Ethiopian Aviation Academy, the largest and oldest Aviation Academy in the region, has announced its upgrade to an aviation university.
Hence, the university has launched undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in aerospace and hospitality fields.
The Academy has been offering aviation training programmes such as pilot, aircraft technician, cabin crew, airline sales and services, and other trainings.
With its upgraded to a university, it has launched degree programmes such as B.Sc degree in Aeronautical Engineering, B.Sc degree in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering, B.Sc degree in Aviation Management, BA degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management and MBA in Aviation Management.
As a member of the Ethiopian Airlines Group which includes Ethiopian Airports, Ethiopian Maintenance, Repair, Organisation (MRO) Services, Ethiopian Inflight Services and Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, the university offers programmes with advanced curriculums which are taught by faculty and industry practitioners.
Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, Mr. Mesfin Tasewe, stated, “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 develop 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.”
Managing Director of Ethiopian Aviation University, Ato Kassie Yimam, on his part 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 centre in Hawassa city last month