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The National
5 days ago
- Politics
- The National
New Deputy Ruler appointed in Umm Al Quwain
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla has been named the new Deputy Ruler of Umm Al Quwain. The appointment was made by Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, Ruler of Umm Al Quwain, the state news agency Wam reported on Wednesday. Sheikh Ahmed takes over the position of deputy ruler from Sheikh Abdullah bin Rashid Al Mualla. "The decree also stipulates the cancellation of previous Amiri Decrees: Decree No. (1) of 2004 and Decree No. (1) of 2007, along with any decisions issued pursuant to them," Wam reported. The decree shall come into force from the date of its signing and shall be published in the official gazette.
Zawya
21-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Higher education experts discuss best practices to enhance students' readiness for the job market
HE Dr. Mohammad Al Mualla: The session served as a vital platform for exchanging knowledge and experience among federal universities in fostering the development of flexible models that enhance students' career readiness The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research is committed to strengthening partnerships with the labour market by developing training programmes and leveraging best practices to design successful and productive academic journeys United Arab Emirates: The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR), in collaboration with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) and the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), organised a panel discussion titled 'Exchanging Best Practices Among Higher Education Institutions'. Held at HCT's Baniyas Campus in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, the session explored effective strategies to prepare students for future careers, reflecting the UAE's commitment to aligning higher education outcomes with labour market needs. The panel brought together representatives of the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) and Zayed University (ZU). Commenting on the session, His Excellency Dr. Mohammad Al Mualla, Undersecretary of MoHESR, emphasised the importance of integrating the efforts of higher education institutions (HEIs) to build an advanced educational system capable of keeping pace with the evolving job market. He noted that the session served as a vital platform for exchanging knowledge and experience among federal universities in fostering the development of flexible models that enhance students' career readiness. His Excellency Dr. Al Mualla praised HCT's success in designing applied career pathways that bridge academic learning with professional opportunities across various economic sectors. He also highlighted MoHESR's commitment to strengthening partnerships with the labour market by developing training programmes and leveraging best practices to design successful and productive academic journeys. His Excellency Khalil Al Khoori, Undersecretary for Labour Market and Emiratisation Operations at MOHRE, said: 'The collaboration between MOHRE, MoHESR, and academic institutions across the UAE serves as a fundamental pillar of enhancing the competitiveness of Emirati talent, preparing them for the labour market, and developing their skills in line with the country's ambitious economic strategies. This partnership reinforces the nation's leadership across various sectors and supports the goals of the UAE's sustainable Emiratisation strategy.' He added: 'This initiative is part of several programmes launched by MoHESR in line with its strategies in collaboration with academic institutions across the UAE. It aims to highlight best practices and leading initiatives that equip graduates with the skills needed to successfully enter the workforce. These include vocational and practical training programmes and new academic specialisations that align with the demands of the modern labour market in fields such as AI and digital transformation, which are driving fundamental shifts in the workforce and the economy. It also supports the country's sustainable focus on climate action as well as the green and knowledge economies, emerging and rapidly evolving sectors in the market that is facing a global shortage of qualified and highly specialised talent.' His Excellency Dr. Faisal Al Ayyan, President and CEO of HCT, expressed his pleasure at collaborating with MoHESR and MOHRE to highlight innovative educational models and best practices aimed at building future-ready talent. He emphasised the importance of unified efforts in achieving national objectives and enhancing the UAE's position as a global leader in education, scientific research, and innovation. His Excellency Dr. Al Ayyan noted that the session showcased key institutional transformations that have led to the launch of a new educational model designed to align with the evolving labour market needs. The discussions underlined the importance of collaboration in empowering youth, promoting applied education, and improving decision making through integrated systems that monitor employment trends and in-demand skills for maintaining the UAE's global competitiveness and economic growth. The panel discussion was part of the Ministry's ongoing efforts to enhance institutional collaboration and align the visions of federal universities. The event aimed to present successful programmes and initiatives that have improved students' practical and professional skills while facilitating their access to training and employment opportunities across the public and private sectors. During the session, participants explored HCT's experience in implementing an applied education model as well as its impact on educational outcomes and alignment with the UAE's vision. Additionally, HCT led an interactive workshop that focused on three key themes. The first examined the transformation of HCT's applied education model, which enables students to pursue specialised career paths that combine academic study with hands-on experience in real-world workplace environments. This included designing educational programmes to align with national priorities and meet the evolving needs of the labour market. The second theme, career readiness and economic impact, involved showcasing innovative tools used to analyse employment data and measure the economic value of hiring HCT graduates. It also explored the role of universities in directly engaging employers in creating fruitful job opportunities for students through internships or career guidance programmes. The third theme addressed the role of strategic partnerships as a key enabler. Discussions emphasised the importance of collaboration with the industrial and private sectors, the need to expand such partnerships to support applied education and workforce integration, and the mechanisms for evaluating their effectiveness in achieving educational and employment goals. The session was attended by academics and subject matter experts from various disciplines within MoHESR and federal universities, including representatives of student affairs, employment and training support, strategic planning and graduate data analysis, as well as information technology. HEI deans as well as career guidance and employment advisors were also among the participants. For further information, please contact:
