InterContinental Hotel, Strathmore sign training deal

InterContinental Hotel has signed an agreement with Strathmore University that will see students from the university and hotel staff benefit through mutual technical support.

InterContinental Nairobi General Manager Dieter Franke says they will partnering with the university to see its staff receive training. “Our aim is to develop dedicated professionals with university qualifications that are internationally recognised and highly regarded,” he said.

“InterContinental Nairobi will also collaborate with Strathmore University in designing industry programs that align the institutional needs with the overall hospitality industry needs, thus bridging the gap between hospitality theory and practical work,” said Franke.

The agreement will see the hotel staff pursue Bachelor of Tourism Management and Bachelor of Hospitality courses offered at the university and in return Strathmore students and lecturers will receive internships and training opportunities from the hotel. Speaking at the signing, Strathmore University’s Dean School of Management and Commerce Dr David Wangombe said the agreement will ensure Strathmore students get internship opportunities.

“The partnership will greatly enable the university meet its objective of providing holistic teaching to its students,” said Wangombe.

Wangombe also noted that it is important to prepare students not only for academic excellence but also help nurture innovation, critical thinking, creativity and problem solving as this will give their students an edge that is critical to success.

Source: www.standardmedia.co.ke