Dr. Ramakrishna Yanamandra, Associate Dean-Undergraduate Program and Assistant Professor of School of Business, SUC has participated as a Panelist in the Inaugural Session of International Education Forum 2021-22 on the theme National Education Policies (NEP) of India organized by St. Joseph's Degree and PG College, Hyderabad, India.
He highlighted the key aspects of NEP-2021 and shared his opinion about challenges in the implementation of this policy.
Mr. Nitin Anand, Vice-Chairman and Chair of Executive Council-Skyline University College (SUC), and Mr. Firas Al Tabbaa, Deputy Director - Public and Government Relations, paid a courtesy visit to H.E. Majid Al Jenaid, CEO of Sharjah Cooperative Society (Sharjah Coop) and H.E Mansour Al Souqi, Sharjah Cooperative Society’s Director of Investors Relations, on August 9, 2021 to discuss avenues of collaboration and cooperation.
SUC continues to strengthen its government alliances to reach its goal of delivering quality education in the MENA region.
Skyline University College signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Arab Republic of Egypt Social, Cultural & Sporting Club on July 5th, 2021. The MOU was signed from SUC’s side by Mr. Firas Al-Tabbaa, Deputy Director for Government and Public Relations, and Mr. Ali Bassam Ababneh, Marketing Supervisor. On the cultural and sporting club’s side, Dr. Ahmed Abdel Aziz Abu Aguila, Chairman of the Board of Directors. The signing ceremony was also attended by M. Ahmed Abdel Aziz Jumaa, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr. Nidal Nabil Al Kilani, Board Member (Secretary-General), and Captain Zamil Halil Salim, Board Member and Chairman of the Sports Committee.
The MOU includes many areas of cooperation between the two sides, including: providing scholarships worth 2 million dirhams for Egyptian nationals for continuing their higher education with Skyline on merit basis, and training workshops for both club members and employees.
The Skyline University team won 1st place in the much-coveted Sharjah Sustainability Award (SSA). Skyliners Sahtaj Sultana and Hamza Paracha worked on the Smart Application for the Wasit Nature Reserve, which won 1st place in the Smart Application domain for three years in a row. The Smart application developed for the Wasit Nature Reserve includes information on the area's endangered animals and plants. Its features include gifs, sounds, maps, and social media to make the application more interesting, and is organized in such a way that it is both user-friendly and interactive.
The team was supervised by faculty members Dr. Mohammed Abdul Salam and Dr. Deepak Kalra, who is also the Director of Learning Resources, with the support from the Community Service Committee headed by Dr. Osama Ali Thawabeh, Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. Taleb Bilal Eli, Dr. Sharon Mendoza Dreisbach.
Furthermore, Skyline University College faculty member, Dr. Abdul Salam Mohammed, has been nominated to be a member of the judging panel of SSA University 9th Cycle in two domains and Ms. Nadine Felix has been nominated as a judge under school categories.
To the students and faculty members involved in this project, congratulations on this milestone! The Skyline community is so proud of you!
Skyline University College (SUC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Mahaveer Academy of Technology and Science University (MATS University), India, on June 17, 2021. The MOU was signed by SUC Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Muhammad In’airat, and MATS University Vice-Chancellor, Prof. KP Yadav, in the presence of the deans, executives, and faculty members of both institutions during a virtual signing ceremony.
The MOU entails the possible collaboration of SUC and MATS University in various areas including research, exchange programs, and workshops, among others.
Mr. Kamal Puri, the Founder-Chairman of Skyline University College (SUC), and Mr. Nitin Anand, the Vice-Chairman of SUC and the Chair of its Executive Council, along with Mr. Firas Al Tabbaa, SUC’s Deputy Director for Public and Government Relations, paid a courtesy visit to H.E. Sultan Abdullah bin Hadda Al Suwaidi, Chairman of Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD), on June 17, 2021.
SUC continues to strengthen its government alliances to reach its goal of delivering quality education in the MENA region.
Skyline University College signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of KwaZulu Natal (UKZN), South Africa, which is included in the top 400 universities in the World Ranking, on June 8, 2021. The MOU was signed by Prof. (Dr.) Mohammad In’airat, Vice-Chancellor of SUC, Ms. Normah Zondo, Executive Director (Acting) of Corporate Relations of UKZN, and Dr. Tasmeera Singh, Principal International Advisor of Corporate Relations of UKZN, in the presence of the deans and executives of both academic institutions. This Initiative is a part of Corporate Affairs office Academic Linkages and Articulation Process.
The MOU entails several areas of cooperation including exchange programs, short-term programs, research and publication, joint seminars, conferences, and other scientific events, among others.