Gulf Insider
03-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
UAE Slashes Bureaucracy for Higher Education Institutions
The UAE has slashed bureaucracy for higher education institutions as it makes it easier for educators to introduce new academic programs. The new changes will allow new higher education institutions to receive licences with just five documents, down from a previous 28. The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has introduced a new streamlined system for institutional licensure and programme accreditation for UAE-based higher education institutions (HEIs). This initiative includes the adoption of an Outcome-based Evaluation Framework in accordance with Ministerial Resolutions No. (27) of 2024 and No. (62) of 2025. The decision establishes clear pathways for institutional licensure and programme accreditation for both existing and new HEIs. It also introduces a unified framework to evaluate institutions based on performance indicators. As part of this initiative, the document requirements have been significantly reduced, making the process more efficient. New institutions will now require only five documents, down from 28, to obtain a licence. The paperwork for first-time academic programme accreditation has been reduced from 13 documents to just one, while the requirements for renewing institutional licensure have been reduced from more than 11 to just one. Similarly, existing HEIs seeking accreditation for a new programme will now only need one document instead of 13. Dr. Mohammad Al Mualla, Undersecretary of MoHESR, emphasised that this initiative aligns with the Ministry's commitment to simplifying services under the Zero Government Bureaucracy programme. He further highlighted that this decision supports the Ministry's broader strategy to enhance higher education quality, aligning outcomes with labour market needs and fostering lifelong learning. Dr. Al Mualla revealed that the ministerial decision significantly shortens the licensure and accreditation timeline. If all requirements are met, the licensure process for new institutions has been reduced from six months to one week. Similarly, accreditation for new academic programmes now takes only one week instead of nine months. The renewal for accreditation for existing programmes has been reduced from nine months to a maximum of three months. He added that a risk-based management system will be introduced for renewing institutional licensure and academic accreditations. This will help streamline the process and reduce the time required for renewal. Low-risk institutions will receive a six-year licence with oversight every three years, whereas high-risk institutions will be granted a two-year licence with annual monitoring. Dr. Al Mualla said that the new framework provides all accredited UAE-based HEIs with a unified evaluation mechanism based on clear performance indicators. This ensures all institutions are evaluated on measurable outcomes. The decision outlines clear pathways for new institutions to obtain a licence and accreditation, as well as for existing institutions to renew institutional licensure or programme accreditations. It also defines the steps for accrediting new programmes. Adding or closing an academic unit will require prior approval from MoHESR. Furthermore, licensure procedures will be unified between the MoHESR and local education authorities. Institutions will receive a Ministry licensure upon obtaining local approval, and internationally accredited academic programmes will be automatically recognised without the need for additional procedures, streamlining the service and enhancing efficiency. In the outcome-based evaluation framework, the Ministry identifies six key pillars, each assigned a specific weight as follows: Employment outcomes: 25 per cent Learning outcomes: 25 per cent Collaboration with partners: 20 per cent Scientific research outcomes: 15 per cent Reputation and global presence: 10 per cent Community engagement: 5 per cent These pillars will be evaluated through predefined performance indicators to ensure a comprehensive, data-driven evaluation of HEIs. This decision applies to all existing HEIs licensed by the Ministry, as well as new institutions seeking licensure from MoHESR. Also read: UAE Sentences Moldovan Citizen's Killers To Death, Accomplice To Life In Prison
Emirates 24/7
03-04-2025
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research introduces faster licensure and accreditation for HEIs, adopts Outcome-based Evaluation Framework
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has introduced a new streamlined system for institutional licensure and programme accreditation for UAE-based higher education institutions (HEIs). This initiative includes the adoption of an Outcome-based Evaluation Framework in accordance with Ministerial Resolutions No. (27) of 2024 and No. (62) of 2025. The decision establishes clear pathways for institutional licensure and programme accreditation for both existing and new HEIs. It also introduces a unified framework to evaluate institutions based on performance indicators. As part of this initiative, the document requirements have been significantly reduced, making the process more efficient. New institutions will now require only five documents, down from 28, to obtain a licence. The paperwork for first-time academic programme accreditation has been reduced from 13 documents to just one, while the requirements for renewing institutional licensure have been reduced from more than 11 to just one. Similarly, existing HEIs seeking accreditation for a new programme will now only need one document instead of 13. His Excellency Dr. Mohammad Al Mualla, Undersecretary of MoHESR, emphasised that this initiative aligns with the Ministry's commitment to simplifying services under the Zero Government Bureaucracy programme. He further highlighted that this decision supports the Ministry's broader strategy to enhance higher education quality, aligning outcomes with labour market needs and fostering lifelong learning. His Excellency Dr. Al Mualla revealed that the ministerial decision significantly shortens