Dubai, January 16, 2024 – Prepare yourselves for an extraordinary musical experience as Chillout Productions proudly presents the Classic Rock X-Fest, a two-day festival featuring the world's premier tributes honoring iconic rock legends including AC/DC, U2, The Rolling Stones, Deep Purple, Aerosmith, and Black Sabbath. The highly anticipated event is set to take place on Friday, January 26th, and Saturday, January 27th, at The Agenda in Dubai Media City. Promising an electrifying experience, this festival will transport attendees into the heart and soul of legendary rock performances. Save the dates for a rock-infused weekend that is not to be missed!
About the Classic Rock X-Fest:
Dive into an unforgettably curated experience with the Classic Rock X-Fest, expertly organized by Chillout Productions, the visionaries behind the highly acclaimed Dubai Jazz Festival from 2003 to 2018. “More than just a concert, this event is a vibrant celebration of the timeless icons of classic rock with six rock experiences, meticulously brought to life by the crème de la crème of tribute bands. These exceptional maestros have graced stages worldwide, from North America to international hotspots, transforming venues into sold-out spectacles” said Anthony Younes, CEO & Founder of Chillout Productions. He also assures the audience that “this is not just another average tribute show – this is the closest you can ever get to the real deal where the spirit of classic rock comes alive, promising memories that will resonate long after the final note. When we say iconic, we mean legendary.”
An Electrifying Spectacle Awaits:
Get ready for an exceptional experience as the 2024 lineup showcases the authenticity of tribute bands. These musical virtuosos are celebrated for honoring the timeless icons of classic rock, with a track record of igniting festivals, and they are ready to immerse the audience in the essence of legendary rock performances!
Day One - Friday, January 26th:
Day Two - Saturday, January 27th:
Classic Rock Experience Festival Promo Video
You can check the program and all bands, as well as tickets information, on www.classicrockex.com
Prepare for an immersive journey where authenticity reigns supreme. Don't miss the chance to witness these extraordinary tribute bands breath new life into classic rock like never before.
There’s nowhere better to come together for the festival of lights than watching a show that will astound, delight, and captivate the whole family. It’s the perfect place to escape the hustle & bustle of the city and enjoy a memorable night in the dream-like aqua theatre.
Watch in amazement as artists fly across the stage, dive from epic heights, and even defy gravity on motorbikes, twice a night. See waterfalls, torrents, and floods appear and disappear in the only place in Dubai where it rains and snows indoors in seconds.
As part of our Diwali festivities, we're introducing a special treat to all our patrons. Indulge in the flavors of India with our exclusive Indian Masala-flavored popcorn. The aromatic blend of spices and popcorn will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of India. Don't miss your chance to savor this unique snack available only during the Diwali week from November 7 until November 11, 2023.
Escape the hustle & bustle of the city and step into a realm of joyous wonder, only here at Dubai’s Most Spectacular Show!
A Shining Gem Among the Best
This esteemed accolade acknowledges the dedication, creativity, and passion that have collectively transformed La Perle into a global sensation. The remarkable experiences we craft and the exceptional service we provide have resonated with travelers worldwide, earning us a place among the finest attractions in the world as a cornerstone of live entertainment in Dubai and throughout the region.
Setting a New Standard of Excellence
By achieving this remarkable milestone, we are not only affirming La Perle's standing as a world-class destination but also showcasing the outstanding talents of the entire cast & crew. The show has earned its place on the world stage as an artistic phenomenon in the region that emphasizes its position as a truly world-class act that seals Al Habtoor City as a premiere entertainment and lifestyle destination.
Honoring Al Habtoor Group’s Vision and Leadership
As we celebrate this extraordinary achievement, we extend La Perle’s heartfelt gratitude to Al Habtoor Group’s Founding Chairman, Khalaf Ahmad al Habtoor and Vice Chairman and CEO, Mohammed Khalaf al Habtoor, for their visionary leadership and unwavering support that has played a pivotal role in guiding La Perle to new heights of success, and this Traveler's Choice Award is a reflection of his commitment to excellence.
Inspiring the Future
This accolade inspires us to continue raising the bar, captivate audiences, and create experiences that leave an indelible mark. With all the joint efforts across all business units at Al Habtoor Group, we are confident that La Perle will continue to shine brightly on the global stage.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – A Splashtacular Eid al-Adha weekend awaits you and your family & friends in Dubai’s Most Spectacular Show with ticket rates starting from 159 AED when you book 4 or more! To make this celebration even more splashtacular, one lucky guest gets to win an exciting prize ranging from La Perle VIP Tickets and merchandise, a complimentary voucher for 2 persons to enjoy the new Sunday Lunch - A La Française in BQ French Kitchen & Bar, a dinner for 2 at Il Pastaio or a 1-night stay in one of Al Habtoor City’s 5-star hotels.
Celebrate this momentous occasion with your friends and family as you are treated to a night of world-class live entertainment. Performed in an immersive state-of-the-art theatre, be amazed with breathtaking gravity-defying acrobatic acts & stunts such as bungees, silk, and the heart-stopping 18-meter-high dive. Let your imagination transport you into an enthralling world as you witness cascading waterfalls and a stage that gets flooded and dried within seconds, and an overall theatric atmosphere enhanced by high-definition 3D mapping.
