The Meetings Industry Association (mia) has launched new certified training courses to assist the professional development of those working in business meetings and events and to support individuals new to the industry.
In partnership with Exceed Global Learning, over 200 training courses are available on demand via the mia’s website. They include developing essential skills in general management and leadership, human resources, finance, revenue management, security and risk, marketing, sales, front-of-house, housekeeping, as well as culinary and food and beverage service.
Other courses include event management, tourism, customer service, workplace health and safety, sustainability, Covid-19 and digital transformation.
Kerrin MacPhie, chief executive of the mia, said: “We are pleased to have joined forces with Exceed Global Learning to provide the sector with easily accessible courses that can immediately increase the skills, confidence and productivity of those working in the sector.”
Matthew Stephens, managing director of Exceed Global Learning, added: ” The people are what make any business successful, and we look forward to this exciting time in which professionals will be empowered to develop new skillsets that will help us rebuild stronger than ever before.”
