Universities Business Group

The Universities Business Group, operating under the Dubai Chambers framework, serves as a vital platform connecting higher education institutions across Dubai. This specialized business group brings together universities, academic institutions, and education-related businesses to collectively address sector-specific challenges and opportunities within Dubai's dynamic economic landscape.

The group represents the unified voice of Dubai's university sector in strategic dialogues with government authorities and regulatory bodies. Member institutions benefit from a collaborative ecosystem that facilitates knowledge exchange, policy advocacy, and business development initiatives. By fostering dialogue among academic leaders and education professionals, the group ensures that the university sector remains aligned with Dubai's broader economic vision and strategic priorities.

Through its advocacy efforts and networking platforms, the Universities Business Group plays a crucial role in enhancing the competitiveness of Dubai's higher education sector. The group actively works to streamline regulatory processes, advocate for legislative improvements, and create a more favorable business environment for educational institutions, ultimately supporting their growth both locally and on the international stage.

Mission & Mandate

The Universities Business Group serves as the collective voice for higher education institutions in Dubai, driving sector development and fostering an environment conducive to academic excellence and business growth.

• Sector Representation: Act as a unified voice for universities and education-related businesses in discussions with government bodies and regulatory authorities in Dubai

• Policy Advocacy: Drive legislative improvements and advocate for a more favorable business environment specific to the education sector, helping to streamline processes and foster innovation

• Collaboration & Dialogue: Provide a platform for communication and collaboration among members, enabling information exchange, experience sharing, and collective problem-solving

• Competitiveness Enhancement: Work to boost the overall competitiveness and growth of the education sector within Dubai's economy

• Business Development: Offer support services, networking events, and access to a global network to help member institutions expand locally and internationally

• Strategic Alignment: Ensure the university sector remains aligned with Dubai's economic vision and strategic priorities through ongoing engagement with stakeholders