Industry Associations

• Strong personal links with Government and Opposition members at State, Federal and Local Government levels;
• A strong media profile with a professional public relations campaign; and
• A corporate image program for today's modern hotel.

• consistency in training and academic standards;
• promoting Australia as a destination for international students;
• working with industry and governments to raise the overall level of commitment and support for quality education and training; and,
• ensuring government policies are fair to all.

Based in Washington DC, the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) represents all sectors and stakeholders of the hotel industry in the USA and provides members with advocacy to the US Government, public relations, education and research information.

With 11,000 hospitality executives as members it is the only national organisation dedicated to serving the interests of US hoteliers.

When you study an Advanced Diploma at William Blue, you have the option of also completing the Hospitality Management Diploma awarded by the Educational Institute (EI), which is an international qualification recognised in 160 countries. William Blue is the only Australian management college partnering with the AHLA and EI, and is proud to provide such innovative programs for Australia's future leaders. By completing the combined Australian and international diplomas and a William Blue bachelor degree, you will have the necessary academic rigour and practical skills to succeed in the industry anywhere in the world.