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'Hospitality Management' from Aquinas College of Higher Studies

In accordance with the wishes of the President of Sri Lanka and with a view to prepare future Sri Lankans to meet the challenge of providing service with excellence to the millions of tourists to the country, Aquinas College of Higher Studies has introduced Hotel and Hospitality Management Degree.
Faculty of Hospitality Management of the Aquinas College of Higher Studies is affiliated to London College Dublin, Hospitality Programme. This Degree awarding Institute - London College Dublin, Hospitality Programme accredited by the Educational Institute of American Hotel and Lodging Association, USA, prepares Graduates for Hospitality Industry success.
The batch of 2007 with Rev. Father Rector Placidus Silva and Vice Rector Rev. Father Edmond Samarakoon.

'With great improvement in the security situation in the country, vanquished terrorism paves the way for flourishing Tourism. The tourism industry is likely to be one of the biggest beneficiaries of the peace dividend. But the biggest problem the industry is facing is the lack of trained and professional staff. So we are ready to take the challenge by providing an international qualification at an affordable price' said Rev Father Edmond Samarakoon, the Course Director- Hospitality Management and the Vice Rector of the Aquinas College of Higher Studies.

LCD Hospitality Management Programme in liaison with the hotel industry provides the perfect start for students looking for a competitive edge in the Hospitality Industry of the world.

The educational institute is the training arm of the premier American Hotel and Lodging Association. The Educational Institute is known for developing the world's finest training and educational resources for the ever expanding hospitality industry. EI's role is to prepare dedicated individuals for hospitality career advancement, helping to satisfy the ever-increasing need for qualified personnel. Combining more than four decades of research and expertise of today's leaders, EI resources and qualified personnel are sought by industry leaders throughout the world.

London College Dublin, founded in 1999 has quickly become one of Dublin's Leading Business, Hotel Management and English Language Schools. Their panel of lecturers, trainers and staff are committed to meeting the academic and professional needs of the students. Teachers are carefully selected to nurture and develop a friendly and a caring atmosphere that makes London College Dublin so special.
Aquinas College of Higher Studies was established by the late Very Rev. Fr. Peter A. Pillai, in 1954 with the inspiration and assistance of His Eminence, the late Thomas Cardinal Cooray, OMI the Archbishop of Colombo. Aquinas College is registered with the Tertiary and Vocational Educational Commission of Sri Lanka to conduct courses and examinations at the tertiary level. The College is also affiliated to the International Federation of Catholic Universities in Paris. Aquinas holds a pre-eminent position in the socio-economic life of the country.

Aquinas College is situated in Borella, centrally located. The presence of students from many diverse backgrounds and nationalities provides a cosmopolitan community, creating an exposure to numerous cultures, as we have students from SAARC countries and various ethnic groups. Aquinas is proud to have a considerable number of Buddhist monks and students from all religions and ethnic communities among its student population of over seven thousand. In 2004/5 Aquinas College of Higher Studies was awarded the status of a Degree awarding Institute by the University Grants Commission of the Government of Sri Lanka.

For further career guidance and details please contact:
Vice Rector and Course Director,
Rev. Fr. Raymond Samarakoon
Faculty of Hospitality Management,
Aquinas University College,
Colombo 8, Sri Lanka.
Telephone: 0114616311/0114618689/0112694014/15
Mobile: 0772654242.

 
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