Latest news with #VatelBahrain
Zawya
4 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Vatel Bahrain organizes Open Day at Hilton Bahrain
Bahrain: Vatel Bahrain has organized a highly engaging Open Day at the Hilton Bahrain Hotel, underscoring its continued commitment to showcasing its internationally recognized academic programmes in tourism and hospitality. Designed as an immersive and experiential event, the initiative offered prospective students and their parents a practical and insightful introduction to the hospitality industry through interactive experiences. The open day was officially inaugurated by Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, alongside Mr. Ryan Dayaday, Director of Human resources at Hilton Bahrain. In collaboration with Hilton Bahrain, the programme featured a guided hotel tour and offered a series of interactive sessions across various operational and managerial departments of the hotel, providing a first-hand understanding of hotel management practices. A comprehensive introductory session was also held to showcase Vatel Bahrain's Bachelor of International Hotel Management programme, combining academic theory with hands-on professional training to equip students with the skills and knowledge essential for success in hospitality industry. The day concluded with a networking session, fostering engagement between participants and Vatel Bahrain team, Vatel students and graduates, besides hospitality professionals from Hilton Bahrain. Speaking at the event, Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa emphasized that the open day, held in collaboration with Hilton Bahrain, represented a significant opportunity for prospective students to explore the hospitality sector through an immersive experience that allows them to learn about both theoretical and practical aspects of Vatel Bahrain curriculum firsthand. Sheikh Khaled further added, 'This event provided a comprehensive platform to showcase the unique opportunities offered by Vatel Bahrain leading to wide-ranging career choices in the rapidly expanding hospitality and tourism sectors within the Kingdom and the wider region. Moreover, this open day reflects our strategic commitment to cultivating hospitality professionals who uphold the highest standards of environmental responsibility, in alignment with Bahrain's Economic Vision 2030 and the National Tourism Strategy 2022–2026.' Mr. Ryan Dayaday, Director of Human resources at Hilton Bahrain, commented: 'We are proud our productive collaboration with Vatel Bahrain to develop Bahraini talent capable of leading the future of hospitality. Through hands-on training and industry-best practices, we equip students with the skills to excel in this competitive field. Hilton Bahrain remains committed to supporting Vatel Bahrain students by providing practical experience at one of the Kingdom's premier hotels.' About Vatel Hospitality School: Vatel Hospitality School was established in France in 1981, specializing in business management within the hospitality and tourism sectors. It has since expanded to 55 campuses across 33 countries. The Bahrain campus, founded in 2018, is part of this global network. Vatel holds a distinguished international reputation, with over 45,000 graduates worldwide who have gone on to become leaders in the industry. Vatel has consistently been ranked first in France and 12th globally in hospitality management, according to the latest QS rankings, maintaining this position for four consecutive years.
Zawya
01-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Vatel Bahrain explores Vatel Academy in Lyon, France
Bahrain: A delegation from Vatel Bahrain visited the recently established Vatel Academy in Lyon, France, to gain in-depth insight into the Academy's leading model in hospitality training. The visit marks a significant step toward assessing the potential for adapting this model to meet the professional training needs of the Kingdom of Bahrain. The objective of the visit was to explore the Academy's facilities and programmes, and to engage with its management in identifying opportunities to tailor these training offerings to the local context in alignment with national and regional market requirements. The delegation also participated in a guided tour of the Academy and held a meeting with the Group's President, Mrs Karine Sebban-Benzazon, to discuss Vatel Bahrain's future plans. Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, commented, 'We are pleased with this visit to Vatel Academy in Lyon, which reflects our ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration and foster strategic partnerships with the Vatel Group. Such cooperation is essential to ensuring we continue to provide a diverse range of educational and professional programmes that respond to the evolving needs of the labour market both locally and regionally.' _ENDs_ For more information, please contact: Zainab Ashoor | Marketing & Communications Specialist | +973 17616068 | +973 34567838 Al Jasra, Kingdom of Bahrain Information for editors About Vatel Hospitality School: Vatel Hospitality School was established in France in 1981, specializing in business management within the hospitality and tourism sectors. It has since expanded to 55 campuses across 33 countries. The Bahrain campus, founded in 2018, is part of this global network. Vatel holds a distinguished international reputation, with over 45,000 graduates worldwide who have gone on to become leaders in the industry. Vatel has consistently been ranked first in France and 13th globally in hospitality management, according to the latest QS rankings, maintaining this position for three consecutive years.
Daily Tribune
30-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Vatel Bahrain Observes Grand Oral Examination at Vatel Nîmes, France
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. 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.'
Biz Bahrain
30-06-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Vatel Bahrain Observes Grand Oral Examination at Vatel Nîmes, France
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.'
Biz Bahrain
04-06-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Vatel Bahrain Showcases Premier International Hotel Management Education at Alumni Club Expo in Dammam
Vatel Bahrain took part in the Bahraini-Saudi University Expo, held in Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Organised by the Alumni Club in collaboration with Asas Al-Elaqa for Exhibitions. The event welcomed the participation of a wide array of universities, colleges, institutes, and educational and training academies from Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and across the Gulf region. Vatel Bahrain's participation at the expo attracted substantial attention from prospective students and visitors, who engaged directly with the college's representatives to gain insight into its distinctive academic offerings. The spotlight was on its flagship bachelor's programme in International Hotel Management, which integrates rigorous academic instruction with immersive, real-world training. This comprehensive curriculum is purposefully structured to develop advanced competencies across the hospitality, tourism, and hotel management sectors—equipping graduates with the skills, versatility, and global perspective required to thrive in today's competitive international hospitality landscape. Commenting on the participation, Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, underscored the college's commitment to participating in educational exhibitions to introducing prospective students to its programmes, and noted that such engagements are pivotal in raising awareness of Vatel Bahrain's role in enhancing academic and professional opportunities within the hospitality industry. Sheikh Khaled commented, 'We are particularly eager to participate in exhibitions held in Saudi Arabia, as Vatel Bahrain is among the institutions officially recommended for Saudi students pursuing studies abroad. Our participation in the Expo underscores Vatel Bahrain's ongoing commitment to advancing regional academic collaboration and broadening access to quality education across the Gulf.' Sheikh Khaled further emphasised that the expo served as a valuable platform for engaging directly with prospective students expressing interest in Vatel Bahrain's International Hotel Management programme. 'Our objective is to support students by addressing their queries, providing tailored academic guidance, and highlighting the unique advantages of pursuing higher education within an internationally recognised and forward-looking academic environment,' Sheikh Khaled stated. 'Vatel Bahrain continues to solidify its position as a premier regional centre of excellence in tourism, hospitality, and hotel management education—and we warmly welcome aspiring students to be part of this transformative journey.'