Exclusively this Eid al-Adha weekend, book your show tickets and get a chance to win one of the exciting prizes to be given away during this celebratory evening. The wonderful gifts include BQ French Kitchen & Bar’s newest addition to its culinary offering or a gastronomical journey to the heart of Italy in Il Pastaio. Sensational prizes also include a 1-night stay in one of Al Habtoor City’s favorite staycation destinations. Experience the world of elegance at Habtoor Palace Dubai, admire the Dubai Water Canal and skyline views at Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City, or be who you should be at V Hotel Dubai.
The Splashtacular Eid al-Adha celebrations take place on June 28 - 30 at both 6:30PM and 9:00 PM show.
V-Marine is proud to share that the Rise 55 has already secured its first two sales, with the first one set to be delivered in Qatar this August, followed by the second sale in Kuwait.
The Rise 55 boasts an unparalleled blend of elegance and functionality, setting new standards for houseboat design. With its innovative architecture and sleek lines, this houseboat presents a stunning presence on the water, leaving admirers in awe. The thoughtfully crafted exterior offers a modern and dynamic appeal that captures attention wherever it sails.
What truly sets Rise 55 apart from its competitors is its interior decoration. V-Marine has collaborated with renowned Italian designers and decorators to curate an ambiance that redefines luxury living. The meticulous attention to detail and choice of premium materials create an environment that epitomizes opulence and sophistication. Every element, from the meticulously crafted furnishings to the handpicked decor pieces, has been carefully chosen to ensure an unforgettable experience for owners and guests alike.
One of the most outstanding features of Rise 55 is its spaciousness. V-Marine understands the importance of providing ample living space, and with Rise 55, they have reimagined the concept of habitable areas on a boat. This houseboat offers an exceptional yacht experience with significantly more room than traditional yachts, all while maintaining the same level of exquisite finishing. What truly captivates potential buyers is that V-Marine has managed to deliver this remarkable vessel at a fraction of the price of other luxury boats, revolutionizing the market and garnering widespread approval.
Speaking about the launch, Wael Joujou Ceo of V-Marine expressed their excitement, stating, "We are thrilled to introduce Rise 55, an extraordinary houseboat that sets a new benchmark in luxury living on water. The combination of exceptional design, unmatched interior decoration, and affordability make this a truly unique offering. With Rise 55, we aim to provide our customers with an extraordinary yachting experience while also ensuring that it is accessible to a wider audience."
With the first sale already confirmed for Qatar, scheduled for delivery in August, and the second sale secured in Kuwait, the Rise 55 is poised to make a resounding impact in the GCC market. Prospective buyers in the region are encouraged to contact V-Marine immediately to explore the exceptional opportunities that Rise 55 presents.
For more information about Rise 55 and to inquire about sales, please visit V-Marine's website at www.vmarine.com
V-Marine, a leading provider of houseboats and floating resorts, is proud to announce the opening of its commercial office in Dubai, UAE. The new office will be led by Giovanni Sorrentino, a well-known figure in the yacht industry for his collaborations with European and GCC yards such as Silent Yacht, an award-winning company for sustainable yacht industry, and Tecnomar for Lamborghini. Sorrentino's contribution to V-Marine's development of sustainable and self-sufficient houseboats, floating villas, and resorts will be instrumental in the company's expansion in the region.
Currently the production is served from Bahrain, while V-Marine plans to set up additional production facilities in GCC to meet the growing demand for houseboats and floating resorts projects in the area. This move is in response to the significant growth and the increasing demand from customers in the region, which is expected to soon outpace the current production capacity in Bahrain.
"We are excited to have Giovanni Sorrentino leading our Dubai operations," said Wael Joujou, CEO of V-Marine. "His experience and expertise in sustainability yachts will be invaluable as we expand our presence in the UAE market and deliver high-quality, self-sufficient houseboats, floating villas, and resorts."
Sorrentino's and V-Marine's commitment to sustainability will drive the development of innovative solutions for houseboats and resorts that are both luxurious and eco-friendly.
"The UAE is an important market for us, and we are committed to serving our customers here with the highest quality sustainable houseboats and floating resorts," said Sorrentino. "With the new production facilities in UAE, we will be able to better meet the growing demand for our products and services in the region while contributing to a more sustainable future."
Wael Joujou added “V-Marine house boats already met the taste of UAE boaters thanks to the quality of the construction and the finishing of the interior space. Now the next step is to bring technology and sustainability to our models in order to offer not only an eco friendly experience but also a valid alternative to the Luxury Yacht industry in terms of luxury and space at a much more reasonable price”
Wael and Sorrentino met occasionally in Qatar during the Launch of the floating pop-up Lounge at the Pearl Doha, produced by V-Marine, during exclusive presentation of the Urus Performante, and that experience led only recently to a fruitful collaboration .
V-Marine has a strong track record of delivering high-quality houseboats and resorts projects to customers around the world, and the company's expansion into UAE represents a significant milestone in its growth trajectory. V-Marine is confident that its presence in UAE will enable it to better serve its customers in the region, and looks forward to continuing to deliver exceptional products and services to its customers in UAE and beyond.
