New partnership to train 256 Saudi nationals in hospitality sector

New partnership to train 256 Saudi nationals in hospitality sector

The Ministry of Tourism in Saudi Arabia has signed a strategic partnership with Accor, a world leading hospitality group, that aims at nurturing and developing Saudi talent within the hospitality industry. The ‘Tamayyaz by Accor’ programme will offer fresh graduates and talented individuals a clear path for career advancement, expedite nationalisation by identifying essential roles in each department, cultivate internal talent, implement onboarding programmes, and design career growth plans. Upon completing the six-month programme, 256 trainees will be employed in their preferred departments within hotels. Deputy Minister of Tourism for Human Capital Development, Engineer Mohammed Muin Bushnag were present at the signing ceremony, while Accor was represented by Jean-Jacques Morin the Group Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Premium, Midscale and Economy division. Bushnag said: "This partnership with Accor marks a significant milestone in our efforts to grow Saudi Arabia's tourism sector and create job opportunities for our citizens. With Tamayyaz by Accor, we are confident that Saudi talent will be well-equipped to succeed in the ever-evolving world of hospitality." Tamayyaz by Accor encompasses three distinct tracks: Hospitality Specialist, Hospitality Operations, and Hospitality Leadership. The Hospitality Specialist track exposes local talent to the foundations of non-operating hotel departments such as talent and