Skyline University College signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Dhiman Global, LLC on May 31, 2021. Prof. (Dr.) Mohammad In’airat, Vice-Chancellor of SUC, and Ms. Amanpreet, the Managing Director of Dhiman Global, LLC, signed the MOU which was witnessed by the executives of SUC and Dhiman Global.
The MOU entails the scholarships that SUC will provide to the employees of Dhiman and their families. It also includes the possibility of workshops for the employees of Dhiman, as well as future collaborations in placement and internships for SUC Students.
Skyline University College renewed its partnership with NETS International, which was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony on May 31, 2021. Prof. (Dr.) Mohammad In’airat, Vice-Chancellor of SUC, and Dr. Ramamurthy Venkatesh, the CEO of Nets International, signed the MOU on May 31, 2021, in the presence of the deans and executives of Skyline and the executives of Nets International.
The MOU entails the scholarships that SUC will provide to the employees of NETS International and their families, possible workshops, as well as future collaborations in placement and internships for the SUC students.
The Consulate General of India in Dubai, in collaboration with Skyline University College (SUC) and Indian Association Sharjah, is organizing a program on June 8 and 9, 2021 for Indian blue-collar workers in the UAE to up-skill and re-skill them so they can acquire relevant competencies needed in today’s industries and the future.
The program titled “Attitude and Mindset” is designed to teach 245 employees of Sharjah Indian School, mainly drivers and aaya’s (caretakers), the ways to improve attitude and behavior to ensure effectiveness on the job, and give them the techniques to improve their relationships, particularly in the workplace. SUC faculty member, Dr. Kakul Agha, is conducting the training sessions at the Sharjah Indian School Auditorium.
Consulate General of India in Dubai and Skyline University College will be jointly conducting more “Upskilling and Reskilling” programs for Indian blue-collar workers employed in various companies based in the UAE and these programs will aim to improve various skills including technical, soft, and language skills. Through this initiative, the Consulate General of India in Dubai aims to provide career growth opportunities to the Indian blue-collar employees in UAE.
The inauguration ceremony was held at Skyline University College on 8th June 2021 which was attended by various dignitaries.
Mr. Nitin Anand, the Vice-Chairman of SUC and the Chair of its Executive Council delivered the welcome note where he emphasized the importance of up-skilling and re-skilling of employees in whatever level or position.
Mr. EP Johnson, President of Indian Association Sharjah, in his introductory speech, noted how the program address what society is facing now and he also emphasized how SUC has become a partner of the Indian Association Sharjah with this initiative.
H.E. Dr. Aman Puri, Consul General of India in Dubai, delivered the keynote address where he stated the importance of adapting and adjusting to the impact brought about by the pandemic; Hence, the conceptualization of up-skilling and reskilling of employees initiative.
In his vote of thanks, Prof. (Dr.) Mohammad In’airat, Vice Chancellor of Skyline University, thanked the guests and everyone who contributed to organize the program; he particularly extended his gratitude to the participants for their initiative in joining the training.
The ceremony was concluded with Mr. Anand making an announcement that Skyline University College will grant 100% scholarships to two blue-collar employees (one male and one female) each academic year.
Skyline University College has been conducting training workshops, and other activities in the communities and organizations outside the university to realize its Founder-Chairman Mr. Kamal Puri’s vision of making education an instrument of making a difference in society.
For more information about SUC, visit www.skylineuniversity.ac.ae.
Skyline University College signed a memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Align Manpower, LLC. Prof. (Dr.) Mohammad In’airat, Vice-Chancellor of SUC and Mr. Atul Sinha, the Co-Founder and CEO of Align, signed the MOU on May 30, 2021, in the presence of the deans of Skyline and the executives of Skyline and Align.
The MOU entails the scholarships that SUC will provide to the employees of Align and their families, as well as future collaborations in workshops and training.
Skyline University College (SUC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Ljubljana School of Business (LSB), Slovenia. SUC Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Mohammad In’airat and LSB Dean, Dr. Lidija Weis, signed the MOU through a virtual signing ceremony held on May 19, 2021.
The MOU entails future academic collaboration between the two academic institutions, particularly in the areas of research and education. It also includes the possibility of student and faculty exchange programs.
Skyline University College entered an MOU with Ajman Private School made official through a signing ceremony on May 6, 2021. The MOU was signed by Mr. Ali Ababneh, Marketing Supervisor at SUC, and Mr Ahmed Badawi Mahmoud, Ajman Private School’s principal.
The MoU entails scholarships for the students of Ajman Private School so they can pursue their higher education. It also includes career guidance workshops for the students and also workshops for the staff and teachers.