Make your Wednesday evenings remarkable with a one-of-a-kind ladies’ night offer! With rates starting from 284 AED gather your girlfriends to witness breathtaking acts and stunts and get a nacho & virgin pink mojito combo to enjoy during the show. It’s the perfect way to indulge in some delicious treats while taking in mesmerizing entertainment.
Exclusively for UAE residents, if you are looking for the best way to Wow Your Mom on Mother’s Day, make it extra special and get 20% off tickets when you book for two or more.
Let a story full of magical moments unfold before you with cascading waterfalls, fire, snowflakes, daring acrobatics and high diving from jaw-dropping heights and immerse your senses for the most captivating immersive-theatre experience.
La Perle takes place twice a night, five days a week with performances running from Tuesdays to Saturdays at 6:30PM and 9:00PM.
It’s time to capture wonderful memories with La Perle this festive season! With Show & Dinner packages starting at 404 AED, witness enchanting performances and a delicious dinner at one of Al Habtoor City’s world-class restaurants.
Let La Perle take you on an aquatic dreamscape with waterfalls cascading mere inches from the audience, fire lighting up the stage, and aerialists defying gravity as they soar through the air and dive from jaw-dropping heights into the pool at centre stage. La Perle is a tale that captivates the passionate, the creative, and the visionaries with the drive to go beyond the imaginable.
Rekindle child-like wonders with La Perle in this one glittering package for a truly unforgettable experience!
La Perle performs two shows nightly at 6:30 pm and 9:00 pm from Tuesdays to Saturdays. Regular tickets start from 259 AED.
Dubai, September 2022 - With what is slated to be the finest spectacle in luxury and fashion,event curators - Niti Gupta and Aniqah Javed, are ready to unveil the first outing of ‘AFRA’ – a luxurious showcase of bespoke fashion & lifestyle, on the 24th of September at The Mandarin Oriental, Jumeira, Dubai, that has created quite a buzz in the city already.
With AFRA, an enthusiastic and stylish approach to the fashion event space comes to life, giving a cutting edge to fashion soirees in the Gulf region. AFRA is not just a fashion exhibition, rather it's a creative endeavour that’s bringing to life 'luxury' in a new fresh form, and their social media promotions and shoots have been highly appreciated and engaged with.
A veritable treat for the fashion connoisseurs, luxury & wedding shoppers, AFRA opens its doors for just a day, and will be home to a carefully curated selection of globally renowned designers, including a few coveted ones who are exhibiting for the very first time outside their homeland. Additionally, AFRA has also extended support and lent a platform to debut and upcoming designers. Niti and Aniqah have further made the shopping experience unique as they have personally styled looks from each collection - creating ensembles that appeal to the evolving aesthetic of today’s woman. A far cry from the run off the mill styling, the looks curated by Niti & Aniqah, revisit and reinvent the way a modern woman dresses. Experimental & fashion forward, yet veiled with a touch of familiarity - the ensembles are sure to woo their audience! You can view the styles and collections coming on their Instagram handle @theafraworld
From high end couturiers and luxury ateliers, to classy pret and bespoke jewellers as well as eclectic accessories, it will be a sparkling oasis in a desert. Some of the designers and brands exhibiting at the event, include, Iqbal Hussain, Rina Dhaka, Shamaeel Ansari, Adnan Pardesy, Maheen Khan, Mariam Bengali, Zainab Zulfiqar, Fine Jewels by Preeti Shah, LS Zaveri, Meru, Yaz Jewels, Kokommo, Ara Handcrafted Leather, Sherezad Fine Jewellery, Kara Sara Singapore, Mina Siddiquie, Shaira Fashions Dubai and a very special designer Albina Ahmadi from Uzbekistan, and many many more.
Speaking about the concept, Niti & Aniqah, Founders, AFRA say, "With AFRA we aim to change the way a luxury or a fashion buyer engages with a brand. The thought is to create a holistic experience in a fashion exhibition, where the brands, their offering, the décor, & the entire ambience collectively speak of quiet, elegant luxury. Secondly, our vision is to make AFRA an “exclusive yet accessible’ fashion soiree, that styles and showcases a mix of revered and upcoming brands, thereby making fashion shopping easy and experiential for Dubai . With AFRA, we want to make Dubai a destination for interesting and stylish fashion soirees, since Dubai personifies luxury, and an exquisite taste for the finest things of life"
Go ahead and mark your calendars for an awe-inspiring exhibit of glamour, finesse and sublime luxury. AFRA waits to welcome You!
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the creator of La Perle, Franco Dragone. La Perle would like to express our gratitude for the overflowing messages of support and admiration for Franco as we are all greeted with memories of working alongside him or experiencing his beautiful creations.
Franco Dragone worked alongside Al Habtoor Group Chairman, Mr. Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor to create the living installation, La Perle here in Dubai in 2015. Together they envisioned a poetic, emotional and dreamlike experience that would embody the spirit of Dubai to present a new era of live-entertainment in the region.
