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  • Tetr College of Business wins award for innovation in business education

    Tetr College of Business wins award for innovation in business education

    Tetr College of Business has achieved global recognition by securing the Gold Award in Innovation in Business Education at the prestigious QS Reimagine Education Awards 2025. This landmark achievement positions Tetr among an elite group of institutions worldwide that are fundamentally transforming business education through groundbreaking approaches.

    The QS Reimagine Education Awards, organized by Quacquarelli Symonds—a highly respected higher education evaluation body—attracts thousands of applications annually from institutions across the globe. The rigorous selection process involves four rounds of comprehensive evaluation conducted by a distinguished panel of over 1,300 higher education leaders, educational technology experts, and industry specialists. The Gold Award represents the highest distinction within the category, recognizing exceptional innovation and excellence.

    Tetr’s revolutionary educational model integrates academic rigor with hands-on entrepreneurship, multi-country immersion experiences, and real-time problem solving. The institution’s curriculum transcends traditional classroom learning by enabling students to develop actual businesses, operate across international markets, and acquire practical experience aligned with the demands of the evolving global economy.

    Pratham Mittal, Founder of Tetr College of Business, commented: “Business education has remained predominantly theoretical for decades while the world has undergone dramatic transformation. This recognition from QS validates our conviction that students learn most effectively through building, experimenting, and operating in real market environments. At Tetr, we are creating an educational paradigm that is profoundly global, intensely practical, and designed for the realities of contemporary business.”

    Tarun Gangwar, Chief Operating Officer of Tetr College of Business, added: “The Gold Award serves as powerful affirmation of our mission to reimagine how business leaders are developed. We designed Tetr to bridge the gap between education and execution—ensuring students graduate not merely with theoretical knowledge but with tangible experience, global exposure, and the confidence to lead effectively from their first day.”

    With this achievement, Tetr College of Business joins an exclusive group of world-renowned institutions including the University of Pennsylvania, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University, INSEAD, and Imperial College London—all previous recipients of this distinguished honor. These institutions collectively establish new benchmarks where learning becomes experiential, outcomes are measurable, and education is fundamentally designed for the real world that students will subsequently shape and transform.

  • University of Macao to establish 5 science, technology faculties

    University of Macao to establish 5 science, technology faculties

    The University of Macao (UM) has announced a transformative academic reorganization that will establish five new science and technology faculties, marking one of the most significant structural changes in the institution’s recent history. Approved by the university council, this strategic initiative will take effect on August 1, 2026, creating specialized divisions for Medicine, Information Science and Computing, Engineering, Science, and Design.

    The restructuring represents a substantial investment in STEM education, with projected enrollment in science and technology disciplines expected to reach approximately 14,500 students. University Rector Song Yonghua emphasized that this expansion will dramatically enhance the scope and depth of UM’s scientific innovation capabilities, positioning the institution as an internationally recognized center of academic excellence.

    The reorganization aligns with UM’s dual-campus development strategy, encompassing both its primary campus and a new facility within the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin. This geographical expansion facilitates stronger industry-academia collaboration and accelerates the practical application of research outcomes across Macao and beyond.

    Construction of the Hengqin campus, which commenced in December 2025, remains on schedule for completion in 2029. The new facilities will provide state-of-the-art infrastructure to support cutting-edge research and innovation across the newly formed faculties.

  • Guangdong tallies educational opening-up during 14th Five-Year Plan period

    Guangdong tallies educational opening-up during 14th Five-Year Plan period

    Guangdong Province has demonstrated remarkable progress in educational internationalization throughout the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), according to official statements from the provincial education authority. At a recent press briefing in Guangzhou, Lin Rupeng, Director of the Guangdong Provincial Department of Education, outlined the comprehensive achievements in cross-border educational cooperation and institutional development.

    The Greater Bay Area educational integration has seen substantial advancements, with strengthened collaborative frameworks between Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao. The province has established 48 Chinese-foreign cooperative education programs at undergraduate and higher levels, creating robust academic partnerships with international institutions.

    In a significant development, three Macao-based higher education institutions, including the University of Macao, have received official approval from China’s Ministry of Education to extend their operational presence within the Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin. This expansion represents a major step in regional educational integration.

    Sun Yat-sen University achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first mainland Chinese university to establish a formal presence in Hong Kong with the Institute of Advanced Studies Hong Kong, launched in 2024. This pioneering initiative enhances scientific research collaboration and academic exchange between mainland and Hong Kong institutions.

    Vocational education has similarly embraced internationalization through the establishment of 22 Lingnan Artisan Polytechnic projects. Additionally, 35 vocational colleges have initiated 93 educational programs in Belt and Road Initiative partner countries, extending Guangdong’s educational influence globally.