the licensure and accreditation timeline. If all requirements are met, the licensure process for new institutions has been reduced from six months to one week. Similarly, accreditation for new academic programmes now takes only one week instead of nine months. The renewal for accreditation for existing programmes has been reduced from nine months to a maximum of three months. He added that a risk-based management system will be introduced for renewing institutional licensure and academic accreditations. This will help streamline the process and reduce the time required for renewal. Low-risk institutions will receive a six-year licence with oversight every three years, whereas high-risk institutions will be granted a two-year licence with annual monitoring. His Excellency Dr. Al Mualla said that the new framework provides all accredited UAE-based HEIs with a unified evaluation mechanism based on clear performance indicators. This ensures all institutions are evaluated on measurable outcomes. The decision outlines clear pathways for new institutions to obtain a licence and accreditation, as well as for existing institutions to renew institutional licensure or programme accreditations. It also defines the steps for accrediting new programmes. Adding or closing an academic unit will require prior approval from MoHESR. Furthermore, licensure procedures will be unified between the MoHESR and local education authorities. Institutions will receive a Ministry licensure upon obtaining local approval, and internationally accredited academic programmes will be automatically recognised without the need for additional procedures, streamlining the service and enhancing efficiency. In the Outcome-based Evaluation Framework, the Ministry identifies six key pillars, each assigned a specific weight as follows: Employment Outcomes (25%), Learning Outcomes (25%), Collaboration with Partners (20%), Scientific Research Outcomes (15%), Reputation and Global Presence (10%), and Community Engagement (5%). These pillars will be evaluated through predefined performance indicators to ensure a comprehensive, data-driven evaluation of HEIs. This decision applies to all existing HEIs licensed by the Ministry, as well as new institutions seeking licensure from MoHESR. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Zawya
02-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research introduces faster licensure and accreditation for HEIs
Mohammad Al Mualla: The licensure process for new institutions has been reduced from six months to one week, and accreditation for new academic programmes from nine months to one week The time required to renew accreditation for existing programmes has been reduced from nine months to a maximum of three months A unified evaluation framework will evaluate HEIs using outcome-based performance indicators United Arab Emirates: The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has introduced a new streamlined system for institutional licensure and programme accreditation for UAE-based higher education institutions (HEIs). This initiative includes the adoption of an Outcome-based Evaluation Framework in accordance with Ministerial Resolutions No. (27) of 2024 and No. (62) of 2025. The decision establishes clear pathways for institutional licensure and programme accreditation for both existing and new HEIs. It also introduces a unified framework to evaluate institutions based on performance indicators. As part of this initiative, the document requirements have been significantly reduced, making the process more efficient. New institutions will now require only five documents, down from 28, to obtain a licence. The paperwork for first-time academic programme accreditation has been reduced from 13 documents to just one, while the requirements for renewing institutional licensure have been reduced from more than 11 to just one. Similarly, existing HEIs seeking accreditation for a new programme will now only need one document instead of 13. His Excellency Dr. Mohammad Al Mualla, Undersecretary of MoHESR, emphasised that this initiative aligns with the Ministry's commitment to simplifying services under the Zero Government Bureaucracy programme. He further highlighted that this decision supports the Ministry's broader strategy to enhance higher education quality, aligning outcomes with labour market needs and fostering lifelong learning. His Excellency Dr. Al Mualla revealed that the ministerial decision significantly shortens the licensure and accreditation timeline. If all requirements are met, the licensure process for new institutions has been reduced from six months to one week. Similarly, accreditation for new academic programmes now takes only one week instead of nine months. The renewal for accreditation for existing programmes has been reduced from nine months to a maximum of three months. He added that a risk-based management system will be introduced for renewing institutional licensure and academic accreditations. This will help streamline the process and reduce the time required for renewal. Low-risk institutions will receive a six-year licence with oversight every three years, whereas high-risk institutions will be granted a two-year licence with annual monitoring. His Excellency Dr. Al Mualla said that the new framework provides all accredited UAE-based HEIs with a unified evaluation mechanism based on clear performance indicators. This ensures all institutions are evaluated on measurable outcomes. The decision outlines clear pathways for new institutions to obtain a licence and accreditation, as well as for existing institutions to renew institutional licensure or programme accreditations. It also defines the steps for accrediting new programmes. Adding or closing an academic unit will require prior approval from MoHESR. Furthermore, licensure procedures will be unified between the MoHESR and local education authorities. Institutions will receive a Ministry licensure upon obtaining local approval, and internationally accredited academic programmes will be automatically recognised without the need for additional procedures, streamlining the service and enhancing efficiency. In the Outcome-based Evaluation Framework, the Ministry identifies six key pillars, each assigned a specific weight as follows: Employment Outcomes (25%), Learning Outcomes (25%), Collaboration with Partners (20%), Scientific Research Outcomes (15%), Reputation and Global Presence (10%), and Community Engagement (5%). These pillars will be evaluated through predefined performance indicators to ensure a comprehensive, data-driven evaluation of HEIs. This decision applies to all existing HEIs licensed by the Ministry, as well as new institutions seeking licensure from MoHESR. For further information, please contact:
