2006
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Tanmia sets up bureaus
Emiratisation body Tanmia has launched a campaign designed to inform UAE students about opportunities in the local employment market. The move will see Tanmia establishing information bureaus at schools, universities and colleges throughout the country. Bureaus will be established at the Institute of Applied Technology, Emirates University, Al Ain Women's Technical College, Al Fujairah Men's Technical College, Ajman Secondary School, Al Ameer Secondary School and Al Quadssiyeh Secondary School.
RAK truants, holiday boost
Many public school pupils in Ras Al Khaimah are enjoying an extended holiday for Eid Al Adha after missing most of last week's classes, reported Gulf News. An education official said students would often decide for themselves when to take their holidays and only those needing to attend exams turned up. Schools had sent out letters urging parents to make sure their children adhered to the correct holiday dates.
Gems postpones fee hike
Global Education Management Systems is postponing fee increases at its Dubai-based schools until the Dubai Education Council concludes a review, Gulf News reported. Gems wants to increase fees in five schools by 55% to 70%.
IHF, e-TQM MoU
The International Hospital Federation has signed an MoU with Dubai-based e-TQM College, to prepare health management courses for hospital staff. They will include a diploma and a masters programme in health management. The IHF represents over 80% of hospitals worldwide.
DIB, fresh Emarati intake
Dubai Islamic Bank has started the fifth round of its UAE nationals training programme Emarati. The course consists of two months theoretical practice at the Emirates Banking Institute, followed by four months practical experience at DIB branches.
Eikon hospitality management
Eikon Academy, located in Dubai Knowledge Village, is taking admissions in a range of hospitality management courses. Programmes are accredited from the Educational Institute of American Hotel and Lodging Association. Eikon has academic collaboration with Merit Swiss School of Hotel Management.
DWC to offer insurance course
Dubai Women's College will offer a course in insurance from February 2007. The Advanced Diploma in Insurance Services and Management is an 18-month programme benchmarked against the UK Chartered Institute of Insurance, the UAE Higher Colleges of Technology said in statement. The aim is to have UAE nationals gain qualifications to allow them to work in the growing insurance sector.
Bahrain education hub
Bahrain is setting up a specialist higher education centre called Education City, Gulf News reported. The Bahrain Economic Development Board signed an agreement with Kuwait Finance and Investment Company to develop the project. It will have a US university, centre for research and studies, specialist academy, sports facilities, and a residential component.
Dubai school, policy change
GEMS, The Kindergarten Starters has decided to alter its general admissions procedure in order to meet strong demand. Registrations for KG1 will be accepted at the school until January 4, except on weekends and public holidays, with application forms available from the website www.gemskgs.com or from the school reception. Admissions will then be based on a draw of lots to be held on February 12.
AD schools fined
The UAE Ministry of Labour has fined two schools in Abu Dhabi for employing unregistered teachers, reported Gulf News. An official at the ministry said the Al Ma'ali International School had 14 teachers without the correct documentation, while the Al Rawafed Private School was found to be employing 60 unregistered teachers.
BUiD accommodates AD students
Students taking a master's in project management at the British University in Dubai are now able to take modules in Abu Dhabi. The move is to reduce the travel burden on students who live in Abu Dhabi, many of whom are combining their studies with part-time jobs, the university said.
AD forum for decision makers
Abu Dhabi University is holding the Abu Dhabi Decision Makers Forum for regional executives to share ideas and expertise. Professor William Scott-Jackson, a fellow of the University of Oxford, has carried out research among 250 global CEOs which has revealed that organisations have minimal tools to evaluate and manage talent.
UK business school at DIFC
London Business School will be offering courses from the Dubai International Financial Exchange from next year. These include a Dubai-London executive MBA programme and executive education courses. Parts of the EMBA course will be conducted in both Dubai and London.
70% hike in school fees
Several private schools in the UAE plan to raise tuition fees by up to 70% next year, local newspapers reported. Three of the schools are run by Global Education Management Systems. A Ministry of Education official told Gulf News that the ministry had not yet approved the fee revisions.
ADU taking spring registrations
Abu Dhabi University is taking registrations for its spring sessions until 22 February 2007. Admissions are being processed at the university's Khalifa City and Al Ain campuses.
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