M.P.I. Announces New Training Centre at Ryerson

Meeting Professionals International has announced plans to open an M.P.I. Global Training Centre—the first in Canada—at Ryerson University. "We are rapidly expanding our available locations for individuals in the meeting and business event industry to receive hands-on education at the local level," Didier Scaillet, chief development officer for M.P.I. said in a statement. "Ryerson University brings over 50 years of hospitality and event management education experience to the table, meeting key selection criteria and making it a perfect fit as an M.P.I. Global Training Centre."

According to M.P.I., one of the deciding factors when choosing a location for a training centre is the prevalence of a business or management school. "The basis for this decision is based on meetings and events needing to be viewed as a business performance tool to enhance communication, motivation, and learning," stated a press release. Ryerson has the oldest hospitality and tourism program in Canada.

The university's Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management will begin offering certificates in meetings and business events in February. "We are honored to be selected as the first M.P.I. Global Training Centre in Canada. This continues the school's tradition in staying relevant, responsive, and connected to our industry," said Dr. David Martin, director of the Ted Rogers School.