Alitalia has launched a comprehensive new graduate management program in collaboration with Etihad Airways, providing a unique opportunity for graduates from Italy’s leading universities to develop into future leaders of the airline.
A total of 400 candidates applied for the program this year, out of which 24 were selected for enrolment. The first group commenced the program at Etihad Airways’ Abu Dhabi hub today with a ‘discovery’ phase that identifies their core strengths and career aspirations. A range of bespoke classroom-based training and work placements will be offered for two or more years, depending on their interests and career goals. Focus areas can include revenue management, engineering, airport operations, customer service, finance, network planning, pricing and ticketing, sales and marketing, and human resources.
The graduates will complete the program with the creation of a business-based project focused on improving operations in their chosen field at Alitalia. Upon graduation, they will return to Alitalia as specialists in their chosen field and with unrivalled international experience working in a dynamic environment with colleagues from over 140 nationalities.
Prior to travelling to Abu Dhabi, the students attended a recent welcome at Alitalia’s headquarters in Rome, hosted by Chief Executive Officer Silvano Cassano and other senior executives from the airline.
Mr Cassano said: “Our vision for Alitalia is clear. We want to provide Italian travellers with improved global connections, drive increased inbound tourism into the country, and support Italy’s economic growth. Through our revitalised product and service offering, Italy will once again have a premium national carrier that is recognised around the world.
