6 | LUXlife Magazine ounded in Paris back in 1981, Vatel Group has undergone considerable expansion over the past four decades, first going international almost 25 years ago. With campuses today being in operation across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas, Vatel Group is truly worldwide – making it the first hospitality and tourism management school group of its kind on the planet. From the 50 locations it runs, the emphasis for its teams is to share with students the art of French hospitality, which is internationally renowned. Aside from conveying this world-class experience to pupils, another of Vatel Group’s focus areas is teaching the French language to all of the non-French speaking companies where its sites are based. The result is that there are today more than 35,000 alumni who not only speak a second language, but who can be found working in some of the most lavish and desirable hotels in the world. All of these individuals have also been trained according to their specific countries’ customs, as well as in more generalised techniques. “We are committed to providing students with a world-class education and preparing them for successful careers in the dynamic hospitality industry.” Based in the coastal village of Al Jasra, Vatel Bahrain serves as Vatel Group’s first and only international business management tourism and hospitality school in the GCC region. With a curriculum that sees a perfect balance between practical, hands-on learning and theoretical knowledge struck, the company can truly embody the international excellence Vatel Group demands, all whilst training up its students to excel in the wealth of unique GCC hospitality career opportunities available to them in this market. Further bolstering student prospects are the strong ties Vatel Bahrain enjoys with the region’s leading hotel chains, granting access to work experience and employment opportunities with trusted providers. Exploring this further, Neda Ali told us: “Our partnerships with prestigious hotel brands allow students to participate in specialised training programmes, internships, and site visits. This hands-on experience under the guidance of industry experts equips students with the necessary skills and mindset to deliver exceptional service.” Leading Hospitality & Tourism Management Business 2025 – Middle East Comprising a global network of 50 hospitality and tourism management schools spread across every corner of the world map, Vatel Group is on a mission to see that future generations are able to excel in international hospitality. One of its many centres, Vatel Bahrain, has been recognised in this programme for its commitment to upholding the wider ethos and values of Vatel Group, as well as raising the bar for tourism education in the Middle East and beyond. The company’s very own Neda Ali, the Acting Admissions and Marketing Manager, caught up with us, shedding more light on the business. As touched on above, all of the practical experience that Vatel Bahrain’s students are offered are complemented by a series of first-hand knowledge and an abundance of unique insights, with these seamlessly delivered in an engaging classroom environment by the company’s team of faculty members. The strengths of this hybrid approach also speak volumes, with the Vatel brand having placed in the top 8% of global universities in the QS World University Rankings for four consecutive years, a testament to its excellence. When it comes to Vatel Group, and especially Vatel Bahrain, the driving force behind all of this acclaim are its teams, both its faculty members and general staff. Regardless of role, the people at the heart of this company do much more than simply offer international hospitality education in Bahrain, they strive to nurture a lasting impact in the lives of those they reach. Working towards the creation of a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic environment, it is the passion of every team member that keeps the company hitting new heights. It has not always been easy to achieve this success however, with the team at Vatel Bahrain forced to overcome a number of obstacles. F
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