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05.08.2024
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, is excited to announce the expansion of its education programmes globally.
This strategic initiative underscores UFI’s commitment
to education as one of its core pillars, aiming to empower professionals at all
stages of their careers with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the
ever-evolving exhibition landscape.
Regional
Successes and Upcoming Programmes
This year, UFI successfully conducted a Venue Management School (VMS) in
Shenyang, hosted by Shenyang New World Expo and held in collaboration with the
Venue Management Association of Australia. Additionally, a VMS took place in
Macau with the support of the Macau Fair & Trade Association (MFTA),
enhancing the expertise of local venue management professionals. Looking ahead, UFI will also host a UFI Exhibition Management School
programme in Macau with MFTA from 10-12 September, which is expected to
significantly elevate the professional standards and capabilities within the
exhibition industry.
UFI
Greater Bay Area Education Partnership
UFI and the MFTA have signed the first-ever Greater Bay Area Education
Partnership, which will include multiple onsite, in-person UFI education
programmes in Macau. UFI’s Exhibition Management School and Venue Management
School, held in English and Mandarin, will be among the programme offerings. This exclusive, two-year agreement further underscores UFI’s role as a
leading education provider for the global exhibition industry and will help
establish Macau as an education hub. Adeline Vancauwelaert, COO of UFI, comments, “In response to the growing demand for professional
development opportunities, UFI is committed to expanding our educational
offerings globally. Education is one of UFI’s core pillars, and we aim to
ensure that industry professionals worldwide have access to the highest quality
training and resources, empowering them to drive the future of the exhibition
industry.”
“Both the UFI Exhibition Management School (EMS) and the UFI Venue Management School (VMS) are foundation programmes of the UFI Certified Professional designation.
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