The Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture, and Media (ADTCM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Horizon University College to strengthen collaboration across education, tourism, culture, and media development in the emirate.
The partnership aims to deepen institutional collaboration through joint academic initiatives, applied training programs, and specialized workshops designed to enhance research capabilities and technical competencies.
The agreement was signed by HE Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director-General of ADTCM, and Prof. Mohammad In’airat, President of Horizon University College.
Under the framework of the MoU, students will gain access to practical training opportunities aligned with the evolving needs of the tourism and cultural sectors.
The collaboration also includes the delivery of professional courses and capacity-building programs for students and government employees, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skills development.
The partnership extends additional academic and professional benefits to ADTCM employees and their families, broadening access to higher education and career advancement pathways. This initiative reflects the Department’s long-term strategy to strengthen human capital and elevate service standards across tourism and cultural industries.
The partnership aligns closely with Ajman Vision 2030, which seeks to establish a sustainable, knowledge-based economy while enhancing the emirate’s global competitiveness.
By integrating academic excellence with sector-specific expertise, the MoU contributes to developing a skilled national workforce capable of driving innovation in tourism, culture, and media.
Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi Director-General ADTCM
“This partnership is a testament to ADTCM’s dedication to forging strong ties with distinguished academic institutions, empowering national talents, and driving the growth of the tourism, culture, and media sectors. Through this strategic collaboration with Horizon University College, we aim to promote academic excellence and professional development while contributing to the advancement of Ajman’s educational and cultural landscape.”
Prof. Mohammad In’airat emphasized that, “Through this partnership, we seek to deliver education and training programs that meet the needs of the labor market and also support tourism and cultural initiatives that play a significant role in advancing community development.”
