Colliers International has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management, with the aim of providing students with a practical and industry-focused skill set in hotel asset management.

Colliers was selected to partner with the hospitality academy as the company’s asset and project management divisions offer three main service lines: technical and pre-opening services; operational and financial reviews, and acquisition/disposal due diligence.

"We are excited to collaborate with The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management in fostering the asset managers of the future,” said Colliers International Mena head of hotels Filippo Sona.

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Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management dean Dr Stuart Jauncey added: "We are very committed to the employability of our graduates and to the provision of real skills that students can apply throughout their careers. There is often perceived to be a gap between education and industry and this model of teaching and learning certainly addresses this issue. Initial feedback from the students attending these classes has been absolutely excellent."