The One Day Tour Guide Renewal Training Program of Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) was conducted at Skyline University College on September 21, 2019. The training was conducted by Dr. Amitabh Upadhya, Director for Outreach and Accreditation, and Dr. Mohit Vij, Associate Professor. The training concluded with a site visit at the Heart of Sharjah.
The SCTDA One Day Tour Guide Renewal Training Program is designed to refresh and update the knowledge of the existing tour guides about the emirate of Sharjah to renew their license and promote Sharjah as tourist destination.
A new semester is a chance for a fresh start, and starting with energy and enthusiasm is the goal of SUC’s Human Resource Department when it organized a volleyball match for its Thursday Happy Hour, a weekly activity to boost engagement and nurture the spirit of camaraderie among employees.
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Skyline University College recently organized the “Changing the Gear” workshop as part of its goal of preparing students for the technology-driven world.
Dr. Ajith Kumar, Head of Academics for the School of Business, inspired students with his speech on the importance of believing in oneself and how to make the most of the opportunities presented by the world. Dr. Petr Svoboda, Lecturer, gave a workshop session on Innovative Thinking. From the School of IT, the Head of the Academics, Dr. Deepak Kalra, and ACCA Instructor, Mohammad Shoaib, talked about the Internet of Things and Careers of the Future.
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Today we’ve welcomed a new batch of ACCA and CTH students!
Students, we hope you’re all excited to start a new learning journey at Skyline University College. Make the most of your learning experience here at SUC!
SUC employees enjoyed an awesome battle of the brains at SUC campus on Thursday. The Quiz Bee competition, organized by the Human Resource Department (HRD), challenged the participants, and test their knowledge and memory.
The Happy Hour is a weekly activity organized by HRD to boost engagement and nurture the spirit of camaraderie among employees.
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Skyline University College has renewed its strategic alliance and cooperation with the Directorate of the Human Resources and Emiratisation under the Waffer Program, which was made official through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signing on September 11, 2019. H.E. Dr. Tariq bin Khadim, Chairman of the Directorate of Human Resources – Sharjah, and Mr. Nitin Anand, Chairman of the Executive Council of SUC signed the MOU. The event was witnessed by H.E. Abdullah Yousef Al Ali, Director of Strategic Planning, H.E. Jawaher Saif Al Oud, Director of the Waffer Program, and Mr. Firas Al Tabbaa, SUC Deputy Director for the Government and Public Relations.
SUC has allocated a scholarship fund of 15-million dirhams for the government employees under the Directorate of Human Resources and Emiritisation and their families for the bachelor’s and master’s degree programs under the School of Business and School of IT. The two organizations also discussed possibilities of workshops and training sessions to be conducted by SUC for the unemployed as a support for the Emiratisation Program of the UAE Government.
The executives of Skyline University College visited the Chairman of Sharjah Economic Development Department, H.E. Sultan Abdullah bin Hadda Al Suwaidi, on September 11, 2019. Mr. Nitin Anand, the Chairman of the Executive Council of Skyline, and Mr. Firas Al Tabbaa, SUC Deputy Director for the Government and Public Relations, updated His Excellency about the programs offered by SUC under its School of Business and School of IT. SUC also discussed possibilities of conducting workshops and training sessions for Sharjah Economic Development Department.
SUC continuously strengthen its alliance and partnerships with government and private sectors so it can provide better support and assistance to various communities outside the academe.
Skyline University College cultivates a lifelong learning mindset in students. It encourages them to pursue education after their undergraduate studies. It also provides workshops to develop their skills so they can thrive in the globalized world.
Recently, SUC held a Pocket MBA at the campus for its alumni and graduating students to enhance their skills and equip them with knowledge on the emerging trends in management, investment decisions, and techniques for optimal allocation of resources. SUC faculty members Dr. Sakthivel A.M., Dr. Ramakrishna Yanamandra, and Dr. Manuel Fernandez who conducted the workshops also introduced them to the different career opportunities open for MBA graduates
Being happy and engaged at work matter. For the Human Resource Department (HRD) of Skyline, keeping employees engaged and happy plays a valuable role in the overall success of the university. As part of its employee engagement programs, HRD took the employees on a cruising adventure last Thursday where they enjoyed the best view of Dubai’s skyline and got the chance to socialize and build camaraderie.
The SUC also hosted a party for the August birthday celebrants where everyone enjoyed food and dancing.
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Skyline University College (SUC) established a knowledge partnership with Shoolini University, India, which was made official through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signing on August 27, 2019, in India. The MOU establishes cooperation in research, education, and culture between the educators and students of the two universities.
Professor Prem Kumar Khosla, Vice Chancellor, and Dr. Amitabh Upadhya, SUC Director of Outreach and Accreditation, signed the MoU on behalf of their respective organizations. This MOU signing was initiated by Dr. Upadhya with the assistance of SUC’s Corporate Affairs Office (CAO) headed by Mr. Rasheed Muhammad Khalid.
In line with its goal of preparing students to be ready for the technology-driven future, Skyline University College has organized “To Change the Gear” workshop. This workshop is part of SUC’s CSR initiatives to equip the young generation with knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the world which is becoming more interconnected.
On July 29, Dr.Ramakrishna and Dr. Sakthivel gave sessions on Emerging Trends in Operations & Marketing and Dr. Deepak Kalra gave the second session on Block Chain Technologies and Internet of Things. The Event concluded with the certificate distribution to the participants.
Skyline University College conducted the SCTDA (Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority) Advanced Tour Guide Training Program from July 18 to 20, 2019 at SUC Campus. The workshop was attended by participants of various professions such as entrepreneurs, dentists, and mechanical engineers in addition to being a licensed your guide.
The program serves as a platform for tour guides having license from other emirates to promote Sharjah tourism. The training aims to update the participants’ knowledge about Sharjah destinations and enhance their tour guiding skills.
In this 3-day SCTDA Advanced Tour Guide Training Program, Skyline faculty members — Dr. Amitabh Upadhya, Dr. Ajith Kumar, and Ms. Rouba Dbouk — gave sessions on various topics that include Embrace Tourism, Golden History of Sharjah, Smile while you are in Sharjah, and sustainable tourism initiatives in the emirate. The workshop concluded with a guided tour at the Heart of Sharjah.