To promote entrepreneurship and innovation, training students to be business leaders, and connecting students with the industry, Skyline Entrepreneurship and Innovation Centre (SEIC) organizes the annual Business Plan Competition.
26 teams of Skyline students presented their innovative ideas and judges from various industries were invited to evaluate each project. The event enables students to develop their understanding and ability to conceive a start-up.
With the goal of improving students’ public speaking skills and boosting their confidence, Skyline Toastmasters Club organizes regular meetings. This week, the members gave speeches on “Brain Food” with the Executive Assistant to the Dean, Ms. Raquel Tabirara, as the Toastmaster of the day.
Skyline University College encourages its students, in both undergraduate and graduate programs, to actively participate in Toastmasters Club meetings so they can practice speaking in front of an audience and hone their leadership skills as well.
For more information on meetings and Toastmasters, please contact Ms. Nadine on Nadine.felix@skylineuniversity.ac.ae.
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GETEX 2019 has commenced! Skyline is participating in the event which will run until April 19, 2019 at Dubai World Trade Centre.
Visit Stall F302 and don't miss the opportunity to learn about SUC admissions from our marketing staff and get guidance from our faculty members. Students are also there to share their fun campus life at Skyline!
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Skyline University College (SUC) celebrated the Global Day on April 16, 2019 at SUC campus with various activities showcasing the rich cultures of the world: cultural performances, fashion shows, and stalls showcasing traditional items and cuisines.
H.H. Sheikh Khalid Bin Humaid AlQassimi, Chairman of the Board Directors of the Emirates Creative Society, and H.E. Mr. Abdul Samad Afghan, Consul General of Afghanistan to Dubai, graced the event.
The Global Day is an annual event organized by SUC’s Events Department to inculcate a culture of respect and tolerance in the campus.
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The Skyline University College Appreciation Night is all about recognizing the achievements of students in both the academic and non-academic fields.
It is a night where Skyline faculty and staff honors the hard work and the dedication of Skyliners in their studies and co-curricular activities.
On April 14th, 2019, students, faculty and staff gathered at the Common Room for the awarding of certificates of recognition for the Academic (Dean’s List) achievers and students who made a difference in the university.
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Skyline University College celebrated the “World Book Day” on 15 April 2019 with various thrilling and thought-provoking activities such as Word Challenge and Book Quiz where winners were given exciting prizes. The Library Department also launched the SUC Book Club, which aims to enhance the involvement of SUC Community in library activities and create reading awareness.
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Skyline University College's faculty members are regularly inviting guest speakers so students can hear new ideas and points-of-view. What students learn from the talks provide them with potential resources that they can use later on.
SUC faculty member, Dr. Hassan Al-Dhaafri recently invited Mr. Hassan Al Juaidi, Managing Director of Rel-i Management Consultants to talk about “HR Planning.” Mr. Al Juaidi discussed the processes involved in human resource planning and the resources required for companies to reach their goals.
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The male students of Dr. Sharon Dreisbach’s Organizational Behavior class went for an educational visit at the Prime Geoscience Testing Laboratory in Dubai. Dr. Mary Jane Alvero, the Group Chief Executive Officer and Ms. Molly Tuazon Santos welcomed the students.
The students were given an opportunity to observe and learn about the company’s Chemical Department that includes construction material chemical testing, food analysis section (Halal Food), environmental monitoring section, and microbiology analysis section in a lecture given by Engr. Allan Eugene Canoy, the Group Quality Assurance Manager. The students were accompanied by faculty members Dr. Ramakrishna Yanamandra and Dr. Petr Svoboda.
Skyline University College organized regular industry visits to introduce students to various industries so they are more prepared for the professional world.
Exposing students to various sectors early on is one of the ways Skyline University College prepares students for the professional world. In line with this, the Organizational Behavior Class of Dr. Sharon Dreisbach went for an educational visit to Dusit Thani Hotel in Dubai recently. The students learned about the business concept of the hospitality industry, specifically about the hotels in a lecture conducted by Ms. Swati Anand, Learning and Development Manager of the hotel. HR Director, Ms. Vagelyn Tumbaga Federico also gave a talk on the importance of self-motivation in becoming a great leader and she shared practical tips for thriving in a culturally diverse environment.
To drive employee engagement and build workplace camaraderie, SUC’s Human Resource Department (HRD) organizes the weekly Happy Hour Activity.
Today, HRD held a volleyball match for faculty members and staff.
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Fifty-three Skyline students participated in the interactive workshop conducted by INJAZ in Dubai recently. The students were given exercised-based activities on entrepreneurship and a lecture on building a successful startup. The Skyline team was welcomed by Ms. Razan, the CEO of INJAZ, UAE. Mr. Sajeev Srivastav, CEO of International Marbles LLC (who is a graduate of Carnegie-Mellon University, USA), along with the volunteers from Goldman Sachs, Dubai Office, mentored the students.
At the end of the workshop, the students learned some tips on how to work under pressure, identify opportunities, pitch, and prepare a business plan.
Skyline University College regularly organizes industry visits and workshops to better prepare students for the professional world.
Our faculty members invite guest speakers from various industries so students can get hands on practical skills, knowledge, and viewpoints that can help them excel in the professional world.
Recently, Skyline faculty member, Dr. Mohit Vij invited Mr. Zaim Muhammad, Joint Business Partner of Travel Counsellors, LLC, to give a lecture to his class on tourism and hospitality. Mr. Muhammad discussed how technology creates impact on the tourism industry and gave insights on future employment opportunities. In his talk, he advised students to get the most out of their university years and find meaningful internships so they can obtain better career opportunities after graduation.
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