Ajman, November 7th, 2024: Ajman University hosted a workshop titled ‘Professional Development for Quality Assurance Leaders in Higher Education,’ organised by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) at the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The workshop was held at Sheikh Zayed Center for Conferences and Exhibitions from October 28 to 30, 2024, convening a distinguished cohort of experts and practitioners in higher education quality assurance from institutions across the UAE.
In his opening address, Dr. Karim Seghir, Chancellor of Ajman University, expressed his gratitude to the CAA for its continued commitment to advancing the quality of higher education in the UAE and for its support in achieving academic excellence. He highlighted the University’s role in hosting the workshop, demonstrating its commitment to the UAE’s National Strategy for Higher Education 2030, which focuses on developing a quality-centric educational ecosystem that enhances the global competitiveness of UAE institutions by fostering innovative teaching methodologies aligned with the UAE’s future vision.
The workshop, attended by experts from the CAA and over 80 participants from various universities, featured a series of in-depth sessions focused on essential areas in quality assurance, including the latest updates to the QFEmirates framework, strategic planning, sustainability and risk-based assessment.
The program aimed to enhance the skills of quality assurance leaders, equipping them to implement internationally recognized standards and practices within their institutions. It also served as a platform for sharing experiences and best practices, strengthening cooperation among higher education institutions in the UAE, and promoting alignment with accreditation standards to achieve quality benchmarks swiftly.
The workshop concluded with a closing ceremony led by Dr. Karim Seghir alongside Prof. Dr. Mohammed Yousef Baniyas, Higher Education Advisor and Director of the CAA. They honored participants for their dedication and contributions to advancing the quality of higher education in the UAE.
