Pictures: Day 2 of Gulf News Edufair 2024

Second day of Gulf News Edufair sees parents and students lining up patiently to gather information from more than 30 exhibitors on the latest and trending courses

Financial planning at least five to seven years ahead of child’s enrolment in universities is critical, says Neha Ghai, Head of NRI, Middle East, HSBC during a fireside chat on the second day

"Unlike other professions, individuals with the right accounting and finance knowledge are needed in every organisation, ensuring ample job opportunities," says Ahmad Bilal Manzoor, Business Relationship Executive - Middle East, ACCA, during a session on Day 2

Parents unwind with the Gulf News Special Report on Edufair at the event

Dr Mohamed Bamatraf, Head of Industry Relations, Global Business Studies; Maria Vitoratos, Executive Career Coach, Curtin University; Zawahir Siddique, Dean and Head of Blended Learning, Demont Institute; and Dr Amitabh Upadhya, Executive Director, Symbiosis International, discuss how universities support graduates through job market volatility during a session on second day of Edufair

Students from Pakistan Education Academy explore exhibitors’ offering at Gulf News Edufair 2024

Tejas Labhshetwar, Founder of Gyanberry; Dr Pankaj Lamba, Clinical Assistant Professor & Clinical Phase Director MD Programme, Gulf Medical University; and Dr Rawad Hodeify, Associate Professor of Medical Biotechnology, American University of Ras Al Khaimah, discuss how innovations in science education prepare students for tomorrow’s careers during a session

The session on Exploring Study Abroad Destinations by Horizon Scholar’s Founder Ruchi Shukla draws big crowds

The Power of the UAE, the last session presented by UniHawk, spotlights students who have flourished with degrees from UAE’s educational institutions

Big turnout of parents and students and quality leads make it a successful edition for exhibitors and visitors alike