Hashoo Foundation to cooperate with UAJK for pioneering Hospitality Education

MUZAFFARABAD, Dec 20 (SABAH):  Hashoo School of Hospitality Management (HSHM) has announced a strategic collaboration with the University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (UAJK) to launch comprehensive hospitality educational projects and skill development programs aimed at empowering the youth in Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

The landmark announcement of the forthcoming Hospitality Management degree program was made following a special visit to the King Abdullah Campus of The University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir by Chief Secretary of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Dawood Muhammad Bareach, Secretary Higher Education, Zaheer-ud-Din Qureshi, and a delegation from Hashoo Foundation.

During their visit, a warm reception was extended to the dignitaries by Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr. Muhammad Kaleem Abbasi, Registrar Prof Dr. Ghulam Murtaza, Director of Finance and Planning Dr. Bilal Abbasi, Deans, Heads of various Departments, and faculty members.

The highlight of the visit was the revelation of plans for the establishment of the Hashoo School of Hospitality Management at King Abdullah Campus. Commencing from April 2024, the school will offer an innovative program in Hospitality & Tourism Management. The curriculum, meticulously crafted by Sheffield University UK, ensures global recognition, and students have the unique option to complete their third year at Sheffield University or attain an Associate degree after two years at IMSciences.

Internship opportunities will be facilitated in collaboration with renowned establishments such as Marriott, PC, and Hotel One, providing students with invaluable hands-on experience. Graduates of this program can anticipate guaranteed job offers, addressing the pressing issue of skilled leaders in the hospitality and tourism industry in Pakistan.

Speaking at the occasion, Prof Dr. Muhammad Kaleem Abbasi, Vice-Chancellor University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, expressed the significance of academia aligning with industry, foreseeing positive dividends for both partners. He affirmed his commitment to ensuring the program’s success and its potential to attract a multitude of aspiring students.

Director Finance and Planning, Dr. Bilal Abbasi, underscored the importance of the hospitality industry in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing the need for education in hospitality and tourism to provide students with global opportunities.

With a global curriculum and seasoned faculty from around the world, HSHM is poised to offer world-class education in hospitality, tourism, and hotel management, with plans to expand to other cities across Pakistan.

The Hashoo Foundation, committed to nurturing partnerships with prestigious institutions, industry leaders, and cultural entities globally, aims to foster innovation, excel in research, and establish international connections, benefiting Pakistani and Kashmiri students, faculty, and the broader communities they serve.