· Global and Local Engagement: Faculty members actively engage at both global and local levels, participating in international and national forums, exhibitions, and conferences, including an international conference in South Africa and the TOURISE Forum in Riyadh. In addition, faculty have taken part in interactive dialogue sessions on tourism-related issues in collaboration with the Mohammed bin Salman Misk Foundation, fostering knowledge exchange and supporting national tourism initiatives.

· Collaborative Contributions: Faculty contribute to academic and professional activities in partnership with universities across Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Tourism, and other key stakeholders in the tourism and hospitality sector.

· Academic Promotions: Two faculty members were recently promoted to the rank of Associate Professor, reflecting the program’s strong academic foundation and commitment to professional development.

· Research Excellence: Faculty have achieved remarkable success in publishing high-quality research in Q1 journals indexed in the Web of Science, contributing to knowledge advancement in tourism and hospitality management.

· Curriculum Development: Faculty members have played a key role in designing and developing educational curricula, titled “Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality” program for third-year high school students, fostering early talent development and raising awareness of the tourism and hospitality sector.

· National Recognition: The program contributions have helped us to earn recognition from the Ministry of Tourism as a “Success Partner,” highlighting excellence in knowledge enrichment, workforce skill development, and professional standards.