Franco believed that in this creative life, creation requires courage. We encourage all of you to carry on with this visionary legacy that will lead to new discoveries, new methods, new outlooks and surprise within and beyond the stage.
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Dubai is a city made for content creators, and two recent social competitions proved just that.
With architecture, ‘grammable cafes, and slick city districts, the Novotel and ibis World Trade Centre & ibis One Central wanted to highlight how it has got some of the best views in town, and it’s located bang in the centre of some of the city’s tops spots from the 3 hotels of Dubai World Trade Centre.
Coinciding with International Camera Day (June 29) and World Social Media Day (June 30), some of the city’s top content creators came together at the 3 hotels for these events, and the content results are truly epic!
The Story Reel creation workshop was led by experts and influencers Mico Banua and Jhon Ruzz Merca and attended by influencers.
Guests were challenged to create a “story reel,” a fun way of showing what they learned from the workshop.
WINNER! The top prize for the Best Reel Story Creation won a night’s stay for 2 at Novotel World Trade Centre
Check the entries at @Novotel_World_Trade_Centre and @ibisonecentral
In celebration of National Camera Day on June 29, Novotel & ibis World Trade Centre and ibis One Central hosted a special master class with a group of photographers in partnership with Nikon Middle East and Africa.
A photography workshop was led by the international photographer Zohaib Iqbal (@vertigodubai) with Nikon MEA School.
Zohaib Iqbal shared his tips and tricks to create epic skyline shots in a 2-day session featuring the famous Dubai City Skyline and Landmarks which are seen at Novotel World Trade Centre Hotel or ibis World Trade Centre. Finally, creators were given the challenge to take a skyline pic from any of the hotels.
WINNER! The top prize for the photography competition won a night’s stay for 2 at Novotel World Trade Centre
Check the entries at @Novotel_World_Trade_Centre and @ibisonecentral
He described the main challenges faced by the world, and stated, “There’s now a peace deficit in Europe and the numbers of refugees is rising. There’s also a big deficit in sustainability and I think that’s where academics can really play a part by working with industry. The third main deficit is a deficit of equality. The number of people living in poverty has increased for first time since 1990”.
DMU hosted the conference with PRME – the UN’s Principles for Responsible Management Education team, which focuses on how to educate future leaders to focus on achieving the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals, global targets which address issues like hunger, poverty and equality.
The theme of the ninth PRME Regional Chapter MENA Forum and 2022 Conference was the ‘Power of Partnerships in Addressing SDGs’. Over three days, a wide range of leaders from business, charity, humanitarian organisations and higher education joined the event.
Dr Mette Morsing, Director of PRME, said “PRME was launched to nurture responsible leaders. It wants to redefine success, focus goals on society, and focus on skills required. Success is often defined as winning the battle. It is a language of conflict, of conquest. It is not the language of partnerships, of collaboration. That is what we want to change in PRME.”
Moreover, Faiz Shah, the Director of the Yunus Centre, which works to build networks promoting sustainable work, poverty alleviation and social business, spoke about how universities can help connect business in their communities. He highlighted that a consequence of the pandemic was the realization that small businesses can be players in a global market because of modern globalised communication, however, the success is dependent on partnerships.
DMU has twice been chosen by the UN as a global hub for SDG 16, the promotion of peace justice and strong institutions and a big part of this status has been down to the creation of strong partnerships across HE to share practice in supporting refugees in local communities.
Hosting the final day was Professor Simon Oldroyd, DMU’s Pro Vice-Chancellor Sustainability, who summed up the conference’s aims, “The purpose of this conference is to connect networks and ideas to try and enact real change. It’s powerful partnerships with industry which move us towards the SDG goals.”
Experts on blockchains also spoke at the event and outlined how the emerging internet economy could help make the distribution of wealth in society fairer.
"Behind sustainable choices is not the actual sustainability of the company, organization, or brand, but the sustainability experience," writes Timo Järvinen, CEO of the Finnish empathy analytics company NayaDaya Inc.
If we split the core of sustainability, in addition to the ecological, social, and economical consequences of our actions, we will find something that has a decisive impact on people's behavior, business success, and sustainable development.
This other aspect of sustainability is experience. Sustainability is an increasingly important part of the customer and employee experience. Customers and employees appraise the sustainability of companies, organizations, and brands in relation to their own values. Appraisals lead to subjective meanings and emotions – thus creating an emotional experience of sustainability.
Emotional experiences have a decisive impact on behavior – as do sustainability experiences. We have seen this especially recently. Emotions make us ignite, participate, and commit to things that represent the world we believe in. The emotions within the experiences of sustainability can also cause the opposite: avoidance, resistance, and even aggressive behavior.
From the point of view of companies and organizations, the effects of sustainability experiences are at best seen as traction and retention, or even as a competitive edge. At worst, they can cause loss of customers and employees.
If a company, organization, or brand wants to succeed and be a part of change toward a better world, sustainability experiences are critical to the success of its mission. We must accept that, for example, behind sustainable consumer choices is not product sustainability but rather consumer sustainability experience.
People are not able to react to anything other than the experiences produced by their own judgment.
