The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management
The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management (EAHM), situated in Dubai, stands as the exclusive home-grown university of its kind in the Middle East, dedicated to the pursuit of hospitality management education. As part of the Jumeirah Group and Dubai Holding, renowned for their hospitality and leisure ventures including the iconic the Burj Al Arab,Jumeirah Beach Hotel, and the Madinat Jumeirah heritage and leisure complex, EAHM offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, as well as professional and life-long learning courses and executive programmes. The university's emphasis on quality education and comprehensive training makes it a significant contributor to the thriving hospitality industry in the region.
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| Motto | Learn in Dubai, Lead the world |
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| Type | Hospitality Higher Education Institution |
| Established | 2001 |
| President | Jeroen Greven |
| Dean | Frederic Bouchon |
Academic staff | 47 |
| Students | 250 |
| Undergraduates | Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality Management |
| Postgraduates | MBA in International Hospitality Management |
| Location | , United Arab Emirates |
| Language | English |
| Website | emiratesacademy |
History
The EAHM was created as part of the emirate of Dubai strategy to develop hospitality and tourism as a key economic sector in the late 1990s. The campus first opened its doors in October 2001 for the delivery of undergraduate programmes. EAHM formed an academic association with École Hôtelière de Lausanne until 2019. By 2005, EAHM had introduced a postgraduate programme, while the first batch of Bachelors and Associate degree students graduated. As the university celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2021, it has emerged as a prominent institution that has contributed significantly to the growth of hospitality management higher education in Dubai and the UAE. The institution's collaborations with leading hospitality organizations and industry experts have also contributed to its growth and recognition as a centre for hospitality management education in the GCC with a global outlook.
Programmes
The Emirates Academy offers degrees on both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Undergraduate Programmes
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in International Hospitality Management[1]
A 3-year triple accredited BBA programme in International Hospitality Management inclusive of a 6-month internship.
Postgraduate Programmes
Master of Business Administration in International Hospitality Management (MBA)
1-year triple accredited MBA programme in International Hospitality Management.
Continuous Professional Development and Consultancy
The Professional Training & Development department[2] offers trainning and certifications courses in hospitality management for professionals and for amateurs, such as Financial Management, Wine and Beverage, Food & Beverage and Restaurant Management, Customer Service, Marketing, Operations Management, Project Management or Human Resources. Several courses are offering international recognition such as WSET Global[4]
Campus and Facilities
The campus consists of a number of resort-style living facilities for the residents : gym, swimming pool, multi sport and tennis courts, recreation room, prayer rooms, cafes and restaurants. Guest housing option is available as well for external guests affiliated with EAHM or the Jumeirah Group.
Reputation
Accreditations and memberships
All programmes of study are accredited by the UAE Federal Government Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (Commission for Academic Accreditation) - Ministry of Education. EAHM is also an accredited member of The International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education (THE-ICE) in Australia, and of the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) in the United Kingdom.
EAHM is also recognized by the China Ministry of Education on its White List and by the Ministry of Education, Saudi Arabia.
EAHM's commitment to delivering world-class hospitality management education is affirmed by its memberships with prestigious international organizations. The university is affiliated with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), EUHOFA International Association of Hotel Schools, and Association for Tourism and Leisure Education and Research (ATLAS). Moreover, it is a member of the Council of International Schools and EUROChrie.
These affiliations and accreditations demonstrate EAHM's adherence to rigorous international standards and facilitate credit transfers and degree recognition from higher education institutions worldwide. Such recognition underscores EAHM's reputation as a premier institution for hospitality management education.