Gulf News Edufair Dubai puts future-ready education choices in focus

The Gulf News Edufair Dubai, set to take place from October 2-4 at Shangri-La Dubai, aims to highlight future-ready education choices for students. The event brings together universities, career service providers and study-abroad specialists from the UAE and overseas.

Dr Kavita Shukla, Head of Campus at SP Jain School of Global Management, emphasizes that higher education is shifting from merely preparing students for careers to equipping them with adaptability, critical thinking and real-world business skills to thrive in a technology-driven, globalized world.

The fair seeks to help students and parents understand what it means to be future-ready. Prof. Amir Zeid, Dean of Thumbay College of Management and AI in Healthcare, points out that higher education must anticipate technological advancements and prepare students to become leaders in change.

Thumbay College is addressing this through its Applied AI in Healthcare programme, which aims to prepare a new generation of professionals with expertise in AI, healthcare, management, and health economics.

The University of Dubai, under President Dr Eesa Al Bastaki, is also aligning its offerings with the UAE's focus on artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and healthcare innovation. The university emphasizes practical experience and adaptability alongside academic learning.

The Edufair offers students and parents an opportunity to compare programmes, ask about career pathways, student life, and admissions. They can also learn about scholarships available to students of all nationalities. The event will feature panel discussions, spotlight sessions, and workshops on study choices, skills, and employment pathways.