What is AHA?
AHA is a Post-Secondary Education Institution. We are licensed by several professional awarding bodies and work with international partner universities to deliver on our campus in Brasov or in virtual format professional higher education study programmes, ranging from certificates and diplomas to undergraduate and postgraduate (advanced) degrees.Our Mission
We believe we are here, in this physical reality, to experience, create and grow as beings and that every one of us has unlimited creative potential. We also believe that Education spurs Imagination which inspires Action which in turn leads to new Creation. That is how humans evolve.
AHA’s mission is to provide a transformational experience and to create an environment which would help people discover and achieve their true potential through education. That is how AHA contributes to human evolution.
Our Vision
Our vision is to become the ultimate learning organization, students, faculty, and professionals all working together in a continuum and synergistic environment, which generates interaction between different academic and professional levels and ages and stimulates innovation and creative thinking.
Students have easy access to real life industry and industry in turn has easy access to new talent and knowledge, all in a culture of continuous learning, experiencing, creating and growing.
Our Values
YOU ARE HERE TO GROW
Believe in Yourself
Be Different
Be Courageous
Be Determined
Identify, Analyze, And Learn from Mistakes
Push Through to Make Things Happen
Stay Positive and Hopeful
Work Hard and Work Together
Walk The Talk
Act with Integrity, Be Fair
Play By the Rules
Be Helpful and Polite
ALWAYS PURSUE GREATNESS
Our History
Our Legal Structure
AHA is a brand owned and operated by ‘Asociatia American European Education’ (AEE), which is a not-for-profit organization formed under Romanian law.
As a not-for-profit entity, AEE doesn’t have shareholders, it has members, and it is managed by a team of Executive Officers and governed by a Board of Directors elected by its members.
Registration Date: 23.02.2012.
CIF: 29911760.
Partnerships
To achieve our mission and strategic goals we work with a network of partner institutions and companies. We are grateful for these relationships as our success would not be possible without the support of our valued partners.
With over 100,000 students, IU International University of Applied Sciences (IU) is the largest university in Germany. The private, state-approved educational institution with its main campus in Erfurt brings together more than 200 bachelor’s and master’s programmes under one roof, which are offered in German or English. Students can choose between dual studies, distance learning and myStudies, which combines online and face-to-face events, and design their studies independently with the help of a digitally supported learning environment.
In addition, IU enables further training and promotes the idea of lifelong learning. The aim of the university is to give as many people as possible worldwide access to personalised education. IU started operations in 2000 and is now represented in more than 30 German cities. It cooperates with over 15,000 companies and actively supports them in the development of their employees.
Atlantica Hotels & Resorts’s philosophy, as one of the leading Hotel companies in Greece and the biggest owned Hotel chain company in Cyprus, is based on meeting and exceeding customers’ expectations in delivering an opulent variety of differentiated products.
With over 40 hotels around Cyprus, Greece and Egypt (CS Management) and with over 400.000 customers yearly, Atlantica Hotels & Resorts promises to continue offering holiday experiences which are unique, exclusive and specially designed for their individual customers.
Atlantica is AHA’s exclusive partner for the countries of Greece and Cyprus, which allows our students to undergo summer practical training with a close supervision from both partners.
International Trainee Network (ITN) is a cultural exchange organization based in Los Angeles, California with over 20 years of experience with the J-1 Visa Exchange Program.
Thanks to our network of 5 international ITN offices, 40 international partner universities and over 170 partner hotels, ITN is currently the largest provider of J-1 luxury hospitality programs in the United States. Our mission is to provide culturally immersive experiences and world-class hospitality training to students and young professionals from around the world.
ITN and AHA have entered into an exclusive partnership for the market of Romania, which grants AHA students the unique opportunity to access some of the best internship and training programs in the world.
Our People
We are a community of around 300 individuals, including students, full-time staff, and collaborative faculty, united by our dedication to lifelong learning. We share values like integrity, collaboration, innovation and we honour everyone’s contributions and perspectives. Every day, we connect, learn, and support each other, creating an energetic environment where our shared goals and values thrive.Marketing and Admissions Team
Teodor Berszan
Senior Admissions CounsellorIn 2011, I joined the AHA team as one of its early members, and I have no regrets about it.
Anca Georgescu
Marketing & Admissions DirectorI’ve had the pleasure of being part of the AHA family since 2013. My role here as the Marketing and Admissions Director involves orchestrating our marketing strategy and managing admissions.
