France DMC Alliance is proud to announce a new partnership with EPT – École des Professionnels du Tourisme, a recognized institution in tourism education with over 40 years of expertise.

This partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthen the connection between higher education and inbound tourism professionals, with the goal of preparing the next generation of tourism leaders.

A School Shaping the Future of Tourism

EPT is a higher education school within the AFTRAL group, specializing in training for careers in transport and tourism. It offers BAC+2 programs such as the Travel & Tourism Sales Consultant diploma and the Tourism BTS.

Currently operating in Paris, Lyon, Nantes, Perpignan, Rouen, and Le Havre, EPT will expand in 2025 to Lille, Dijon, Nice, and Caen.

Its educational approach is based on three key pillars:

  • A dedicated focus on careers in tourism.
  • An innovative and personalized pedagogy.
  • A strong network of over 4,000 partner companies, ensuring a smooth transition to the workforce.

A Win-Win Collaboration

This partnership between France DMC Alliance and EPT is built on a shared ambition: to highlight the importance of inbound tourism professions and facilitate the integration of young talent into a rapidly evolving sector.

In concrete terms, this means:

  • 🔍 Introducing students to the world of inbound tourism, and the exciting opportunities it offers.
  • 💼 Creating direct connections between our member DMCs and future tourism professionals.
  • 🚀 Building career pathways through internships, apprenticeships, and job placements with companies that value experience and engagement.

A Shared Vision: Transmission, Commitment, and Local Roots

By partnering with an institution like EPT, France DMC Alliance continues its mission to pass on expertise in inbound tourism, promote a committed and meaningful vision of tourism, and support regional development throughout France.

We firmly believe that the future of our sector lies in a strong synergy between education and fieldwork, and in actively transmitting the skills and values that define our network.

Welcome to EPT in the France DMC Alliance ecosystem!

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