    The province has actively promoted its ‘Study in China · Learn in Guangdong’ initiative, with 105 universities now authorized to enroll international students. Current figures indicate over 20,000 international students pursuing education across Guangdong’s academic institutions.

    Educational services for students from Hong Kong and Macao have expanded with the establishment of 12 additional specialized schools. Approximately 110,000 students from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan currently attend kindergarten through secondary education throughout the province. Furthermore, 76 Guangdong universities now hold qualifications to enroll students from these regions, with about 22,000 currently pursuing higher education in the province.

  • How Indian schools in UAE are adjusting exam routines for students, staff ahead of Ramadan

    How Indian schools in UAE are adjusting exam routines for students, staff ahead of Ramadan

    Indian educational institutions across the United Arab Emirates are implementing sophisticated operational modifications in anticipation of Ramadan’s mid-February commencement, demonstrating how academic excellence and cultural sensitivity can coexist harmoniously. With the Islamic holy month presenting unique challenges including shortened school days and altered student energy levels due to fasting, school administrators have developed comprehensive strategies that balance academic rigor with religious observance.

    Springdales School Dubai has adopted a distinctive approach by maintaining its original examination schedule while adjusting daily operations. Principal David Jones clarified that the institution will adhere to Ramadan school timings, concluding daily activities at 12 noon throughout the examination period. The school has strategically scheduled assessments between February 16 and March 11, 2026, ensuring no conflict with the anticipated Eid break around March 19-20. Academic revision sessions will be conducted during school hours to allow fasting students adequate rest time at home.

    Gems Our Own Indian School exemplifies advanced planning methodologies, with CEO Lalitha Suresh emphasizing that examination schedules receive finalization a full year in advance. These dates receive approval from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and appear in printed school diaries for family reference. The institution incorporates preparatory intervals between examination days to facilitate comprehensive student revision, creating a predictable framework that supports both academic achievement and religious observance.

    Behind the scenes, administrative teams face compressed working hours that necessitate innovative task management. Woodlem Park School in Ajman illustrates this operational adaptation, where Principal Bhanu Sharma notes that while examination dates remain unchanged, paper correction, data entry, and result analysis require redistribution across multiple abbreviated sessions. This approach maintains assessment quality while accommodating the reduced working hours characteristic of Ramadan.

    The broader context involves the Islamic lunar calendar’s annual shift of approximately 10-12 days relative to the Gregorian calendar, requiring educational institutions to maintain dynamic long-term planning. This sophisticated coordination between academic requirements and cultural traditions demonstrates how international education systems can successfully adapt to local religious practices while maintaining educational standards.

  • Ministry OKs new public college focused on cyberspace security

    Ministry OKs new public college focused on cyberspace security

    In a significant move to address national strategic needs, China’s Ministry of Education has greenlit the establishment and renaming of 15 tertiary institutions, with cybersecurity and emergency management education receiving particular emphasis. The newly published roster reveals a substantial commitment to specialized higher education reform.

    The most prominent addition is a public college exclusively dedicated to cyberspace security, which will operate under the sponsorship of Wuhan municipal government in Hubei province. This institution has been strategically positioned as a high-level, application-oriented university designed to cultivate specialized talent in the critical field of cybersecurity.

    Concurrently, a landmark development in emergency management education emerges through the merger of North China Institute of Science and Technology and the Institute of Disaster Prevention, both located in Hebei province. The consolidated institution will be renamed the University of Emergency Management, marking China’s first higher education establishment specifically bearing this nomenclature. Operated under the auspices of the Ministry of Emergency Management, the university will be situated in Yanjiao, Langfang, adjacent to Beijing’s municipal administrative center.

    The ministry clarified that these approvals followed thorough deliberations during official meetings and strict adherence to China’s higher education legislation and regulatory frameworks. The complete list encompasses nine newly established institutions, comprising seven public universities and two private ones, reflecting a diversified approach to educational expansion.

  • UAE universities shift focus to make students job-ready under new federal law

    UAE universities shift focus to make students job-ready under new federal law

    In a significant overhaul of its higher education system, the United Arab Emirates has implemented transformative federal legislation designed to revolutionize academic preparation for the workforce. The groundbreaking law, enacted on December 30, 2025, establishes rigorous new standards for licensing and mandatory program accreditation across all institutions of higher learning.

    The comprehensive legislation represents a strategic shift toward aligning educational outcomes with the practical requirements of the UAE’s rapidly evolving knowledge economy. The new framework emphasizes enhanced governance structures, improved institutional management, and strengthened technical and vocational training programs. Central to these reforms is the integration of employability-focused components throughout the entire educational journey, from foundational courses to advanced professional studies.

    Academic leaders across the UAE have welcomed the reforms as a validation of existing quality standards while creating more consistent educational benchmarks. Professor A Somasundaram of BITS Pilani Dubai Campus noted that the legislation ‘creates a more level playing field across private, free-zone, and international campuses’ while providing ‘added layer of assurance regarding quality, governance, and outcomes.’

    The practical implementation of these reforms includes expanded internship requirements, with some institutions already mandating seven-and-a-half month professional placements. Universities are increasingly collaborating with industry partners to develop curriculum content that addresses emerging fields including artificial intelligence, data analytics, cybersecurity, digital business, sustainability, and fintech.

    Professor Cedwyn Fernandes of Middlesex University Dubai highlighted how ’employability is integrated throughout the student journey,’ with educational institutions incorporating industry-informed content, applied assessments, and extensive employer engagement opportunities. Early indicators suggest these reforms are already yielding positive results, with several institutions reporting record enrollment numbers particularly in future-focused academic programs.

    Dr. Anita Patankar of Symbiosis Dubai emphasized that job readiness is now ‘built into the learning journey from day one,’ with students gaining hands-on experience through real industry projects, professional networking opportunities, and practical skill development modules. The legislation also establishes stronger frameworks for lifelong learning opportunities, allowing professionals to continuously update their skills in response to evolving economic demands.

  • Finland’s battle against fake news starts in preschool classrooms

    Finland’s battle against fake news starts in preschool classrooms

    In Finland’s educational institutions, a sophisticated defense against disinformation begins at the preschool level and continues throughout a student’s academic journey. This Nordic nation has systematically integrated media literacy into its national curriculum for decades, creating what experts describe as a robust societal immune system against propaganda and false narratives.

    The comprehensive program, which starts with children as young as three, has gained renewed significance following Russia’s intensified disinformation campaigns across Europe after its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Finland’s strategic position sharing an 1,340-kilometer border with Russia and its recent NATO accession have made media literacy training a national security priority.

    At Tapanila Primary School north of Helsinki, educator Ville Vanhanen demonstrates the program’s evolution. His fourth-grade students now learn to identify AI-generated content alongside traditional media analysis. ‘We’ve been studying how to recognize if a picture or video is made by AI,’ explains Vanhanen, who serves as both teacher and vice principal. ‘AI literacy is quickly becoming a vital skill.’

    Finland’s approach extends beyond classroom walls. The country’s media organizations participate through initiatives like annual ‘Newspaper Week’ and the recent distribution of the ‘ABC Book of Media Literacy’ to every 15-year-old entering upper secondary school. Helsingin Sanomat managing editor Jussi Pullinen emphasizes: ‘It’s crucial to be seen as a source of verified, trustworthy information produced transparently by identifiable journalists.’

    The program’s effectiveness is reflected in Finland’s consistent top rankings on the European Media Literacy Index. Since the 1990s, media literacy has been woven into the educational fabric so thoroughly that it has become cultural competence for the nation’s 5.6 million citizens.

    Education Minister Anders Adlercreutz acknowledges the unanticipated challenges: ‘We didn’t envision being bombarded with disinformation that challenges our institutions and democracy itself.’

    As AI technology advances rapidly, Finnish educators and hybrid threat experts are racing to develop new detection methodologies. Martha Turnbull of the European Centre of Excellence for Countering Hybrid Threats warns: ‘As we move toward agentic AI, distinguishing reality from fabrication will become significantly more difficult. Our educational systems must evolve faster than the threats they combat.’

  • BITS Pilani Dubai Campus concludes 2025 Young Entrepreneurs’ Bootcamp for school students

    BITS Pilani Dubai Campus concludes 2025 Young Entrepreneurs’ Bootcamp for school students

    BITS Pilani Dubai Campus has successfully concluded its 11th Young Entrepreneurs’ Bootcamp (YEB 2025), marking a significant milestone in entrepreneurial education for secondary students. The five-day intensive program, designed for Grades 9-12 participants, transcended conventional learning by implementing a comprehensive framework-based methodology that guided young minds through the complete venture creation lifecycle.

    The bootcamp’s academic rigor was evident from its inaugural address by Prof. Souri Banerjee, Director of BITS Pilani Dubai Campus, who emphasized that entrepreneurial education extends beyond business creation to developing resilience, structured reasoning, and solution-oriented thinking. The program featured notable industry voices including Laila El Atfani, who highlighted youth innovation’s role in building inclusive economies, and seasoned entrepreneurs Rizwan Adatia and Prateek Suri who shared practical insights on scaling enterprises through disciplined leadership.

