The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is known for many things including its diversity, political and economic stability, warm hospitality and much more. We have seen UAE grow tremendously over the years and if you are finding reasons to choose UAE …
Why should you Opt for Studying in UAE? One of the most nerve-wracking decisions that a student has to make is deciding on a university to study in. A student might even consider joining international universities for better career options …
The UAE is dynamic and exciting, best known for its diversity, hospitality, political stability, posh cities, and mouthwatering cuisines. Anyone can go anywhere in the world, but recently educational institutions in the Emirates have been establishing a name for themselves. …
“Those who have knowledge don’t predict. Those who predict don’t have knowledge’ (Lao Tzu). Evaluate the paradigm in relation to specific areas of knowledge (natural sciences). When we examine the ways of knowledge generation, validation and assimilation across specific areas …
I am writing today about a topic that has bothered me immensely over the past couple of years. Striving for excellence is trumped (pun intended) by moving ahead with mediocrity. Look at your everyday experiences – as trivial as they …
College/University Presidents, Enrollment directors, recruitment and marketing managers - does this sound familiar? Here are some of the common 'gripes' I hear and am offering my response. Please feel free to add/comment. My brand positioning doesn’t seem to connect with …
The 'summer of frenzy' will culminate in a 'winter of discontent' for high school students (and parents) seeking admissions in 'western' elite universities. Students who are applying to selective colleges are currently in a state of hopeful/less anxiety and by …
The future sounds like sci-fi – False. The future doesn’t sound like sci-fi – False. Read again. Reflect. How can we reconcile what the future looks like when all predictions have been way off the mark in the past 40 …
In this series, so far, I have written about the ‘why’s and dos’ but what about don’ts? This will be my concluding article. Strategic choices in a university transformation or set up can have grave future ramifications and it’s important …
That is a question which should keep university presidents, board of trustees, investors and leaders awake. If it doesn't, then all stakeholders should worry! Introduction The founding tenets and vision are where clarity and focus is critical. As I realized, …