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Khaleej Times
25-07-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Symbiosis Dubai and Aston University launch global dual degree programme
At a time when global education is shaped by uncertainty – from stricter visa rules and rising tuition fees in the West to economic shifts, inflation, and rapidly evolving job markets – students and families are rethinking what it means to be truly future-ready. In response to this shift, globally emerging higher education leaders, Symbiosis Dubai and Aston University UK, have launched a new dual degree programme. This four-year academic pathway combines two years of a BBA degree at Symbiosis Dubai and two years of a in Business & Management at Aston University, offering students two globally respected degrees and a unique cross-continental education experience. This distinctive 2+2 format empowers students to graduate with the benefit of two academic systems, two internationally recognised degrees (BBA and and the skills developed across two diverse and dynamic cities. "At a time when students and parents are looking for stability and safety along with growth and global exposure, our dual degree programme – a BBA Degree from Symbiosis Dubai and a in Business & Management from Aston University – offers a seamless path to a world-class education. We're proud to co-create a programme that's not only academically rigorous but also globally relevant and makes education borderless," said Dr Anita Patankar, executive director, Symbiosis Dubai. "Through our dual degree program, we are providing the best of both worlds – two great cities, two globally recognised institutions. It's the kind of partnership that reflects our ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – the world is one family." Located in Dubai Knowledge Park (DKP), the city's dedicated education district, Symbiosis Dubai is the first Indian university in the UAE to be fully accredited by both the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). The campus blends global learning with real-world readiness, giving students access to innovation hubs, internship opportunities, and a multicultural community. On the other side of the journey is Aston University, located in the heart of Birmingham, the UK's second-largest city and one of its most dynamic student hubs. Known for its strong ties to industry, Aston University ranks among the top 1% of business schools worldwide, holding the prestigious triple crown accreditation – AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS. Aston is ranked 17th in the UK and 97th in Europe (Financial Times 2024). Additionally, LEO data reveals that Aston ranks among the top 25 UK universities for graduate earnings five years after graduation, with a median salary of £37,600 (LEO, 2025). The in Business & Management from Aston equips students with hands-on industry exposure and strategic knowledge, complementing the foundation built during the BBA years in Dubai. Beyond academics, Birmingham offers an energetic mix of culture, food, music, and entrepreneurship, making it the perfect city to round out an international academic experience. Gurpreet Jagpal, chief commercial officer at Aston University, UK, added: "The dual degree programme with Symbiosis Dubai combines the academic excellence of two leading institutions, offering students global perspectives, industry insight, and enhanced employability. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to globally connected education and marks a key step towards Aston University's Vision 2030 – to extend our reach, scale, and reputation internationally." This partnership also reflects a broader trend of strengthening ties between the UK and UAE in building globally relevant education ecosystems. With Dubai recording a 25% growth in international student enrolments in 2024 (KHDA), the city is fast becoming a natural springboard for students pursuing global careers – and Symbiosis is leading the way. Programme highlights: This unique collaboration reflects more than just a new program; it's a reimagined education experience for a generation that demands more than just a classroom. It offers mobility without compromise, recognition without restriction, and a powerful combination of business education and life skills drawn from two global cities.
Zawya
01-07-2025
- General
- Zawya
A Celebration Day at Symbiosis Dubai featuring an insightful panel discussion with Reema Mahajan
An experiential open day experience featuring academic showcases and a thought-provoking panel on parenting in an AI-driven world, attended by 100+ parents Thought-provoking conversation featuring acclaimed speaker Reema Mahajan sharing actionable parenting insights Reflecting Symbiosis Dubai's core ethos of 'The World is One Family' through an interactive panel discussion Dubai - Symbiosis Dubai reimagined the traditional Open Day experience by hosting a thought-provoking panel discussion titled 'Parenting in the Modern Age of AI.' Held at its campus in Knowledge Park, Block 14, the event took place on campus from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, the event welcomed students, 100+ parents, and members of the wider community, and featured guest speakers - Indian Women in Dubai founder, Reema Mahajan, along with a cultural performance by Dubai-based dance group Pure Bhangra. The panel served as a unique platform blending academia, emotional intelligence, and community engagement. With a focus on the evolving challenges and opportunities parents face in an increasingly AI-driven world, the discussion offered fresh perspectives and meaningful dialogue, reflecting the university's commitment to holistic education. Through this event, Symbiosis Dubai offered attendees an immersive glimpse into the institution's core values - academic excellence, emotional development, and social awareness - demonstrating how it nurtures not just students but the wider educational ecosystem around them. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Anita Patankar, Executive Director, Symbiosis Dubai, emphasizing the core philosophy that drives the institution, said, "Symbiosis Dubai carries forward a legacy of over 50 years, rooted in the guiding principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam - The World is One Family. This philosophy shapes our commitment to building inclusive, future-ready learning environments that support not only the academic growth of students but also the emotional and developmental well-being of families as a whole. Hosting such events is part of our ethos - to create spaces where parents can evolve their mindsets, better understand their children's emotional worlds, and receive practical guidance from experts who resonate with their journey." A key highlight of the evening was the insightful discussion on Parenting in the Modern Age of AI - an issue growing increasingly relevant in today's fast-paced, digitally driven world. The session aimed to provide parents with new perspectives on mental health, child development, and self-awareness as they guide their children through academic and personal milestones. The event featured two distinguished speakers whose expertise perfectly aligned with the theme: Reema Mahajan, founder of Indian Women in Dubai (IWD) and a widely respected community leader, also spoke at the event. With a strong track record of supporting families across cultural contexts, Reema shared insights on the emotional and social challenges parents face while raising children in a globalized and tech-driven environment. Her grassroots engagement with multicultural communities in the UAE provided a grounded perspective on the evolving role of parenting today. Academic Offerings As part of the open day, parents and students explored Symbiosis Dubai's diverse, globally relevant programs across business, technology, psychology, media, and computer science. Undergraduate offerings include BBA, with ACCA preparation, BCA, in psychology, in Computer Engineering, and BA in media & communication. At the postgraduate level, Symbiosis Dubai offers an MBA with specializations in international business, innovation & entrepreneurship, strategic management, marketing, finance, operations, and data analytics. Symbiosis Dubai was selected as one of the top 5 Indian academic institutions to establish a presence in Dubai under a bilateral cooperation agreement under E33 between India and the UAE governments. Symbiosis Dubai is the first international campus of Symbiosis International University and the first Indian university in the UAE to commence complete operations with full accreditation by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) under the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR), UAE. The campus was inaugurated in November 2024 by H.E. Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahyan, H.E. Dr. S. Jaishankar, Symbiosis Founder Prof. Dr. S.B. Mujumdar, and Pro-Chancellor Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar. About Symbiosis International University Founded in 1971 by Prof. (Dr.) S.B. Mujumdar, Symbiosis International University (SIU), has built a distinguished legacy of over 50+ years in world-class education. Rooted in the Vedic philosophy of Vasudhaiva's family - "The World is One Family" - SIU fosters international understanding through quality education. With students from more than 85 countries, the university is a vibrant hub of academic excellence, research, and cultural diversity. Symbiosis holds prestigious national and international accolades, including an A++ grade from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and a 31st ranking in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) for 2024. Symbiosis was recently ranked 31st in Employer Reputation globally in QS World University Rankings (Asia 2025). It has also been awarded Category-I status by the University Grants Commission (UGC), reaffirming its academic excellence. Symbiosis in a nutshell: 1100+ Diverse faculty | 150+ MoUs | 130+ Programs | 85+ Student nationalities | 50+ years legacy | 42 Institutes | 13 Research centres About Symbiosis Dubai Symbiosis Dubai is the first Indian university in Dubai to launch with full accreditation by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) under the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR), UAE. Located in the heart of Dubai Knowledge Park. The university offers a diverse range of industry-aligned programs, including BA, BBA, BCA, and MBA, equipping students with the skills and knowledge to thrive in today's competitive global landscape. Symbiosis Dubai carries forward the university's legacy with a future-ready mindset, shaped by the city's role as a global innovation hub. To prepare students for a tech-driven world, the university launched the Symbiosis Centre for Applied AI - Dubai Chapter in collaboration with Cisco, bringing industry-led, hands-on learning into the classroom. This was followed by the launch of SAII India's first dedicated AI institute, adapting Symbiosis Dubai's commitment to embedding AI, data analytics, and emerging technologies across its programs. In a city defined by progress and possibility, Symbiosis Dubai equips students with the skills and mindset to lead with purpose in a rapidly advancing world.
Gulf Today
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Kiran Bedi, leading academic lights in Symbiosis of unity and transformation
It was brainstorming at its best on Thursday morning at Taj Business Bay, Dubai, at an event organised by Symbiosis Dubai. Symbiosis Dubai, the international campus of India's prestigious Symbiosis International (Deemed University), had hosted its flagship HR Conclave, The Power of People. The ballroom of the hotel was bubbling with joy as students, faculty members and invited guests, had assembled to listen to India's first woman police officer and former Lt. Governor of Puducherry Kiran Bedi, filmmaker Kabir Khan and other experts from different walks of life. Bedi spoke on 'The power of one: Uniting people for Transformation,' regaling the audience with her thoughts and inspirational words. Her journey itself is an inspiration for people. She has dared to do what she felt was right throughout her celebrated career. She spoke about her journey of becoming India's first woman police officer to being at the helm of Tihar prison, to discharging her duty as Lt. Governor of Puducherry. She showed through her presentation how she used her position to transform the lives of ordinary people wherever she worked. She concluded: 'This is how a leader can transform society.' Her audio-visual presentation showed how she has touched the minds and hearts of common people through her inclusive style of leadership. Addressing the audience, she said that 'all those who are sitting here in this room have the capacity to transform the society.' She cited the example of Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Malala Yousafzai, Nelson Mandela, Abraham Lincoln, Susan B. Anthony, Mother Teresa and Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, to narrate how one person could change the course of history. Dr. Bedi has been working tirelessly for the benefit of society. When asked what keeps her going even after all these years, she said: 'It is the growth mindset. You need to give purpose to life. If you continue with a growth mindset, you keep growing — then you look for the areas of growth and then opportunities for growth will keep coming, and you don't reject those opportunities, you take them. It is with the growth mindset you pick up opportunties.' Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar, Pro-Chancellor of Symbiosis International University, said: 'Symbiosis Dubai is incredibly proud to be among the top five Indian institutions selected under the India-UAE bilateral education agreement, and the first fully CAA-accredited Indian university to be established under the UAE Ministry of Education in Dubai.' She underlined the vital role of education in bridging nations and cultures and nurturing globally competent citizens. Taking Symbiosis Dubai as an example, Dr. Bedi said that 'students should take full advantage of this facility which has come here. I am very happy; it is now up to them to value it. Indian students who are studying here in Indian schools, instead of going back to India for higher education — here is an opportunity for you.' Talking about the role of corporates in creating leaders for tomorrow, she said: 'They should collaborate and encourage students to become leaders. Groom them for the next level of leadership. If you upskill youth, they are going to come back and work with you. I think you should give them learning experience on the job. That is the role of seniors for juniors. It is like a pipeline of leadership.' Talking about her time at Puducherry, she said: 'I showed you through my presentation how I used power of my position to make a difference in common people's lives. What I did was to use my position; rather than restricting myself, I expanded my work to people — and that's what you saw in my presentation. Symbiosis is one of the top five academic institutions from India to establish a presence in Dubai under the bilateral agreement between the Governments of India and the UAE (alongside IIT, IIM among others). Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar, Pro Chancellor, Symbiosis International University, while talking to Gulf Today, said that 'when my father had started Symbiosis in 1971, the education scenario was very different in India. There were limited number of universities in India and they were mostly single discipline institutions like management or law. But now you see the number of institutions have increased in India. We have 1,000 universities and more than 50,000 colleges; so the competition has increased." She added that 'with the new education policy, an education reform has taken place in India. That also encourages us to set up our international campus.' 'In 2020, the new education policy was rolled out by the Indian Government and very select Indian universities were supported by the Indian Government to open their offshore campuses and I am glad that Symbiosis is part of this journey of Indian Government. Along with IIT Delhi (Abu Dhabi), Symbiosis has also set up its campus in Dubai. I am glad IIM Ahmedabad is also coming.' When asked what makes Symbiosis different from other Indian Institutes, she said: 'Our value system in Symbiosis has not changed. So, whether its campuses in different part of India like Pune, Bengaluru, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Noida, Delhi or even Dubai, the Symbiosis culture remains the same. This culture rests on a very strong foundation of ethics, honesty, diversity and inclusion. So, with the philosophy of Vasudev Kutumbakam (the whole world is one family), I think Dubai is just the ideal place, since it is a melting pot of many cultures. I think Symbiosis is at the right place at the right time.'
Khaleej Times
21-03-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Symbiosis Dubai expands academic offerings with new CAA-accredited programmes
In a significant milestone within just a few months of launch, Symbiosis International University Dubai proudly announced the introduction of four new CAA-accredited programmes: Bachelor of Technology ( in Computer Engineering, Bachelor of Science ( Honors in Psychology, Bachelor of Commerce ( Honors with ACCA preparation, and a Dual Degree Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with Aston University, Birmingham, UK. This expansion reflects the university's commitment to providing globally recognised, industry-relevant education in the heart of Dubai. Symbiosis Dubai is the first Indian university in the UAE to commence operations with full accreditation by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) under the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR), UAE. The accreditation of all programmes reinforces Symbiosis's legacy of 50+ years of academic excellence and trust, now extending to the UAE, ensuring the highest standards of education and student success. Dr Vidya Yeravdekar, pro-chancellor, Symbiosis International University, expressed her pride and gratitude, "We were honoured to expand our campus to Dubai last year and are deeply thankful to the governments of India and the UAE for their continued support in fostering educational collaboration. These new programmes are a testament to our commitment to providing world-class education and preparing students to thrive in a globalised world." All programmes at Symbiosis Dubai are carefully designed to meet the evolving needs of global industries, equipping students with practical skills and specialised knowledge. With Dubai's position as a global business and innovation hub, these programmes offered unparalleled opportunities for students to engage with leading industries and develop future-ready expertise. Dr Anita Patankar, executive director, Symbiosis International University, Dubai shared her excitement about the launch of the new CAA-accredited programmes, stating, "We are thrilled to introduce these innovative, industry-aligned programs that offer the highest quality of education. With rare and highly sought-after concentrations now available in Dubai, Symbiosis is committed to equipping students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in a rapidly evolving global landscape in the UAE." A CAA-accredited degree holds significant value in the UAE as it is recognised by both public and private sector employers, enhancing graduates' employability and career prospects across the region. Accreditation from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) ensures that the programmes meet rigorous quality standards, align with global best practices, and equip students with the knowledge and skills required to succeed in the competitive job market. This recognition also allows graduates to pursue further education or employment opportunities across the UAE and internationally. The university continues to contribute to the educational excellence of the UAE while fostering a diverse, inclusive learning community.