    Academic sessions led by faculty members from the UAE, United States, and India covered the entire entrepreneurial spectrum—from ideation and business model design to financial literacy, revenue strategies, and investor pitching. The curriculum incorporated cutting-edge technical workshops on 3D printing, space technology applications, and sustainable materials, creating crucial connections between engineering innovation and commercial ventures.

    The program emphasized applied learning through startup founder interactions and an industry visit that provided operational exposure to manufacturing processes and innovation workflows. This practical approach culminated in a competitive pitching event where student teams presented original business concepts addressing global challenges in sustainability, renewable energy, food safety, worker welfare, and inclusive commerce.

    Team TAERS claimed top honors with their innovative concept for harvesting renewable energy from high-speed trains, while Team FreshGuard secured second position with a smart food shelf-life monitoring solution. Team SwapSole earned third place with their modular footwear innovation. The valedictory ceremony featured Mahesh Advani, CEO of MyGovindas UAE, and Hitesh Bhayani, who encouraged students to pursue purpose-driven ventures focused on long-term value creation.

    According to Prof. Trupti Gokhale, the bootcamp successfully translated ideas into actionable plans, equipping participants with unprecedented confidence, clarity, and leadership capabilities. The institution reaffirmed its commitment to developing future-ready innovators through academic excellence, ethical grounding, and strong industry alignment.

  • UAE announces new law on higher education, tightens licensing for institutions

    UAE announces new law on higher education, tightens licensing for institutions

    The United Arab Emirates has ushered in a transformative era for its academic sector with the implementation of a comprehensive federal law governing Higher Education and Scientific Research. Enacted on December 30, 2025, this landmark legislation establishes a robust regulatory framework designed to bridge the gap between academic preparation and workforce requirements while championing lifelong learning initiatives.

    The new mandate introduces stringent licensing protocols that prohibit the establishment or operation of any higher education institution without formal ministerial approval. The law extends its jurisdiction to encompass technical and vocational training centers, free zone institutions, and digital learning platforms, creating unprecedented national standardization across all educational delivery methods.

    Critical components of the legislation include mandatory accreditation for all academic programs, institutional classification systems with public transparency mechanisms, and specific quality standards for e-learning and blended education formats. The law explicitly requires educational providers to implement innovative teaching methodologies, ensure data protection protocols, and foster interactive learning environments regardless of delivery format.

    For free zone institutions, the legislation mandates coordination between federal ministries and local authorities, requiring both local permits and federal accreditation. The integrated approach aims to enhance educational quality, strengthen institutional governance, and boost global competitiveness while ensuring academic offerings directly correspond to evolving economic needs.

    This higher education reform follows closely after the UAE’s recent decree establishing a National Educational Curriculum framework for primary and secondary schools, demonstrating the nation’s systematic approach to educational modernization across all academic levels.

  • Sustainovation Challenge wins Gold at International Sustainability Awards

    Sustainovation Challenge wins Gold at International Sustainability Awards

    De Montfort University Dubai (DMU Dubai) and its strategic partner Ehfaaz have achieved top honors at the prestigious International Sustainability Awards, capturing the Gold award in the “Best Education and Awareness” category. The recognition was bestowed upon their collaborative Sustainovation Challenge initiative during the inaugural awards ceremony that celebrated exceptional sustainability advancements across the globe.

    The International Sustainability Awards brought together pioneering concepts and transformative projects that demonstrate substantial impact in sustainability practices worldwide. Ehfaaz’s Gold award specifically acknowledges the remarkable success of the Sustainovation Challenge, highlighting the powerful synergy between academic institutions and innovative startups in addressing environmental concerns.

    Aliyu Mohammed Ali, co-founder and CEO of Ehfaaz, emphasized the action-oriented nature of the initiative: “The Sustainovation Challenge transcended conventional awareness campaigns by creating tangible platforms for climate innovators. Rather than conducting traditional workshops, we established a dynamic launchpad that enabled participants to develop, pitch, and prototype practical solutions. This prestigious award validates our vision and recognizes the contributions of all innovators working toward a more circular economy in the UAE.”

    Dr. Adham Fayad, lead organizer and driving force behind the Sustainovation Challenge, expressed profound satisfaction with the international recognition: “Witnessing the evolution of this initiative from conceptual framework to award-winning reality represents a milestone in educational innovation. This achievement celebrates the collective dedication and shared vision of all contributors who believed in transforming sustainability education into actionable solutions.”

    The Sustainovation Challenge emerged from a strategic alliance between DMU Dubai and Ehfaaz, combining academic expertise with entrepreneurial innovation. Their collaborative approach from conceptualization through execution established a new benchmark for academia-startup partnerships in sustainability education. The award underscores the effectiveness of their combined efforts in promoting environmental consciousness through hands-on, practical engagement methodologies that inspire real-world change.