UAE Campus News

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Our UAE campus team has been involved in a number of events over the past two months. The team hosted a networking event for local alumni on February 1. The gathering went beyond networking, allowing past cohorts to reconnect and engage in business discussions. Attendees shared insights about AI, the growing significance of generative AI, IoT sustainability, and its potential to transform daily lives.

Professor Dave Mackay headed up a masterclass on February 11 focused on connecting strategy with culture and capabilities for effective implementation. The session explored the integrative nature of strategy within internal and external contexts, providing valuable insights to participants.

UAE campus manager, Abigail Davenport, attended an exclusive dinner with Minister Greg Hands, co-hosted by the British Chamber of Commerce Abu Dhabi on February 27. Attendees had a networking opportunity and gained insight into trade deal discussions, fostering talks on enhanced collaborations between the UK and the UAE.

During the first week of March, SBS hosted an expert panel on Sustainability Initiatives in the Healthcare Industry. The discussion on March 4 highlighted collaborative efforts involving governments, regulatory bodies, healthcare providers, and individuals. Key topics included technology’s role in early disease diagnosis, reducing chronic illnesses, and the environmental impact of hospital visits. The panel emphasized how strategic investments in preventative healthcare can yield substantial societal and environmental benefits.

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