Dubai:The Knowledge Assembly, hosted by Dubai International Academic City and Dubai Knowledge Park in collaboration with the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), convened key figures from government, academia, and industry. The event aimed to discuss advancements in Dubai's higher education sector, reinforcing the emirate's status as a world-class learning destination in line with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) and the Education 33 (E33) Strategy.
According to Wam, the assembly, co-curated with QS Quacquarelli Symonds, focused on the future of higher education, its role in talent development, and the necessity of aligning educational outcomes with labor market needs. Discussions also emphasized the importance of collaboration between educational institutions and industry to bolster Dubai's global academic standing.
The panel discussion, titled "From Destination to Distinction Building Dubai's Global Academic Standing," included senior leaders from KHDA, the Department of Economy and Tourism, the University of Wollongong in Dubai, and QS Quacquarelli Symonds. These discussions centered on enhancing the competitiveness of Dubai's higher education institutions.
Dr. Saeed Mubarak Kharbash, CEO of Policies, Research and Programmes at KHDA, highlighted the critical role of Dubai's higher education sector in achieving the objectives of the Education 33 Strategy and the Dubai Economic Agenda D33. He stressed the necessity of sustained collaboration among government, academia, and industry to maintain the sector's responsiveness to evolving economic and labor market needs.
Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai International Academic City and Dubai Knowledge Park, emphasized that The Knowledge Assembly fosters dialogue and collaboration among decision-makers, higher education institutions, and the business community. This contributes to the sector's growth and strengthens Dubai's position as a global hub for higher education and lifelong learning.
Additionally, Dubai International Academic City and Dubai Knowledge Park announced a strategic partnership with Together We Empower (+twe), an AI-powered education and career platform. This collaboration aims to provide students with internship and job opportunities, enhancing their career readiness.
The Knowledge Assembly also highlighted the founding committee members of Dubai's Higher Education Leadership Network (HELN), which aims to align talent development with labor market needs and foster collaboration between higher education and industry.