Alina Borş
Admissions CounselorI’m someone who truly values connecting with others and making a positive difference. Having worked in hospitality, both locally and internationally, I’ve come to appreciate how meaningful it is to create experiences that bring people joy and comfort.
Zsolt Makai
Hospitality Postgraduate – PR & NGO CoordinatorProvide support for PR, press and media relations, facilitating connections with professional organizations and industry NGOs in Romania.
Former Executive Director with extensive experience in the tourism industry since 1998, M&A consultancy since 2004, and marketing/branding since 2015.
Academics Team
Cleopatra Baciu
RegistrarI have been a lecturer for the academy since 2020, teaching Front Office Operations, Room Division Management and Hospitality Operation Strategies. Now I am also the link between the students and the academic team within the registrar’s office.
Ioana Netcu
Programme Coordinator BA Digital BusinessAfter completing both my bachelor’s degree and MBA in the United States, I felt a strong drive to come back home and offer students the same opportunities, resources, and support I found abroad.
Ioan-Constantin Enache
DHA Programme LeaderI am a dedicated educator and marketing professional. My academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Marketing from Transilvania University of Brasov, earned in 2012.
Ioana Țurcaș
AHA BA Programme LeaderI have a degree in Business Administration, completed by a Master’s degree in Hospitality and Tourism Industry provided by Manchester Metropolitan University.
Ramona Costin
Taste Programme LeaderI’m a dedicated professional with over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, starting my journey back in 2000. My extensive background in this field is one of the driving forces behind my role at the American Hotel Academy.
John Fenby
AHA Postgraduate Programme LeaderI am an Education and Business Consultant, Professor of Management Education at AHA, formerly the Dean of a Swiss University College and prior to that a Principal Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University.
Ada Terea
Academic DirectorI am one of the creative leaders behind our higher education programs, designing educational experiences that keep our programs connected to the industry and of value to our students.
Faculty
Undergraduate Hospitality Management
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Careers Team
Ioana Bosca
Placements CoordinatorMy journey in the hospitality industry began in 2012, when I became an American Hotel Academy student.
Ana Leah
Director of Organizational DevelopmentI’m a psychologist, trainer and coach, currently the Director of Career Services at AEE, who’s spent my entire adult life studying human nature and people development.
Financial Team
Claudia Zaharia
Financial/HR ControllerMy 17 year career in personal administration, in parallel with 5 years of accounting, has formed me for the Financial Controller position that I currently have at AHA.
Mihaela Vârsan
Business ManagerI’m AHA’s Business Manager for 5 years now. In this role I’m responsible for ensuring that the company’s financial goals are on track, as well as new hires and trainings.
Logisitics Team
Gabriela Apostol
Sanitary CleanerThe Sanitary Cleaner diligently maintains spaces, ensuring top-notch hygiene for everyone’s well-being.
Sanda Stoican
Security OfficerThe Security Officer ensures a safe and secure environment for all. Their vigilant presence and commitment to safety offer peace of mind to our community.
Dan Gașpar
Logistics ManagerWe live in a time where everything is fast-paced, time seems limitless, and technology, IT, and digitalization are in perpetual development, becoming essential to life.
Student Government
Vera Vasilescu
Head of the Events DepartmentI represent the Events Department of the AHA Student Government. I perceive myself to be a positive and responsible person, always trying to help everyone however I can.
Andreea Popa
Head of the Marketing DepartmentI am a student in the second year at AHA and member of the Events Department, currently Head of Marketing as well.
Damiana Martiniuc
Marketing Strategy LeaderI am a second-year student at American Hotel Academy, I hold a position within the student government as the Head of the Marketing Department,
Dan Giulescu
Student Government Vice PresidentI’m a second year student at American Hotel Academy and I have recently become the Vice President of the Student Government.
Maria Ciocan
Student Government PresidentAs the president of the student government, I am entrusted with the responsibility of guiding student leadership. My role extends beyond delivering speeches or attending meetings; it is fundamentally about fostering a connection between the student body, faculty, and administration.
Leadership
Sebastian Georgescu
CEO & Co-FounderSebastian is a forward-thinking entrepreneur with an international outlook. He launched his first business at 23 …
HONORARY MEMBERS
AHA has conferred honorary membership titles to two distinguished individuals within our community who stepped up and made exceptional contributions to the school’s wellbeing during critical times. We are deeply grateful for their service and honour their commitment with this prestigious distinction.
Carmen Ursoiu
