By Kalejaiye Abiodun On Mar 8, 2023
LAGOS – Ethiopian Aviation Academy has been upgraded to an aviation university.
A statement by the media consultant to the airline in Nigeria said that the university has launched undergraduate and postgraduate programs in aerospace and hospitality fields.
The statement hinted that the Aviation Academy has been offering aviation training programs such as pilot, aircraft technician, cabin crew, airline sales and services and others.
After it was upgraded to a university level, it has launched degree programs 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.
As a member of the Ethiopian Airlines Group, which includes Ethiopian Airports, Ethiopian MRO Services, Ethiopian In-flight Services and Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, the university offers programs with advanced curriculums, which are taught by faculty and industry practitioners.
Mr. Mesfin Tasew, the Ethiopian Airlines Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), while commenting on the new status, said that after continuous breakthrough expansion and investment, the upgrading of the 65 years old Ethiopian Aviation Academy to a University level offering several degree programs was yet another milestone in the long and successful journey of the airline.
He said that the management would maintain its leadership in the industry, assuring that the university was committed to develop skilled workforce by offering undergraduate and postgraduate aviation programs.
“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,” he added.
Ato Kassie Yimam, Managing Director of Ethiopian Aviation University on his part, expressed delight at the development.
He said that the old academy was the secret behind the success of Ethiopian Airlines Group and had transitioned to a university offering degree programs 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,” he added.