Ethiopian Aviation University aims for excellence, celebrates 1,551 graduates
Africa’s largest aviation center of excellence, Ethiopian Aviation University has announced the graduation of 1,551 aviation professionals from different disciplines.
In a graduation ceremony held August 5, 2023 at its newly upgraded Commercial Building, the airline announced that the graduates were from Pilot Training, Aviation Maintenance, Commercial, Cabin Crew Schools, and Hotel Operation.
Congratulating the aviation professionals, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew said, “Human capital development is one of the key pillars in Ethiopian Airlines growth strategic road map; and today’s graduation is a testimony of our commitment to ensure that we invest a lot on our aviation brainery.
“As part of our continental commitment, we will continue to provide Africa with skilled aviation professionals. We are delighted to see today youths from seven African countries completing one chapter and opening another in their aviation endeavor.
“We believe in the potential of Africa’s youths to shape the continent’s aviation and continue to educate them at our center of excellence. Today the industry welcomes 660 male and 891 female graduates.”
Since its formation in 1956, Ethiopian Aviation Excellence Center has been offering various aviation courses, mainly to African youths.
The airline explained that currently, youths from Rwanda, Togo, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, Uganda and Sudan completed their education. Currently, the University offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in aerospace and hospitality fields.
According to the airline, courses being offered at the University include: BSc in Aeronautical Engineering, Aviation Maintenance Engineering, Aviation Management & Operations, BA in Tourism & Hospitality Management, MSc in Data Science, MBA in Aviation Management.
The University also offers Diploma and Certificate Programs in Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Pilot Training, Cabin Crew and Commercial Training, Leadership & Career Development, Catering Training, in addition to ICAO Courses and Online Courses.
Ethiopian also owns training facilities in regional cities including in Hawassa, Dire-Dawa, Bahir-Dar and Mekelle.
