Midmak International Launches Operations in the United Arab Emirates Through a Strategic Partnership with B14 Group and Ibn Khaldun Institute
In a move that reflects its expansion strategy and commitment to strengthening its regional presence, Midmak International Academy announced the signing of an academic and training cooperation agreement with B14 Group and Ibn Khaldun Institute in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. This milestone marks the official launch of the Academy’s operations in the UAE market and opens new horizons for institutional partnerships and collaboration across the region.
The signing ceremony was attended by representatives of the partner organizations, with Dr. Dima Aziz Barakat, Chief Executive Officer of Midmak International Academy, participating virtually. The agreement was signed on behalf of Midmak International Academy by Eng. Nihad Najiba, the Academy’s legal representative in the United Arab Emirates, while the Emirati side was represented by Eng. Bahaa Al Masri, Chairman of B14 Group and General Manager of ibn Khaldun Institute. The ceremony was also attended by Mr. Ahed, Project Manager, who coordinated the partnership process and oversaw the implementation and follow-up of its outcomes between both parties.
This agreement forms part of the Academy’s strategy to establish high-value partnerships with leading educational and training institutions, enabling the transfer of its expertise in designing and delivering competency-based training programs aligned with international standards, while enhancing training quality and ensuring its relevance to evolving labor market needs.
The partnership focuses on the development and delivery of joint training programs across several key sectors, particularly healthcare, management, and technology. These programs will adopt an applied training methodology that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical implementation, meeting the demands of the modern workplace in the United Arab Emirates.
The scope of cooperation also includes the exchange of academic and training expertise, joint quality assurance of programs, the organization of scientific events and specialized workshops, and the development of advanced professional qualification pathways aimed at preparing highly skilled professionals capable of competing in regional markets within an institutional framework that ensures quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
Statement from Midmak International Academy
Commenting on the occasion, Dr. Dima Aziz Barakat stated:
“The launch of Midmak International Academy’s operations in the United Arab Emirates represents far more than a geographical expansion; it is a natural extension of a strategic vision centered on building an integrated vocational training ecosystem based on professional competencies and governed by rigorous international standards in design, delivery, and evaluation.
We view the UAE as a leading environment that embraces advanced educational and training initiatives and serves as a dynamic platform for developing high-quality professional programs. This aligns perfectly with Midmak’s philosophy of linking training directly to labor market needs and transforming knowledge into measurable and applicable competencies.
Midmak International’s methodology has demonstrated its effectiveness across various educational and training environments, contributing to the development of professional competencies capable of creating tangible impact within institutions and communities. This success has attracted growing interest from regional and international organizations seeking to adopt innovative training models founded on quality and sustainability.
Accordingly, our partnership with Ibn Khaldun Institute and B14 Group represents a foundational step within a broader strategy to strengthen our presence in the UAE and the wider region, while developing specialized training programs that equip professionals to thrive in rapidly evolving work environments within a framework that guarantees quality, accreditation, and reliability.”
Statement from the UAE Partner
Commenting on the signing of the agreement, Eng. Bahaa Al Masri, Chairman of B14 Group and General Manager of Ibn Khaldun Institute, emphasized that the partnership represents a strategic step toward strengthening institutional cooperation and advancing the vocational training and professional development ecosystem in the United Arab Emirates. He highlighted the importance of combining expertise and resources to deliver high-quality training programs that respond to the rapidly changing demands of the labor market.
He stated:
“We regard this partnership with Midmak International Academy as a valuable addition to the vocational training and professional development landscape in the United Arab Emirates. The Academy brings extensive expertise and an advanced training methodology built on international standards and competency-based approaches, contributing to the preparation of professionals capable of delivering meaningful impact across diverse work environments.
We firmly believe that human capital development is a cornerstone of sustainable growth. Through this collaboration, we aim to design and implement high-quality training programs that address both current and future labor market needs while enhancing workforce capabilities and professional readiness.
We also aspire for this partnership to serve as a successful model of integration between educational and training institutions, supporting the UAE’s vision of building advanced education and training systems and strengthening the competitiveness of national and regional talent across various sectors.”
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