MPATS is a capacity-building initiative under the Erasmus+ programme, bringing together a consortium of six organisations from Moldova, Cyprus, Greece, and Italy. The project aims to enhance the quality, relevance, and responsiveness of vocational education and training (VET) in the Moldovan tourism sector by aligning it more closely with EU standards and labour market needs. As Moldova advances toward EU integration, the development of a modern, skilled, and innovative tourism workforce becomes a national priority. MPATS addresses this need by updating teaching materials, strengthening the capacity of VET institutions and educators, and fostering key competences among students, particularly in the areas of sustainability, digital literacy, foreign languages, and entrepreneurship.
Through a collaborative, cross-border approach, the project facilitates knowledge exchange and the adoption of best practices from EU countries with well-established tourism industries. Teachers and students alike will benefit from new curricula, targeted training, and international exposure that support the green and digital transition of the tourism ecosystem. MPATS also places strong emphasis on social inclusion and gender equality, ensuring that opportunities in tourism education and entrepreneurship are accessible to women and disadvantaged groups. By integrating sustainability principles, digital tools, and entrepreneurial thinking into the fabric of VET for tourism, MPATS aims to empower the next generation of tourism professionals while contributing to Moldova’s broader economic development and EU convergence efforts.
Project Specific Objectives:
- Update VET Teaching Material to Reflect Current Trends in Tourism
- Enhance Digital Competences
- Promote Sustainability in Tourism Practices
- Develop Entrepreneurial Skills among VET students
- Increase International Exposure and Exchange of Best Practices
- Ensure Long-term Sustainability and Impact of Project Outcomes
The project (code: GAP-101183214) is co-funded by the Erasmus + Program of the European Union.Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.
