In the Media
Canadian University Dubai Chancellor Opens Najah Dubai University Fair 2022 | Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE | 23-25 October 2022
Mr. Buti Saeed Al Ghandi, Chancellor of Canadian University Dubai and Vice-Chairman of Dubai World Trade Centre has officially opened the Najah University Fair 2022. The launch took place at Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE on 23 October 2022.
CUD’s Concert Series |‘Romanza’
Canadian University Dubai (CUD) was delighted to host the first of the conglomeration of Concert Series ‘The Interplay Between West-East: Romanza’ on October 20, 2022, in collaboration with Canadian Council – to promote arts, music and culture in Dubai, UAE.
Canadian University Dubai participates at GITEX |Dubai World Trade Centre | 10-14 October 2022
GITEX 2022, UAE’s annual technology event unveiled paramount digital initiatives and projects in the world of technology. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance officially opened and toured the grand event of GITEX on the first day.
CUD Ranks #24 in the Arab Region & Receives 5 Stars | QS Arab Region University Rankings
The ‘Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Arab Region University Rankings of 2023, World University Rankings Award’ was celebrated onboard the Queen Elizabeth 2, Dubai, UAE on October 19, 2022. Canadian University Dubai (CUD) was honoured to host this event for the Arab Region, under the patronage of QS.
International Logistics Project | Student Exchange
The Duale Hochschule Baden Württemberg Mannheim (DHBW) in Germany, in partnership with Canadian University Dubai (CUD), collaborate to advance their international student exchange projects. The projects promote and advance integrated academic studies within industrial workplace programs.
Canadian University Dubai at Educational Exhibition in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The Canadian University Dubai (CUD) participated at the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s global education event: The 3rd Middle Eastern Education & Training Exhibition, under the patronage of the Ministry of Education.
Canadian University Dubai earns accreditation from KSA Ministry of Education
Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has secured formal accreditation for its degree programs from the Ministry of Education in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, building on its existing portfolio of international academic credentials.
Canadian University Dubai becomes the first private university in UAE to partner with Coursera to prepare students for in-demand jobs
UAE, Dubai – 10 August 2022: Coursera, Inc. (NYSE: COUR), one of the world’s largest online learning platforms, has announced its partnership with Canadian University Dubai (CUD), the number one higher education institution in Dubai.
Canadian University Dubai partners with La Rochelle University
Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with La Rochelle University (LRU) in France, to establish a new ranges of scientific, research, and teaching colloabrations between the two institutions.
CUD professor wins Global Excellence in Community Impact Award
Dr. Rommel Sergio, Professor of Management at Canadian University Dubai, has been recognized for his outstanding contribution to social causes with the Global Excellence in Community Impact Award conferred by HR Success Talk.
Canadian University Dubai partners with PepsiCo to cut plastic waste through the Aquafina Water Stations
Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has partnered with global Foods and Beverages company, PepsiCo, to help promote environmental sustainability through the reduction of single-use plastic on campus. The collaboration aims to encourage a culture of refill and reuse through the Aquafina Water Station, a new hydration platform that has already saved an average of more than 1,800 bottles per week since installation.
CUD Professor launches book of business lessons from the pandemic
Canadian University Dubai (CUD) Professor of Management, Dr. Rommel Sergio, has launched a new book revealing how 22 renowned organizations have successfully tackled some of the key corporate challenges brought on by the pandemic. The publication, entitled ‘Management Cases: Thriving Organizations in the New Normal’ was unveiled at a recent public launch event hosted at the CUD Hub in the presence of His Excellency Renato N. Duenas Jr., Philippine Consul General in Dubai and the Northern Emirates.
Canadian University Dubai team wins U-start enterprise competition
An autonomous robotics device that can disarm explosives, developed by students from Canadian University Dubai (CUD), has won first place in the U-start enterprise competition, staged recently at the Innovation Arabia 15 Conference and Exhibition.
Canadian University Dubai business students turn creative talents into new ventures
Business students from Canadian University Dubai (CUD) are turning their creative talents into entrepreneurial ventures with the launch of a variety of unique, self-made products at the University’s market day events
Canadian University Dubai dominates competition, remains #1 ranked university in Dubai for second year in a row
Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has maintained its #1 rank in Dubai and remains in the top 2 per cent of global universities according to the recent QS University Rankings for 2023.
CUD entrepreneurship students win first prize in two prestigious enterprise competitions
CUD entrepreneurship students win first prize in two prestigious enterprise competitions
Governor General of Canada visits Canadian University Dubai
March 21st, 2022, Dubai, UAE: Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, has made an official visit to Canadian University Dubai (CUD) as part of a working trip to the Middle East.
CUD joins with McGill University to showcase Canadian Inuit art in Dubai
Dubai, UAE, March 11th, 2022: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has come together with Canada’s McGill University to stage an exhibition showcasing traditional Inuit art. The opening of the exposition, entitled, “Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit: Art, Architecture, and Traditional Knowledge”, was hosted at CUD’s City Walk campus
Canadian University Dubai signs student transfer agreement with Trent University
Dubai, UAE, February 8th, 2022: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has signed an agreement with Trent University to enable eligible students from selected business majors to transfer their studies and graduate from the top undergraduate institution in Ontario.
Canadian University Dubai and Centre for Entertainment Arts sign Memorandum of Understanding
Dubai, UAE, February 8th, 2022: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has announced it will soon be home to the next Centre for Entertainment Arts (CEA) to meet the region’s growing demand for advanced skills in the digital and creative industries.
Canadian University Dubai graduates Class of Al Wasl Dome
HE Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan confers degrees at Expo 2020 Dubai ceremony . January 17th, 2022, Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has graduated the Class of Al Wasl Dome during its 11th convocation ceremony hosted in the iconic centrepiece of Expo 2020 Dubai.
A shorter workweek is just the beginning – where do we go from here?
Tuesday, December 21, 2021: Shorter working hours each week – sounds great, of course! It’s a big milestone in the UAE vision for an agile economy and a happy and prosperous society. So as we move beyond the initial excitement and work through the realities of making it happen, there are some important factors for employers to consider, to make sure that this new arrangement works in practice.
Canadian artist celebrates UAE’s 50th anniversary with commemorative art
Monday, December 20, 2021: Canadian artist and former faculty member of Canadian University Dubai (CUD), Sylvain Tremblay, recently unveiled a limited-edition print entitled “Falcon’s Flight”. The original artwork was commissioned by the Embassy of Canada to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to celebrate the UAE’s 50th Anniversary. The unique work is rich in symbolism, inspired by the culture and the noble vision of the nation.
Julius Baer (Middle East) Ltd visits CUD Investment Society
Thursday, December16, 2021: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) welcomed Andrey Draganov, Carlos Aiza, Ramon Bonacorsi, and Abdul-Karim Salim from Julius Baer (Middle East) Ltd (JB Middle East) to our City Walk Campus on November 23, 2021
Canadian University Dubai signs MoU with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Wednesday, December 15, 2021: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) to promote joint research and academic exchange in the field of computing and information technology. The agreement between the two top-tier universities was formalized during a signing ceremony held at Expo 2020 Dubai.