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Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Dubai Knowledge Village- The Hub of International Universities in Dubai

 

Dubai Knowledge Village- The Hub of International Universities in Dubai

Launched in 2003, Dubai Knowledge Village is free trade zone educational campus in Dubai which offers provisions for training and learning institutional bodies operating with 100% foreign ownership. Comprising over 400 institutions presently operational within it, the community possesses in is heart a number of universities, training centers, professional centers and HR companies.

The one kilometer striking community offers a well equipped aura for a variety of knowledge oriented units including Human Resource Management and support organizations. The booming knowledge community was found with the perspective of a long-term economic approach keeping in mind the development of the talent pool of the region along with its move into a knowledge based economy.

Vision

The vision of Dubai Knowledge Village lies in becoming the leading Regional Destination for Human Resources Management Providers

Mission

The mission of Dubai Knowledge Village lies in offering the finest infrastructure, services and support to the Human Resource Management community thereby enabling the development and also to assist the moves of Dubai into the knowledge based economy.

Partners Profile

Dubai Knowledge Village has more than 450 business partners including professional training centers, HR consultancies, assessment centers and linguistic centers.

Benefits for the Partners:

· 100% foreign ownership

· 100% Tax-free

· Repatriation of assets and profits

· Effortless licensing and registration

· Premium Infrastructure including food court, retail outlets, serene landscapes and other facilities

Features

Dubai Knowledge Village campus features 20 blocks which accommodate the following institutions:

· University of Wollongong (Australia)

· The British University in Dubai (United Kingdom)

· Islamic Azad University (Iran)

· Mahatma Gandhi University (India)

· Royal College of Surgeons (Ireland)

· University of New Brunswick (Canada)

· UAE University

· Heriot Watt University (United States)

· SAE Institute (Australia)

· Birla Institute of Technology and Sciences-Pilani (India)

· BAC Middle East

· Budge Recruitment

· Gulf Talentz

In addition to these, the community contains 200 educational institutions and the amenities like food court, sports fields, medical facilities, pharmacy, travel services and a gym.

A feather to its cap is also added with the feature of being the only Free Zone of the world fully devoted to Human Resources Management professionals.