A company or an organization needs to identify the essential parts of its sustainability to its customers and employees. It is beneficial to find out how elements of the sustainability experience affect behavior. By strengthening engaging elements and fixing or transforming the causes of stagnation, avoidance, and resistance, people are involved – this way it’s possible to create value for customers and employees, strengthen loyalty, and promote a sustainable, profitable growth.
Sustainability must be built, and the sustainability experience managed responsibly. However, this self-evident idea is not so self-evident after all. As people do not react to sustainable actions but rather to their sustainability experiences, it is possible to influence their experiences and emotions in ways that are not responsible but aim only to create images.
Recognition of authenticity contributes to healthy development. Companies, organizations, and brands that embrace sustainability as a key guideline and a part of their DNA implement these principles in all their operations and communications. When deeds and words meet each other and people’s values, the result is hope for the better, trust, change, and ultimately, success.
Sustainability is the way to a better future and competitive edge, but it is often full of curves and pitfalls. We must accept that sustainable actions do not always evoke positive, engaging emotions. It is not sustainable to always do and say what people wish and want to hear.
The consequences of acts of sustainability can be contradictory. Sometimes they mean cutting personal interests, which causes negative reactions. Sometimes the public and social media deal with events in ways that don’t do justice to real efforts.
In all circumstances, it is helpful to identify the customer and employee experiences and reactions. Collective empathy and data are needed to identify emotions as well as their root causes and consequences. The answers are not found on social media, where the loudest voice is often held by a relatively small number of people.
Communication is needed to manage sustainability experiences – not just to evoke images but to portray boldly and uncompromisingly the reality. From time to time, we all need to be steered into the right direction. Sometimes we must give up our own interests here and now so that all people, including future generations, will have hope.
The power of compassion should be better harnessed to engage and involve customers and employees.
The author of the blog post is Timo Järvinen, CEO of the Finnish empathy analytics company NayaDaya Inc.
Timo Järvinen, tel. +358 40 505 7745, timo.jarvinen@nayadaya.com
All are welcome to these free events at the DMU Dubai Campus and online. Register now for the Conference and Gala. See the event programmes here.
The Conference, Forum and Gala are a collaboration between the UN PRME MENA Chapter member academics, their institutions and De Montfort University Dubai. The event will investigate the possibilities for leveraging change through responsible management and leadership – and will focus on the application of SDG nexus approaches to establish good practices in order to provide a roadmap for creating better partnerships.
This forum aims to be a catalyst for the development of projects and papers through the partnerships established as the legacy of the conference, to strengthen the connection and collaboration of the PRME MENA Chapter Network and UN Global Compact Networks.
To register for the Conference and Forum – or for the Gala (which requires a separate registration) please go to: PRME Conference & Forum Registration - or for the final day Conference Gala Event go to the PRME Conference Gala. All Attendance is free. Once registered you will receive directions for in-person and online attendance.
SDG 17, Partnerships for the Goals is a key SDG that enables the implementation of all SDGs. Achieving the goals Partnership requires a nexus approach to understand and develop methodologies for change. Businesses, governments and institutions will need to undergo systemic changes beyond the limitations of individual organizations or industries by removing their jurisdictional boundaries that resonates especially with SDG 16, Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions. This will require higher levels of partnership focusing on linking the implementations of SDGs and engaging with all the stakeholders. The level of partnership and integration is expected to grow as we face unprecedented challenges.
Resources:A Nexus Approach for The SDGs: Interlinkages between the goals and targets
Websites: PRME MENA Conference & DMU Dubai PRME Conference
Enquiries & Press Info: prme.mena22@dmu.ac.uk
Expo Gala Enquiries: dmuevents@dmu.ac.uk
Press Enquiries: prme.mena22@dmu.ac.uk
Strategically located in Dubai International Academic City with a purpose-built, independent campus building, DMU Dubai welcomes students from all backgrounds and offers a perfect combination of high-quality teaching, excellent facilities and a fantastic student experience.
The sessions during the Open Day will encourage prospective students to participate in subject-specific talks, speak to academics, industry professionals, and current students, understand application procedures and admission pathways. Future students can explore the state of art facilities firsthand, including interactive learning spaces, design studios, mechanical and electrical labs, moot court, sports facilities, multi-purpose auditorium, library, and on-campus accommodation facilities.
The Open Day is another great opportunity for eligible students to apply for the university’s excellent scholarships. A wide range of student demographics is covered by the DMU Dubai Scholarship Programme and they fall under family discounts, international students' discounts, sports scholarships, community engagement scholarships, students with determination, merit scholarships, corporate discounts, full advance fee scholarships and early bird discounts.
De Montfort University (Leicester) has been ranked in the top 20 universities for graduate prospects in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020 and previous DMU graduates have gone on to win Oscars and work with organisations such as the BBC, HSBC, Nike, BMW and the NHS. DMU Dubai students will be offered the opportunity to transfer their studies to the UK campus at any point of the academic year to experience diversity and exceptional international career support by DMU Works, DMU Leicester's careers and employability service.
Manjeet Ridon, provost, DMU, said: “We know that regardless of discipline, developing graduates for successful trajectories beyond university is of critical importance. Enabling our graduates to have a positive impact, whether that be through creating value that is economic, social, cultural, or environmental – or indeed a mixture of each is the embodiment of our success.”
