Dubai, UAE :BITS Pilani Dubai Campus, a renowned institution known for its commitment to innovation, has announced the appointment of Prof. Souri Banerjee as its new Director. He assumed the role in August 2024 and will serve as Director for the next five years. Prof. Banerjee succeeds Prof. Srinivasan Madapusi, who served as Director of the Dubai Campus since July 2021.
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S&Z Group Announces the Launch of North Gate British School in Ajman
The S&Z Group, a visionary organization that founded the innovative and eco sensitive Habitat Schools located in Ajman announces the launch of their latest state of the art campus, the North Gate British School. The school is set to open its doors for the academic year 2024-25 and is located in Hamidiya, Ajman.

North Gate British School is expected to reshape the schooling landscape in the region, offering a unique combination of the esteemed UK National curriculum with the rich cultural heritage and modern elements of the UAE.

Mashreq Announces the Launch of ‘Pathfinders’, a Graduate Programme
Dubai, UAE 27 August 2024: Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, is proud to unveil the launch of its groundbreaking Graduate Programme, ‘Pathfinders’. This new programme offers a unique and customized training & growth journey, designed to meet the different needs of the bank’s various business units while harmonizing with the career aspirations of graduates.
‘Pathfinders’ presents a specialized, targeted approach to different facets of the bank’s operations, committed to offering Emirati fresh graduates a superior and focused learning environment.
Continue reading Mashreq Announces the Launch of ‘Pathfinders’, a Graduate ProgrammeCanadian University Dubai showcases Emirati Women leading the way in sustainability
Professor and graduate underline role of female changemakers in achieving 2031 vision
28th August 2024, Dubai, UAE: As the UAE marks Emirati Women’s Day, Canadian University Dubai (CUD) Associate Professor, Dr. Naseem Abdulla, and Environmental Health Management graduate, Maisa Alzayyani, exemplify the crucial role that females in the public sector have to play in achieving the vision ‘We the UAE 2031’. As Acting CEO of EHS and Director of the Health & Safety Department at Dubai Municipality, Dr. Abdulla is inspiring emerging women leaders like Alzayyani, as they work cohesively to enhance the public health of the city and build a sustainable future inspired by the national vision.

Dr. Naseem Abdulla, Associate Professor, Canadian University Dubai (CUD) and Director of the Health and Safety Department at Dubai Municipality, Acting CEO of Emirates Health Services
With a career spanning over 17 years at Dubai Municipality, Dr. Abdulla recognizes the importance of integrating academic insights into practical applications within the public sector. An influential figure in both government and academia within the UAE ecosystem, Dr. Abdulla says this synergy has been instrumental in her current roles, as a department director and Acting CEO of the EHS Agency. She explains, “My experience as an Associate Professor at CUD has been invaluable in shaping my approach to public service and leadership, equipping me with the skills and perspectives necessary to drive positive change in our communities. Through academia, I’ve sharpened my critical thinking and research abilities. Publishing in scientific journals has allowed me to contribute to the field’s knowledge base while also informing my own decision-making in practice.”

Maisa Alzayyani, Environmental Health Management graduate, Candian University Dubai
Continue reading Canadian University Dubai showcases Emirati Women leading the way in sustainabilityUAE parents anticipate as much as AED 600,000 for their children’s higher education
UAE parents anticipate as much as AED 600,000 for their children’s higher education, Zurich survey reveals
Parents who start early and choose the right education savings plan are better positioned to secure their children’s futures.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 27 August 2024: A recent survey has unveiled that parents in the UAE anticipate between AED 250,000 and AED 600,000 in funding their children’s higher education. Despite these significant costs, many parents are unprepared financially as the survey revealed that 29% have yet to begin saving for their children’s university education.
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