12th Commencement Ceremony of AURAK honours 186 graduates in presence of Sheikh Khalid bin Saud Al Qasimi

A mix of Emirati and international students received their degrees at the 12th Commencement Ceremony of the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), presided over by Sheikh Khalid bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Vice Chairman of Ras Al Khaimah’s Investment and Development Office and Chairman of Marjan. Sheikh Khalid conferred degrees on a […]

GEMS SCOPE 2023 Climate Conference adds voices of students and educators to wider COP28 discourse

Guests from around the world joined GEMS Education school leaders, educators, and students yesterday for a special climate conference held as part of the fourth edition of the School Conference of Parties Exposition (SCOPE) hosted by GEMS Legacy School in Dubai. The SCOPE 2023 Climate Conference, titled ‘SustainXchange: Dialogues for a resilient planet’, was the […]

The Arab Energy Fund launches “50+”, Graduate Training Program for Fresh Graduates

The Arab Energy Fund, a multilateral impact financial institution focused on the MENA energy sector, announced the launch of “50+”, a graduate training program for fresh graduates looking to gain work experience and enhance their professional capabilities in energy finance. Over a period of six months, graduates will be immersed into various disciplines within the […]

Dubai Centre for Family Businesses partners with Family Enterprise Foundation to offer access to world-class educational resources

The Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, which operates under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has entered into a new collaboration with the Family Enterprise Foundation to provide curated learning experiences for the family business ecosystem. The partnership enriches the centre’s resources and publications service offering by leveraging the foundation’s best-in-class family business resources and educational […]

Ministry of Education participates at the official launch of the Arab Plan for Human Rights Education

Her Excellency Sheikha Khulood Al Qassimi, the Assistant Under-Secretary for Inspection at the Ministry of Education, headed the United Arab Emirates (UAE) delegation at the official launch of the Arab Plan for Human Rights Education. The event took place in Tangier, Morocco, from December 5 to 6, under the theme ’The Arab Plan for Human […]

British Council IELTS launches One Skill Retake in the UAE

The British Council’s International English Language Testing System (IELTS) stands as a globally recognised benchmark for assessing proficiency in the English language. It is a pivotal tool for individuals seeking to demonstrate their language abilities for various purposes, such as academic pursuits, immigration, or professional advancement. In a new advancement, British Council IELTS test takers […]

The University of Manchester hosts graduation event for 150 part-time master’s degree graduates in the Middle East

The University of Manchester, one of the world’s top 50 universities, has hosted its 10th annual graduation event for over 150 Master’s degree students from the Middle East, graduating from the Manchester Global MBA and the Part-time MA Educational Leadership in Practice (the region’s first cohort to graduate from the educational leadership programme). Professor Ken […]

CFI celebrates multiple Great Place to Work® certifications across global offices

In a significant milestone for workplace culture and employee satisfaction, CFI is thrilled to announce its official certification as a Great Place to Work® in seven countries, including Cyprus, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Malaysia, Palestine, and the UAE. The surveys conducted across seven of its global offices revealed that 90% of employees said CFI is a […]

Aafaq Islamic Finance appoints Ms. Yusra Baqi as Chief of Human Capital

Aafaq Islamic Finance, a leading financial institution in the UAE, announces the appointment of Ms. Yusra Baqi as the Chief of Human Capital. This strategic move not only marks a milestone in Aafaq’s journey but also signifies the organization’s commitment to Emiratization, fostering growth, and empowering Emiratis. Aafaq has consistently strived to be a driving […]

Second edition of Evolvin’ Women Forum celebrates and empowers women in the workforce

Evolvin’ Women, a social enterprise dedicated to the advancement of women in developing countries, has concluded the second edition of the Evolvin’ Women Forum in Dubai, in partnership with the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), the world’s flagship free zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise. The Evolvin’ Women Forum is […]