Admissions are now open for September 2022 intake at DMU Dubai for the foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that include: International Year Zero (with subject pathways), BA (Hons) Fashion Communication & Styling, B.Sc. (Hons) Psychology, BA (Hons) Business and Management, BA (Hons) Interior Design, BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance, Law LLB (Hons), BSc (Hons) Cyber Security, B Eng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering, and MBA (Global). Along with this existing bouquet of academic programmes, the university has extended its offerings to employability-oriented programmes which include BSc (Hons) Architecture, MA Human Resources Management, MSc Artificial Intelligence and MSc Strategic and Digital Marketing, among others. To get more information on all programmes and facilities visit: Undergraduate and Foundation courses (dmu.ac.uk)
To know more about Open Days or to arrange a personalised campus tour, please contact DMU Dubai.
The sessions during the Open Day will encourage prospective students to participate in subject-specific talks, speak to academics, industry professionals, and current students, understand application procedures and admission pathways. Future students can explore the state of art facilities firsthand, including interactive learning spaces, design studios, mechanical and electrical labs, moot court, sports facilities, multi-purpose auditorium, library, and on-campus accommodation facilities.
The Open Day is another great opportunity for eligible students to apply for the university’s excellent scholarships. A wide range of student demographics is covered by the DMU Dubai Scholarship Programme and they fall under family discounts, international students' discounts, sports scholarships, community engagement scholarships, students with determination, merit scholarships, corporate discounts, full advance fee scholarships and early bird discounts.
De Montfort University (Leicester) has been ranked in the top 20 universities for graduate prospects in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020 and previous DMU graduates have gone on to win Oscars and work with organisations such as the BBC, HSBC, Nike, BMW and the NHS. DMU Dubai students will be offered the opportunity to transfer their studies to the UK campus at any point of the academic year to experience diversity and exceptional international career support by DMU Works, DMU Leicester's careers and employability service.
Manjeet Ridon, provost, DMU, said: “We know that regardless of discipline, developing graduates for successful trajectories beyond university is of critical importance. Enabling our graduates to have a positive impact, whether that be through creating value that is economic, social, cultural, or environmental – or indeed a mixture of each is the embodiment of our success.”
Admissions are now open for September 2022 intake at DMU Dubai for the Foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that include: International Year Zero (with subject pathways), BA (Hons) Fashion Communication & Styling, B.Sc. (Hons) Psychology, BA (Hons) Business and Management, BA (Hons) Interior Design, BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance, Law LLB (Hons), BSc (Hons) Cyber Security, B Eng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering, and MBA (Global). Along with this existing bouquet of academic programmes, the university has extended its offerings to employability-oriented programmes which include BSc (Hons) Architecture, MA Human Resources Management, MSc Artificial Intelligence and MSc Strategic and Digital Marketing, among others. To get more information on all programmes and facilities visit: Undergraduate and Foundation courses (dmu.ac.uk)
To know more about Open Days or to arrange a personalised campus tour, please contact DMU Dubai.
Strategically located in Dubai International Academic City with a purpose-built, independent campus building, DMU Dubai welcomes students from all backgrounds and offers a perfect combination of high-quality teaching, excellent facilities and a fantastic student experience.
The sessions during the Open Day will encourage prospective students to participate in subject-specific talks, speak to academics, industry professionals, and current students, understand application procedures and admission pathways. Future students can explore the state of art facilities firsthand, including interactive learning spaces, design studios, mechanical and electrical labs, moot court, sports facilities, multi-purpose auditorium, library, and on-campus accommodation facilities.
The Open Day is another great opportunity for eligible students to apply for the university’s excellent scholarships. A wide range of student demographics is covered by the DMU Dubai Scholarship Programme and they fall under family discounts, international students' discounts, sports scholarships, community engagement scholarships, students with determination, merit scholarships, corporate discounts, full advance fee scholarships and early bird discounts.
De Montfort University (Leicester) has been ranked in the top 20 universities for graduate prospects in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020 and previous DMU graduates have gone on to win Oscars and work with organisations such as the BBC, HSBC, Nike, BMW and the NHS. DMU Dubai students will be offered the opportunity to transfer their studies to the UK campus at any point of the academic year to experience diversity and exceptional international career support by DMU Works, DMU Leicester's careers and employability service.
Manjeet Ridon, provost, DMU, said: “We know that regardless of discipline, developing graduates for successful trajectories beyond university is of critical importance. Enabling our graduates to have a positive impact, whether that be through creating value that is economic, social, cultural, or environmental – or indeed a mixture of each is the embodiment of our success.”
Admissions are now open for September 2022 intake at DMU Dubai for the Foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that include: International Year Zero (with subject pathways), BA (Hons) Fashion Communication & Styling, B.Sc. (Hons) Psychology, BA (Hons) Business and Management, BA (Hons) Interior Design, BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance, Law LLB (Hons), BSc (Hons) Cyber Security, B Eng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering, and MBA (Global). Along with this existing bouquet of academic programmes, the university has extended its offerings to in-demand employability-oriented programmes which include BSc (Hons) Architecture, MA Human Resources Management, MSc Artificial Intelligence and MSc Strategic and Digital Marketing, among others. To get more information on all programmes and facilities visit: Undergraduate and Foundation courses (dmu.ac.uk)
To know more about Open Days or to arrange a personalised campus tour, please contact DMU Dubai.
