Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) held an interactive workshop for the second group of UAE-based licensed higher education institutions (HEIs) as part of the automatic certificate recognition initiative. The event aimed to familiarize universities with the details of the initiative, which is set for an official launch in the second quarter of 2025 under the Zero Government Bureaucracy programme.
According to Emirates News Agency, the workshop outlined the phased rollout of the initiative, focusing on practical applications and university-led proposals to enhance its efficiency. Ahmad Ibrahim Alsaadi, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for the Higher Education Operations Sector and Director of the International Education Support and Scholarships Department at MoHESR, emphasized the ministry's commitment to simplifying procedures and fostering innovation in education.
The initiative leverages blockchain technology to enhance efficiency, reliability, and compliance with global standards, streamlining qualification recognition in line with best practices. Alsaadi noted that the aim is to streamline the student journey, reducing time and effort while allowing students to focus on academic excellence. Additionally, the initiative seeks to lighten administrative burdens on higher education institutions, enabling them to enhance academic programmes and support graduates in securing jobs.
By eliminating manual procedures, the automatic recognition initiative facilitates fast digital verification of qualifications. This reduction in administrative load provides graduates with easy access to verified documents for employment or further studies, thus contributing to a more effective educational environment in the UAE.