Traditionally, Jamaica has been seen and promoted as a sun, sea and sand, winter get-away with foreign-owned, multinational corporations (MNCs) having a controlling interest. Coupled with this, the policies adopted by the state to encourage tourism infrastructural development protected the interests of the MNCs and were seen by many Jamaicans as not being in the best interest of their country. As a result, high levels of resentment existed and at times boiled into open conflict between tourists and the Jamaican working class who viewed tourists as ”confused white people.” While efforts were made to promote Jamaica’s tourism internationally, little was done to promote its benefits locally. Now, Jamaica’s tourism industry is at a watershed for even the innovative, largely indigenous and successful ”all-inclusive” concept has failed to market Jamaica other than as a sun, sea and sand destination. If Jamaica is to participate actively in global tourism and continue to make its presence felt in the tourism marketplace of the 21st century, indigenous and ‘authentic’ cultural heritage has to become a part of the tourism product. Also, the tourism industry has to continue to develop avenues through which the Jamaican working class can participate and derive meaningful benefits.

Jamaica's appeal to tourists came from its scenic beauty, warm climate, and white sand beaches, as well as the warmth of its people. The island's proximity to the large North American tourist market was another advantage. An expensive government advertisement campaign, beckoning American tourists to "come back to Jamaica," as well as more cruise ship stopovers spurred tourist development in the early 1980s. Jamaica ranked second only to the Bahamas as the preferred vacation location for American tourists in the Caribbean. Direct employment in tourist hotels increased from 9,527 in 1980 to 13,619 in 1985. Although this employment represented only a small percentage of the total work force, the industry indirectly created numerous service jobs in restaurants, transport, entertainment, and crafts.

All American Institute of Medical Science(AAIMS)

All American Institute of Medical Science (AAIMS) was officially chartered by the Government of Jamaica in May 2009. The University is located in the town of Black River which is the capital of St. Elizabeth Parish, in Southwestern Jamaica. The University is a private medical school keeping a vision of providing quality of education to their students. The University campus is at a distance of 1 hour drive from Sangster International Airport at Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ). The campus is situated on 5 acres of immaculately landscaped grounds, overlooking the Caribbean Sea and the environment of the University is safe and secure and well-equipped with the necessary fire detection equipment and alarms.

The library of the University has a huge collection of books for faculty, students and staff to support the teaching and learning process of the school. Apart from the books the library subscribes to a number database, prints journals, providing access to hundreds of journal titles and other electronic materials are also available. AAIMS mission is to coordinate property crucial to grant awesome medical training leading to generating medical practitioner that will serve the nearby and to shape lifelong beginners dedicated to excellence, faith, leadership, and service.

Accreditations

• Accredited by Ministry of Education of Jamaica
• Accredited by CAAM-HP (Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions)
• Registered by University Council of Jamaica as a Tertiary Level Institute.
• Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDMS)
• Listed in International Medical Education Directory (IMED)
• Listed in World Health Organization/AVICENNA Global Directories of Education Institutions for Health Professions.
• Recognized by Medical Council of Canada (MCC)
• Approved by Medical Council of India
• AAIMS is an institutional member with the AMEE (Association for Medical Education in Europe)

Education Base

AAIMS offers variety of programs leading to the MD degree. The University offers a 4 semester (16) month pre medical program for high School graduates to fulfill requisites for entering MD program. A student holding bachelor degree in science gets directly admitted to 3.2 years of Medicine (MD) program.

The first 2 years of curriculum focus on Basic sciences and their application to Clinical Medicine.The combination of didactic lectures, lab work, anatomical dissection, and problem based learning and hospital visit help expose students to varying situation they are likely to be confronted with in the real world of medicine.

Clinical Base

Caribbean Islands is additionally the dream destination for each medical aspirant throughout a globe and AAIMS stands out to be taking the lead in imparting individualized student-centric clinical education. Students will also experience a safe, invulnerable and least expensive surroundings to study, whilst the island presents an fascinating variety of stimulating leisure activities.

It is stated that “Health is Wealth” and the Medical Profession is the noblest occupation in the world. The core values attributed to preserving the medical career constitutes the quality of fitness specialists generated and their healthcare shipping in the community. AAIMS strongly believes thru its mission and vision it will maintain these core values.

Amenities

• Accommodation is an average of $400 monthly which includes utility power supply, water, internet supply, Laundry, etc.
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided at no extra cost. (It is an all-inclusive package).
• On-Campus swimming pool, Gym and Tennis court for leisure activities.•On-Campus swimming pool, Gym and Tennis court for leisure activities.
• Hostel Cameras are available for Parent to access
• Transportation to and from campus is provided for students who choose to stay on AAIMS off-campus facilities.
• Students don’t have to spend anything extra for basic needs because of the all-inclusive package.