Gulf Medical University and Albatha Healthcare Group Sign Strategic MoU for Academia-Industry Partnership

• Agreement to strengthen training, internships, and career opportunities for students

Ajman, United Arab Emirates: Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Albatha Healthcare Group, marking a significant step towards building a strong academia-industry partnership. The collaboration is designed to enhance training, knowledge exchange, and employment opportunities for GMU graduates, aligning with the UAE’s vision of nurturing a skilled and future-ready healthcare workforce.

The agreement covers joint educational training programs, internships, and career placements, with a special focus on pharmacy graduates of GMU’s College of Pharmacy and Thumbay College of Management & AI in Healthcare. The partnership also emphasizes supporting UAE nationals in healthcare professions.

The MoU was signed in the presence of Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, highlighting the university’s ongoing commitment to engaging industry leaders in shaping healthcare education.

Prof. Manda Venkatramana, Chancellor, Gulf Medical University, commented: “This partnership is a testament to our vision of connecting academia with industry in meaningful ways. By aligning our students’ learning experiences with real-world healthcare needs, we ensure they graduate not only with academic knowledge but also with practical skills that make them valuable assets to the healthcare sector.”

Dr. Hesham Abdalla, CEO, Albatha Healthcare Group, added: “Albatha Healthcare is proud to collaborate with Gulf Medical University. Through this MoU, we aim to create pathways for young healthcare professionals, particularly UAE nationals, to gain hands-on experience and explore rewarding career opportunities within our group. This partnership reinforces our shared mission of advancing healthcare standards in the region.”

The scope of cooperation under the MoU includes structured training programs, part-time and full-time employment opportunities, and participation in GMU’s career fairs. Both parties will also engage in ongoing dialogue to align strategies, action plans, and initiatives that drive mutual growth and innovation.