IDP Education, a leading international education services provider, officially inaugurated its combined regional and Dubai offices in Tecom. The new office, located at The One Tower, was inaugurated by Heidi Venamore, Australian Ambassador to the UAE, and Tennealle O'Shannessy, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, IDP Education in the presence of Dr Naji Al Mahdi, Chief of Qualifications and Awards, KHDA.
Joining them were distinguished dignitaries from the government and education sectors including Professor Mohamed-Salem, President of the University of Wollongong in Dubai; Kelly Matthews, Trade Commissioner at Australian Embassy in the UAE; Gail Fernandez - Chief University Admissions Advisor at the Scholarships Office (SCO), Harmeet Pental, Chief Operating Officer, IDP Education Ltd and other IDP team members across the region. This special occasion will mark a significant milestone in IDP Education's journey and further strengthen its presence in the Middle East.
The new IDP office is adjacent to the Dubai Internet City Metro station and has been fully operational since the first week of July. The move comes in response to IDP Education's continuous growth and commitment to providing exceptional services to students and partner institutions.
Imad Chaoui, Regional Director, MEA, EU & CIS, said that this celebration will further consolidate IDP Education's position as a trusted international education provider and mark a significant milestone in its journey towards empowering students to achieve their education and career goals.
"The official grand opening of the IDP office is a momentous occasion for us. This centrally located office in Dubai will function as the main regional hub for IDP Education's operations, meeting the growing need for education services in the UAE and the broader Middle East & Africa (MEA), European Union (EU), and Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) regions," Chaoui said.
Characterised by its spacious and contemporary design, the new office is equipped with cutting-edge technology and resources. This enables IDP Education to elevate the delivery of support and services to its expanding network of students, parents, and educational institutions.
“By relocating the office, IDP Education reinforces its dedication to creating an improved working environment for its highly valued employees. The new office layout aims to consolidate IDP Education's Student Placement operations, IELTS testing, and regional office into a unified space to foster collaboration and creativity, and facilitate ongoing growth,” stated Rashi Bhattacharya, Area Director for the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Turkey and Kazakhstan.
For over 50 years, IDP Education has provided unrivalled international education services, including personalized student services, guiding prospective students in selecting the right university, assisting with application support, and more.
"IDP Education is delighted to embrace this new chapter and looks forward to welcoming students, IELTS test takers, and other stakeholders to our new office location. The organisation remains dedicated to supporting students' aspirations, facilitating their global education goals, and connecting them to the careers of their choice," added Bhattacharya.
IDP Education invites all stakeholders, partners, and members of the community to its new offices as it commemorates this exciting new phase of growth and reinforces its commitment to excellence in education services.
“Furthermore, the new office not only enhances the working environment, but also showcases IDP Education's steadfast dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility. By being conveniently connected to the metro, the company actively encourages eco-conscious commuting practices and greener transportation options. These efforts contribute to a cleaner and more environmentally friendly setting," Bhattacharya concluded.
