Collaboration: Alibaba Cloud Teams Up with University of Birmingham Dubai, Fostering Digital Competence among Students
In a significant move to bolster digital talent in the Middle East, Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has partnered with the University of Birmingham Dubai. The collaboration, formalized by a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), is set to revolutionize cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) education in the UAE.
The partnership will introduce an advanced curriculum focused on cloud computing and AI for both students and educators at the university's Dubai campus. This comprehensive education will encompass advanced workshops, extensive training sessions delivered both online and offline, and a variety of certification courses provided by Alibaba Cloud. The aim is to deepen knowledge in these technologies, preparing students for the digital age.
A key component of this partnership is Alibaba Cloud’s launch of its inaugural internship program in the UAE, named the "Future Star" initiative. The University of Birmingham Dubai is the first academic partner to host this program, which offers interns comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and exclusive mentorship over three to six months. The program is designed to provide interns with a thorough understanding of different roles within Alibaba Cloud, preparing them to contribute effectively to the cloud computing industry in the digital age.
Eric Wan, General Manager of the Middle East, Turkey and Africa for Alibaba Cloud Intelligence, expressed pride in partnering with the University of Birmingham Dubai. He highlighted that the collaboration aims to nurture the next generation of digital talent in the region by equipping students and faculty with critical digital skills needed to engage with emerging technologies and the evolving digital landscape.
The partnership reflects Alibaba Cloud's commitment to equipping future graduates with digital skills and global industry exposure. It also demonstrates a long-term commitment to creating a sustainable pool of digital talent for the Middle East region. This collaboration is poised to unlock numerous opportunities in the rapidly digitalizing world, ensuring that students, educators, and industry professionals alike can thrive in the evolving digital landscape.
The internship and academic enrichment opportunities offered through this partnership will play a pivotal role in shaping industry-ready talent. The "Future Star" internship program, spanning three to six months, aims to provide a thorough understanding of multiple roles within Alibaba Cloud. Alibaba Cloud has been a leading provider of cloud services to local private companies and public institutions in the UAE and the wider Middle East region since 2016.
With a robust local ecosystem in the MEA region, Alibaba Cloud has partners covering banking, financial services and insurance, media, public sectors, and customers locally across different sectors. This partnership with the University of Birmingham Dubai is another demonstration of Alibaba Cloud's long-term commitment to creating a sustainable pool of digital talent for the Middle East region.
Through this collaboration, students and faculty from the University of Birmingham Dubai will gain deeper insights into cloud and AI technologies, positioning them at the forefront of the digital revolution. The partnership aims to provide students with direct access to real-world learning experiences and cutting-edge technologies in cloud computing and AI, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate the digital landscape of the future.
In summary, the partnership focuses on: - Introducing advanced cloud computing and AI educational programs. - Offering certification and training workshops for students and educators. - Launching the "Future Star" internship program to give practical industry experience to students. - Supporting digital skills development aligned with regional technology growth goals.
This collaboration is a testament to Alibaba Cloud's dedication to fostering digital talent in the Middle East and its commitment to equipping the region's workforce with the skills necessary to thrive in the digital age.
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