Although WHI is one of the youngest post secondary and culinary institution in Jamaica, it has deep roots in the tourism community has tapped into the business sector.
Western
Hospitality Institute (WHI) President & CEO is seen here receiving the
Certificate of Registration from the University Council of
Jamaica (UCJ). Making the presentation to the President and CEO
of WHI, Mr. Cecil Cornwall is Dr. Ethyl London - Executive
Director for the University Council of Jamaica, next to her is
The Most Honorable Maxine Henry Wilson, Minister of Education
and Culture and WHI Board chairman Dr. Nadine Scott.
Accreditation of Programs
Western Hospitality Institute is a registered tertiary
institution with several programs accredited by the University
Council of Jamaica. The institution offers Certificates,
Diplomas, Associate and a Bachelor Degree.
WHI Bachelor's in Hospitality & Tourism Management &
Associate of Science Degrees in specific areas are
accredited by the national accrediting agency of Jamaica " The
University Council of Jamaica ( UCJ) ". The WHI BSc
program is different from all
other Bachelor Degrees in Hospitality & Tourism delivered
locally. This program affords our students the opportunity to
pursue a professional development arm of the program in Canada
where they are immerse in the language of French as a Second
Language, The diversification of cultures, international class
room setting and first world facilities and tours which includes
winery, attractions ect. and the second semester the students
have the ability to travel to China to immerse in Chinese
language, culture cuisine and attractions.
Accreditation Body
The University Council of Jamaica is a statuary organization set
up by the government of Jamaica, to register and accredit all
tertiary institutions and programs seeking to have their programs
evaluated for quality assurance in the field of education. this
body is internationally recognized.
Campus Directors
Montego Bay (Main Campus) - Mr. Paul Ruddy Allen
Virtual campus / Outreach - Mr. Eladio Vassell
International campus - Mr. Omar Smith
Director of Quality - Ms. Ann Russell
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