The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management is an educational institution in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Established in 2001 by the Jumeirah Group, it is the first major academy focusing on tourism and hospitality education at the university level in the Middle East. Since its inception on 5 October 2001, The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management has been meticulously planned to fulfill the exacting requirements of tourism and hospitality management education. The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management's campus provides students a safe, comfortable and dynamic environment conducive to learning, hard work and interaction. Sports and leisure facilities are shared with management employees of Jumeirah, offering students the opportunity to interact with industry professionals on a daily basis. An optional academic year at the École hôtelière de Lausanne in Switzerland is available to students in the Bachelor's program. The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research for the United Arab Emirates licenses and accredits The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management and its degree courses.