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Stern Executive MBA Program Launch

Shaping leaders: NYUAD Stern’s Barbara Scheck on its new EMBA 

The vice dean of programmes at Stern and clinical associate professor of management, explains how the programme is preparing leaders to navigate AI, sustainability, and social impact

Prayer break introduced in UAE government schools

Prayer break introduced in UAE government schools

In a statement, the ministry confirmed that time will now be allocated each day for students to perform the noon prayer in congregation

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Oman launches AI-powered classroom transformation with Microsoft

Aligned with Oman Vision 2040, the programme advances the country’s goal of building a knowledge-based society.

University of Sharjah Signs Strategic MoU with Binance Academy

University of Sharjah partners with Binance Academy to drive blockchain innovation

The two entities will work together on a range of initiatives, including joint academic programmes, research collaborations

UAE’s new school calendar: Term dates, holidays revealed

UAE’s new school calendar: Term dates, holidays revealed

The updated calendar also introduces mid-term breaks for public and private schools following the government curriculum

School performance plaques in Abu Dhabi: What you need to know

The initiative reflects ADEK’s commitment to raising educational standards while fostering a strong sense of national identity among students

Region's first King's College School London Wimbledon to open here

Region’s first King’s College School London Wimbledon to open in UAE

Located within the master-planned community of Fahid Island, the new campus will span 50,000 square metres and serve up to 2,220 students

Executive education: Accenture's Abir Habbal on preparing AI-savvy leaders

Executive education: Accenture’s Abir Habbal on preparing AI-savvy leaders

How executive education courses such as Accenture and Stanford University’s Generative AI Scholars Programme are helping c-suite leaders prepare for an AI dominated ecosystem

GEMS signs biggest solar energy deal in UAE’s education sector

This particular initiative is expected to reduce 14,276 metric tonnes of carbon emissions per year, equivalent to taking 3,300 cars off the road

Ramadan 2025: Abu Dhabi public schools introduce remote learning on Fridays

This initiative enables students to participate in activities at home alongside their families

Trade wars: China hits US with targeted tariffs after Trump imposes new levies

China’s Finance Ministry said it would impose levies of 15 per cent for US coal and LNG and 10 per cent for crude oil

UAE: Leader in Artificial Intelligence

Pearl of AI excellence: Minister wants UAE to be world leader

The UAE has been seamlessly incorporating AI into people’s daily lives

Five opportunities for growth in GCC's industrial sector in 2025

Five opportunities for growth in GCC’s industrial sector in 2025

The region’s strengths and strategic initiatives provide a solid foundation for growth and innovation that will enable manufacturers to thrive, despite the obstacles ahead

Goldman Sachs sees oil demand growing until 2034

Oil prices climb amid fall of Syria’s Assad regime

Brent crude futures rose 36 cents, or 0.51 per cent, to $71.48 per barrel on Monday amid the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime

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Abu Dhabi unveils expanded Golden Vendor list, covers 145 industries

By prioritising local content, the expanded list is poised to drive job creation, stimulate innovation, and accelerate Abu Dhabi’s transition to a diversified, non-oil economy

UAE central bank fosters innovation with new hub at EIF

UAE central bank fosters innovation with new hub at EIF

The partnership will foster a new generation of skilled professionals equipped to meet the industry’s evolving demands

The future of work: How entrepreneurs are redefining work-life balance

The future of work: How entrepreneurs are redefining work-life balance

Flexible and hybrid work models have disrupted the traditional on-site working arrangement for many sectors, allowing for practices such as remote working

Shari’ah-compliant firm GII finalises investment in GEMS education. Image for illustrative purposes

Shari’ah-compliant firm GII finalises investment in GEMS education

GII, with over $4.5bn in assets under management, marks this investment as the second collaboration with Brookfield this year

Abu Dhabi’s Alef seeks to raise $515m from IPO

Abu Dhabi edtech firm Alef sets IPO price range, seeks to raise $515m

Alef is offering the shares in two tranches, with the edtech firm expected to debut on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange on June 12

Here’s why an online MBA is advantageous for business leaders

Here’s why an online MBA is advantageous for business leaders

Courses in an online MBA are designed to be accessed from anywhere in the world, providing access to a global network of faculty and peers

Coursera's Jeff Maggioncalda on the future of learning and work

Want to enhance your career prospects? Coursera’s CEO shares key tips

Coursera CEO Jeff Maggioncalda shares how the global online learning platform is enabling adaptive and personalised learning experiences for students and professionals

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UAE weather: Work from home, remote learning extended to Feb 13

The National Centre of Meteorology has issued weather advisories covering a significant portion of the country until noon on Tuesday

Heriot-Watt University Power Letters 2024: Training students for green collar jobs

Power Letters 2024: Preparing students for ‘green collar’ jobs

The provost and vice principal at Heriot-Watt University Dubai is hopeful about a future where students are trained for ‘green’ jobs

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Dubai adds new private schools in 2023-24 academic year

Dubai is home to a total of 220 private schools, which enrolled over 326,000 students in the 2022-23 academic year

Heriot-Watt University Dubai

Heriot-Watt University Dubai receives initial institutional licensure by UAE MoE

The university’s graduates will now be able to pursue further degrees in CAA-accredited universities on completion of programme accreditation

Jamal Al Jassmi

Banking: Why investing in human capital is a key driver of success

Companies need to invest in people as much as they do in technology, as reskilling employees is both cost-effective and offers significant mid to long-term dividends

Amanat buys 60% stake in HDC

UAE’s Amanat acquires 60% stake in Human Development Company for Dhs215.3m

Based in Saudia Arabia, Human Development Company provides educational, medical and rehabilitation services

ADGMA School of Law launched

Abu Dhabi’s ADGM Academy launches School of Law

The School of Law will offer courses and programmes to support the advancement of legal education and professional development in the UAE

Ajman University: A pioneer for education, inclusion, innovation and social impact

Ranked among the top 700 global universities, AU offers 35 programmes which are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education

Zurich-YouGov survey

Children’s tuition fees a key concern for GCC professionals in pharma, telecom sector, reveals survey

According to the survey, 71 per cent of UAE parents across these industries don’t have an education savings plan, and spend a significant amount of their monthly income on tuition fees