By Maria Diamond 11 March 2023 | 4:49 am Ethiopian Aviation Academy, which was established 65 years ago, making it the largest and oldest Aviation Academy in the region, has announced its upgrade to an aviation university, accepting both Ethiopian and international students. Ethiopian Aviation Academy Ethiopian Aviation Academy, which was established 65 years ago, making it the largest and oldest Aviation Academy in the region, has announced its upgrade to an aviation university, accepting both Ethiopian and international students. The university has also launched its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in aerospace and hospitality fields. Prior to the upgrade, the Aviation Academy has been offering aviation training programmes such as Pilot, Aircraft Technician, Cabin Crew, Airline Sales and Services, and other training. After it was upgraded to a university level, degree programmes such as BSc degree in Aeronautical Engineering, BSc Degree in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering, BSc degree in Aviation Management, BA degree in Tourism & Hospitality Management and MBA in Aviation Management were added to the courses. As a member of the Ethiopian Airlines Group which includes Ethiopian Airports, Ethiopian MRO Services, Ethiopian Inflight Services and Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, the university offers programmes with advanced curriculums which are taught by faculty and industry practitioners. Speaking on the upgrade, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew said, “After continuous breakthrough expansion and investment, the upgrading of the 65 years old Ethiopian Aviation Academy to a University level offering several degree programmes is yet another milestone in the long and successful journey of our airline, and will maintain its leadership in the industry. The University is committed to developing a skilled workforce by offering undergraduate and postgraduate aviation programmes. The University is expected to produce highly skilled aviation professionals and leaders that meet the growing human resource needs of Ethiopian Airlines Group and other airlines in the region.” In his remark, Managing Director of Ethiopian Aviation University, Ato Kassie Yimam, said “We are happy to announce that our 65 years old Academy, which is the secret behind the success of Ethiopian Airlines Group, has transitioned to a university offering degree programmes accepting both Ethiopian and international students. The University will continue to contribute to the rapidly growing aviation sector of Ethiopia in particular and the continent at large.” It is to be recalled that the Ethiopian Aviation Academy inaugurated a new training center in Hawassa city last month. Latest NOW The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has advised the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to desist from making libelous allegations against the person of its Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu. 59 mins ago Dr. Josef Onoh, the Southeast spokesperson for Bola Tinubu’s presidential campaign council, has criticized the former Minister for Transport, Chibuike Amaechi, for making promises he cannot keep. Onoh has asked Amaechi not to stir up emotions among the Igbo people in Nigeria, nor drag the All Progressives Congress (APC) into his personal agenda by recalling… 1 hour ago Pepe Reina has represented some of Europe’s most iconic clubs over the past two decades but there was always one the former Spain goalkeeper longed to return “home” to one day. 1 hour ago Apple Music has announced that legendary producer, entrepreneur, and Mavin Records founder, Don Jazzy has released the sixth and final episode of season 1 of his monthly radio series on Apple Music 1 called Don Jazzy Radio. 1 hour ago Nigeria has been scheduled to compete in the International Handball Federation (IHF) Emerging Nations Championship 2023 holding from April 25 to 30th in Bulgaria.
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