وفي تعليقه على الحدث، قال وزير الدولة نايجل آدامز:
"يعد التوسع العالمي الذي حققته جامعة دي مونتفورت من قلب ليسيسترشاير في المملكة المتحدة إلى دبي وكازاخستان استثمارًا رائعًا سيسهم في بناء جيل عالمي من الخريجين الجامعيين المتميزين. وهذا يمثل إحدى أروع الصادرات البريطانية أي رعاية المواهب وتنميتها.
"كان من دواعي سروري افتتاح المختبر الهندسي فائق التطور وتهنئة فريق الكريكيت بالجامعة. وآمل أن أرى بعض أسماء اللاعبين الذين تعرفت عليهم اليوم وهم يلعبون الكريكيت في المملكة المتحدة في السنوات القليلة القادمة لصالح مقاطعة يوركشاير العظيمة".
من ناحية أخرى، تعد جامعة دي مونتفورت أحد الشريكين المؤسسين لجناح المملكة المتحدة في معرض إكسبو دبي، وقد استثمرت مبلغ 750,000 جنيه إسترليني في برنامج المملكة المتحدة لعرض مزايا التعليم العالي في المملكة والجامعة في هذا المنبر العالمي.
وكانت جامعة دي مونفورت الموجودة في المملكة المتحدة قد افتتحت رسمياً حرمها الجامعي الثالث في دبي في شهر ديسمبر عام 2021.
وكان من أهم الأسباب التي دفعت الجامعة لرعاية جناح المملكة المتحدة هو التزامن والتنسيق بين إطلاق حرم الجامعة الجديد في دبي ومعرض إكسبو 2020.
ومن خلال هذه الشراكة، نأمل في إقامة وتطوير علاقات جديدة مع دوائر الأعمال في منطقة دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة وزيادة توظيف الطلاب للوصول إلى الأهداف التي تنشدها جميع فروعنا جامعية.
كما نتطلع أيضًا لإبراز مكانة ومزايا جامعة دي مونفورت ليستر للطلاب الدوليين الراغبين بالدراسة في المملكة المتحدة.
وخلال زيارته إلى جناح الاستدامة، تعرف الوزير على نهج دي مونفرت دبي الذي يركز على خطة طويلة الأجل للمنطقة في هذا الشأن. وشارك في مناقشات حول قابلية الخريجين للتوظيف والحاجة إلى تطوير المهارات القابلة للنقل.
وقدم البروفسور سايمون برادبري، نائب المستشار الدولي وعميد كلية الفنون والتصميم والعلوم الإنسانية في جامعة دي مونفورت، عرضاً موجزاً للوزير عن الرؤية الطموحة للجامعة. وأوضح ذلك بقوله: "نحن نمتلك سجلاً بحثياً متميزاً بفضل التزامناً بخدمة الصالح العام، من خلال البحث فيما يؤثر على المجتمع وحل المشكلات وإحداث تغيير فعلي في حياة الناس وسلوكهم عبر إيجاد حلول مبتكرة في مختلف جوانب الحياة".
وتلتزم جامعة دي مونفورت، باعتبارها الجامعة البريطانية الوحيدة المصنفة بأنها مركز عالمي للأمم المتحدة لتحقيق هدف التنمية المستدامة (16)، بالعمل على دراسة وإنجاز أهداف الأمم المتحدة بشأن التنمية المستدامة في أنشطتها البحثية والتدريسية ومشاريعها. وفي هذا الإطار، تستضيف الجامعة المؤتمر الثامن لمبادئ تعليم الإدارة المسؤولة (PRME) على مستوى الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا في حرم الجامعة بدبي في الفترة من 21 إلى 24 مارس 2022 لإيجاد منهجيات لتنفيذ شراكات تتمحور حول هدف الأمم المتحدة الخاص بالتنمية المستدامة.
وأضاف سايمون: "تلتزم الجامعة بالعمل على بناء عالم مستدام من خلال نشر مفاهيم التميز البحثي والتفكير النقدي والاستراتيجي والخطط المدروسة بعناية. كما نعتمد استراتيجية بحثية متينة تمثل ركناً أساسياً في رسالة جامعة دي مونفورت".
واستمع المجتمعون أيضًا إلى كلمة من الدكتورة فيديا فينود، رئيسة المجموعة والرئيسة التنفيذية لمؤسسة ستادي وورلد، التي تدير الحرم الجامعي في دبي بالشراكة مع جامعة دي مونفورت- ومن الدكتور مانجيت ريدون، رئيس جامعة دي مونفورت دبي.
