The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) is preparing to launch its inaugural international campus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), scheduled for September this year. This announcement was made by IIMA director, Professor Bharat Bhasker, during the institute’s 60th convocation ceremony held at Louis Kahn Plaza in Ahmedabad. Professor Bhasker noted that IIM Ahmedabad...
The UAE has announced the establishment of the Zayed Education Foundation, which aims to create enduring partnerships between the Emirates, the wider Arab world, and the Global South. This initiative is designed to enhance educational opportunities and leadership development for future generations. The foundation’s primary goal is to cultivate leaders equipped with the skills necessary...
IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) Middle East and the DIFC Academy have announced the successful completion of a series of workshops aimed at enhancing the skills of finance professionals. Over 500 participants have benefited from this initiative, which marks the first outcome of their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The workshops, held in the Dubai International...
Liwa College has officially launched its Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) programme, marking a significant milestone as the institution’s first-ever master’s degree offering. This initiative reflects the college’s commitment to academic excellence and innovation in business education. Enrollment for the programme will open soon, with the first group of students expected to start their studies...
Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) have published a study that employs large language models and data from wearable smart devices to create personalized recommendations aimed at improving student wellbeing and academic performance. The study, led by Dr. Arfan Ahmed, an assistant professor of research in population health sciences, focused on a group of 12...
The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has announced the launch of a new PhD program in Geographic Information Science, set to begin in the academic year 2025. This program will be offered by the Department of Geography and Urban Sustainability, which is part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. This initiative aims to...
Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has taken a significant step by joining the 4th Generation University Initiative. This move is aimed at enriching innovation and enhancing the university’s global academic presence. The 4th Generation University Initiative focuses on transforming educational approaches and emphasizes the importance of innovation in higher education. By participating in this initiative, ADU...
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) in the United Arab Emirates has established a partnership with the US-based Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) to improve the quality of nursing education within the country. This collaboration aims to align UAE nursing programs with international academic standards and supports the national healthcare...
Khalifa University of Science and Technology has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to host the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), a prominent US-based organization. This partnership aims to advance research and innovation in the fields of energy and technology. The MoU was announced on March 20, 2025, and highlights the commitment of Khalifa...
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that registration for the new version of the scholarship program will be open from May 1 to June 1, 2025. This program aims to send outstanding UAE students to pursue their studies at 60 prestigious global universities. The scholarship offers more than five leading diplomatic specializations, contributing to...