Dubai: Cricketer Anil Kumble Launches Manipal University's Engineering Programs

Daijiworld Media Network - Dubai

• Announces plans to launch exclusive dedicated campus and the  launch of  engineering programs
• Indian test cricket team captain Anil Kumble hands over provisional admission certificates for the first students of Manipal University engineering Programs in Dubai

Dubai, Mar 12: Manipal University, formerly known as MAHE, a pioneer in the field of education with campuses in India and key international locations, today announced that it would be significantly enhancing its Dubai operations with the formal launch of its highly acclaimed engineering programs and the planned launch of an exclusive dedicated campus. The varsity known for its strong industry connect and research orientation aims at contributing significantly towards re-defining the higher education landscape of Dubai and the UAE by providing qualified professionals across various fields including media & communications, bio-technology & bio-informatics, fashion and interior design, and now engineering, amongst others.

Commenting on Manipal University’s vision for its Dubai operations, Anand Sudarshan, MD & CEO, Manipal Education said, “As rightfully pointed out, in the past, by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Prime Minister and Vice President of UAE and the ruler of Dubai, that education holds out hope for the future and is a key driver in sustaining UAE’s all round growth, it has been our endeavour to offer high quality education to young minds and help them in achieving overall growth.”  With the vast experience of over 50 years in India besides other international locations, Manipal University’s Dubai Campus aims to help realise this vision by creating the necessary educational and knowledge infrastructure which not just makes high quality education more accessible to all in the Emirates but also significantly contributes to the grooming of dynamic leaders necessary for its growth.

Manipal University, today coordinated a special event in Dubai where International cricket star, Indian test cricket  team captain, a qualified engineer himself and Brand Ambassador for Manipal Education Group, Anil Kumble awarded provisional admission certificates to the first five students of the varsity’s newly launched engineering programs. Also, present at the occasion were Dr. Ayoub M. A. Kazim, Executive Director - Dubai International Academic City (DIAC), Mr Anand Sudarsha, MD&CEO Manipal Education, Dr H S Ballal, Pro Chancellor - Manipal University and Dr. B. Ramjee, Director - Manipal University (Dubai Campus),

Emphasizing the importance of education, Anil Kumble said, “In today’s competitive world there is no substitute to sound education. One may choose to excel in diverse fields, but a solid educational background will always give one the confidence and an edge over others. Manipal University has taken over this task of spreading quality education in every nook and corner of this world and has helped in nurturing and grooming young minds, tremendously contributing to their overall growth.

“Furthermore, being an engineer myself it gives me immense pleasure to be given the privilege to formally launch a top ranked Indian University’s engineering Programs in Dubai,” Kumble added.

Dr Ayoub M. A. Kazim, Executive Director - Dubai International Academic City said, “We are pleased to witness the launch of Engineering programs for the coming academic year by Manipal University, one of our key business partners in Dubai International Academic City. I believe the programs will significantly contribute in building and developing human capital that will serve local and regional industries. In addition, our presence today demonstrates our firm commitment to support our business partner to achieve their academic objectives in Dubai.”

His Excellency Venu Rajamony, Consulate General of India, Dubai, U.A.E. added, “Manipal University’s vision and emerging global presence coupled with dedicated faculty has made it a unique academic institution with an enviable track record. I felicitate Manipal University on instituting a full fledged department of Engineering at Dubai International Academic City. I am confident that this adds yet another dimension to its noble undertaking of educating youth globally and shaping the leades and builders of tomorrow”.

Dr. H S Ballal, Pro Chancellor - Manipal University said, “The engineering programs at Dubai would vastly benefit from the experience of Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), a premier institute under the aegis of Manipal University.  MIT has been consistently ranked among the top 10 engineering colleges in India. The areas of mutual collaboration include curriculum and the expertise of prominent faculty.”

Manipal University’s Dubai campus started its operations way back in the year 2000. After witnessing exponential growth the campus shifted to Knowledge Village in the year 2003 and in 2006 to its present modern and sprawling campus in Dubai International Academic City. The Dubai Campus currently has 1600 students and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Allied Health Sciences, Information Systems & Management, Media & Communications, Fashion Design and Interior Design.

Elaborating on the newly launched engineering programs Dr. B. Ramjee, Director - Manipal University (Dubai Campus), said, “Over the past few years we have seen tremendous growth and response to all our programs in Dubai. With growth in information technology, manufacturing and construction industry in Dubai, there is a significant surge in demand for qualified engineers. There is a definite need to focus on building local talent to fulfil these requirements, the creation of such a strong local talent pool would tremendously benefit the industry. Having identified this need and given our vast experience in this field, introduction of the engineering programs, at our Dubai Campus, is a natural extension of our Middle East focus and strategy.”

The engineering programs slated to commence this academic year at Manipal University’s Dubai Campus are:

B E in Mechatronics Engineering
BE in Instrumentation & Control Engineering
BE in Civil Engineering
BE in Mechanical Engineering
BE in Electronics & Communication Engineering