and the FATIL college for hotel and tourism management. The goal is to develop the education and training system in hotel and resort management, aligning it with international standards and meeting job market needs.
Governor Dr. Kamal emphasized that launching the "FATIL Egypt" program in Sharm El-Sheikh is a significant step in supporting specialized university education in tourism and hospitality. He highlighted that Sharm El-Sheikh's status as a major global tourist destination makes it an ideal location for this program. The governor also stressed the importance of linking academic programs with job market needs to support the competitiveness of the tourism and hospitality sector.
The governor stated that the South Sinai governorate prioritizes enhancing cooperation between educational institutions and the tourism and hospitality sector. This aims to prepare young cadres with the necessary skills and knowledge to work according to international standards. The program's launch was attended by Dr. Ashraf Hussein, president of King Salman International University, French Ambassador to Egypt Eric Chevallier, and Dr. Ehab Hassanin, representative of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
The event included the official opening session for leading academic programs of the FATIL company in Egypt. This was followed by a welcoming speech from the university's president, a presentation about the university, and a speech from a FATIL group representative. A documentary about the group was also shown, along with speeches from key figures, culminating in the official announcement of the program's launch.
King Salman International University's president welcomed the attendees, stressing the importance of launching the program as part of the university's efforts to build international academic partnerships. These partnerships aim to improve education quality, link studies to practical applications, and meet job market needs. The program launch reflects the university's commitment to enhancing tourism and hospitality education in Egypt.
The speeches delivered during the event highlighted the significance of Egyptian-French cooperation in education, tourism, and hospitality. This cooperation aims to exchange expertise, develop educational and training programs, and enhance students' opportunities to acquire the skills and experiences needed to compete in the local and international job markets.
The "FATIL Egypt" program at King Salman International University marks a new step in developing tourism and hospitality education in Egypt. By providing students with the necessary skills and knowledge, the program aims to support the growth of the tourism sector and enhance Egypt's position as a major tourist destination. The program's success is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy and job market.
Key points
- The program aims to develop the education and training system in hotel and resort management, aligning it with international standards and meeting job market needs.
- The launch of the program reflects the importance of cooperation between educational institutions and the tourism and hospitality sector in Egypt.
- The program is expected to enhance students' opportunities to acquire the skills and experiences needed to compete in the local and international job markets.
