The Manila Hotel Partners with TESDA to Strengthen Hospitality Training

The Manila Hotel, led by president Atty. Jose D. Lina, Jr., partners with TESDA, led by Secretary Francisco Benitez, to stengthen hospitality training

The Manila Hotel has entered into a landmark partnership with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The partnership designates the historic hotel as an official training ground for aspiring hoteliers and hospitality professionals, marking a significant step in advancing enterprise-based education in the country.

The agreement was formalized during Kapihan sa Manila Hotel on August 13, 2025, with TESDA Secretary Francisco “Kiko” Benitez as guest of honor. During the forum, TESDA awarded The Manila Hotel Certificates of TVET Program Registration—its first in partnership with the hotel—recognizing its comprehensive training programs under the Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) scheme.


The Manila Hotel has entered into a landmark partnership with TESDA, formalized during Kapihan sa Manila Hotel on August 13, 2025

“The Manila Hotel is proud to open its doors to the next generation of Filipino hoteliers,” said Atty. Jose D. Lina, Jr., president of The Manila Hotel. “This partnership reflects our commitment to developing skilled professionals who will uphold and elevate Philippine hospitality on the global stage. Providing real-world training is an investment in the future of the hospitality industry.”


The Manila Hotel president Atty. Jose D. Lina, Jr. with TESDA Secretary Francisco Benitez

Secretary Benitez commended the initiative as a vital bridge between academic learning and industry needs. “The EBET program aligns training with employer requirements, and The Manila Hotel, renowned for its heritage and service excellence, is the ideal setting for this partnership,” he said.

Under the program, trainees will gain hands-on experience across hotel operations, from guest services to culinary arts. The EBET curriculum is tailored to meet industry standards, equipping graduates with the skills and competitive edge needed to succeed in the hospitality sector.