Vatel Bahrain Observes Grand Oral Examination at Vatel Nîmes, France

Biz Bahrain

6 days ago

Vatel Bahrain recently attended the Grand Oral examination at Vatel Nîmes, France, to observe its structure and train on its assessment methodologies. The examination is held annually and constitutes the final assessment for graduating students pursuing a bachelor's degree in international Hotel Management. This academic engagement involves the evaluation of student knowledge and competencies in line with the rigorous standards established by the Vatel Group. The participation provided the Vatel Bahrain delegation with valuable exposure to contemporary oral assessment techniques that place emphasis on evaluation aspects, measurement indicators, student performance, and the administrative aspects of the process. Beyond its evaluative function, the occasion serves as a platform for cross-campus academic exchange, fostering dialogue among participants and enabling the adoption of shared best practices in student performance assessment. Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, affirmed the value of this experience: 'Witnessing the Grand Oral examination's discussions firsthand allows us to ensure the alignment of our practices with Vatel France's standards. It is a testimony that Vatel Bahrain is committed to continuous upskilling, maintaining excellence in hospitality education in Bahrain.'
Sheikh Khaled further added 'The participation equipped Vatel Bahrain's academic team with valuable insights and opportunity to engage directly with the qualitative standards applied in final-year evaluations, while gaining exposure to advanced assessment frameworks that can be adapted to enrich evaluation practices at the Bahrain campus. This engagement contributes to the ongoing enhancement of the institution's academic systems and ensures alignment with international best practices.'