The Centre of Aviation & Security Studies (CASS), the academic arm of Emirates Group Security, will extend two University Diploma programmes to the members of the Arab Air Carriers Organisation (AACO) following a recent agreement.

CASS and AACO Regional Training Centre have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the University Diploma in Aviation Security Management and the University Diploma in Ground Handling which are being inducted as part of AACO RTC’s training curriculum with its offices in Jordan and Egypt.

These two courses are jointly developed by Edith Cowan University of Western Australia and Emirates Group Security.

“The two University Diploma Programmes are excellent examples of high-quality management training which have been tailor-made for professionals working in the aviation industry. Designed specifically to improve management practices in aviation security and ground handling, both programmes tap on the practical experience of Emirates’ CASS, the regional expertise of AACO, and the academic excellence of Edith Cowan University of Western Australia. We believe these courses add to the educational and professional development opportunities available to those working in aviation, and ultimately help support the growth of the aviation industry in the Mena region,” said Dr Abdulla Al Hashimi, divisional senior vice president of the Emirates Group Security.

The courses, administered by CASS and academic staff from Edith Cowan University, consist of an 18-month programme which involves self-study, tutorials and examinations.

“Aviation security has become a foremost priority, equal in its importance to safety. The fundamental premise upon which airlines, airports and the whole civil aviation industry is based, depends upon providing safe and secure travel to the public. It is an honour and a privilege to collaborate with Emirates, one of the best airlines in the world and one of the most forward-looking companies in the field of aviation,” said Abdul Wahab Teffaha, secretary general of AACO. – TradeArabia News Service