وقال الدكتور مانجيت ريدون: "نحن نعلم أنه مهما كان الاختصاص الجامعي، يمثل إعداد الخريجين لتحقيق مسارات ناجحة ما بعد الجامعة أمراً بالغ الأهمية. كما أن تمكين خريجينا من إحداث أثر إيجابي، سواء كان ذلك من خلال خلق قيمة اقتصادية أو اجتماعية أو ثقافية أو بيئية - أو مزيجاً من ذلك كله، هو الشهادة الحقيقية على نجاحنا".
من جهتها قالت الدكتورة فيدهيا فينود، الرئيسة التنفيذية لمؤسسة ستادي وورلد لخدمات التعليم العالي: "تتمتع "ستادي وورلد" بخبرة تزيد عن عقدين من الزمن في تقديم مجموعة واسعة من الخدمات التعليمية بالشراكة مع جامعات دولية من مختلف أنحاء العالم، وستثبت شراكتنا هذه مع جامعة دي مونفورت في دبي مدى فائدتها الكبيرة للطلاب في الإمارات العربية المتحدة والمنطقة بشكل عام. إذ ستساعد شبكتنا الدولية في استقطاب الطلاب من أكثر من 120 دولة ونتطلع إلى تقديم شهادات جامعية رفيعة المستوى والجودة تركز على أهلية الطلاب للتوظيف".x`
**النهاية**
Minister of State Nigel Adams said:
"De Montfort University's global expansion from the heart of Leicestershire in the UK to Dubai and Kazakhstan is an amazing investment that will help build global alumni. It's another fantastic UK export that is nurturing talent.
"It's been great to open the state-of-the-art engineering lab and congratulate the university's cricket team. I hope to see a few of the names I have heard today playing cricket in the UK in a few years playing for the great county of Yorkshire.”
DMU is one of two founding partners of the UK Pavilion at ExpoDubai and has invested £750,000 in the UK programme to showcase UK higher education and the university on a global stage.
In December 2021, the UK-based university officially opened its third campus in Dubai.
One of the key reasons for DMU's sponsorship of the UK Pavilion is the alignment between the launch of the new Dubai campus and Expo 2020.
Through this partnership, we hope to establish and develop new relationships with businesses in the UAE region and increase student recruitment to reach objectives across all of our campuses.
We are also looking to promote DMU Leicester for those international students who would like to study in the UK.
During his visit to the Sustainability Hub, he heard about DMU’s approach focusing on long-term plan for the region. He engaged in discussions about employability and the need for developing transferable skills.
Simon Bradbury, Pro Vice-Chancellor International and Dean of Arts, Design and Humanities of DMU briefed the Minister on the ambitious vision of the institution. He explained: “We have an excellent research record as we are committed to serving the public good, by investigating what impacts society, solve issues and make an actual change in people’s lives and behaviour through originating solutions in various life aspects".
Being the only UK university to be designated the United Nations Global Hub for Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16, DMU commits to addressing the UN SDGs in its research, teaching and enterprise activity. In line with this, DMU is hosting the 8th Middle East and North Africa MENA, Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) conference at the Dubai campus from 21-24 March 2022 to create methodologies for the implementation of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal partnerships.
“DMU is committed to shaping and promoting a sustainable world by deploying research excellence, critical, strategic thinking and well-built plans. We also have a well-established research strategy that is central to DMU’s mission", Simon added.
The gathering also heard from Dr Vidhya Vinod, Group President and CEO of Study World – the organisation running the campus in partnership with DMU – and Dr Manjeet Ridon, DMU Dubai Provost.
“We know that regardless of discipline, developing graduates for successful trajectories beyond university is of critical importance. Enabling our graduates to have a positive impact, whether that be through creating value that is economic, social, cultural, or environmental – or indeed a mixture of each, is the embodiment of our success,” added Manjeet Ridon, Provost, DMU Dubai.
Dr Vidhya Vinod, CEO of Study World Higher Education Services, said: “Study World has over two decades of experience in providing a range of educational services in partnership with international universities worldwide and this association with DMU in Dubai will prove highly beneficial for students in the UAE and the wider region. Our international network will help attract students from over 120 countries and we look forward to providing high-quality, employment-focused degrees to students.”
Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Monday 17th January 2022 – Credence Security is redesigning its offices in Dubai with the theme - “What cybersecurity would look like in modern-day Dubai”. The redesign initiative is in line with Credence Security’s commitment to representing the office premises in line with its business, to its customers, channel partners and vendors.
Credence Security is looking out for budding graffiti-street-mural artists who are passionate and willing to showcase their creative vision to the world. Submissions are being accepted until the January 28th 2022, deadline. Winners will be announced on January 31 2022 via the company social media channels.
We will have 3 winners who will receive exciting cash prizes of AED 3000, 2000, and 1000 each. That’s not all, each winner will also gain exposure across all our social media platforms, along with relevant press releases with followers from MENA and India region.
“Dubai is a land of creativity and is buzzing with talented budding artists. Through this one of its kind office redesign initiative, we are trying to give them a platform to showcase their talents” said Garreth Scott, Managing Director at Credence Security. “We are very excited for this competition and are looking forward to receiving some amazing artwork submissions from the creative youth of Dubai. As our HQ is based in Dubai, we think it is only fitting the theme is “cybersecurity in modern-day Dubai.”
For more information on the competition: https://credencesecurity.com/artmeetscyber