University of Kalba Selects Banner SaaS to Support Institutional Growth
Proven student information system to unite technology operations at growing hub for higher education in the UAE
RESTON, VA and KALBA, United Arab Emirates – Ellucian, the leading higher education technology solutions provider, today announced that the University of Kalba (UKB) has selected Ellucian Banner, part of the Ellucian SaaS Platform. This comprehensive new Student Information System will enhance the student and staff experience as the institution continues to grow. A new Ellucian customer and the first SaaS selection in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), UKB joins more than 2,000 Ellucian customers around the globe leveraging the Ellucian SaaS Platform to improve student outcomes.
Implementing the Ellucian SaaS Platform will benefit UKB significantly. It will support a smart and secure campus that connects people, processes, and applications. UKB will enhance operational efficiency and reduce complexity for students and staff by unifying data and streamlining administrative workflows. The platform's scalability ensures that UKB can easily expand its offerings and support new programmes as the institution grows, aligning with its mission to provide high-quality education and support the needs of the UAE and the city of Kalba.
"We are proud to support the University of Kalba, an emerging center for educational excellence in the UAE as they implement Ellucian's modern SaaS Platform," said Laura Ipsen, President and CEO, Ellucian. "UKB's commitment to fostering an exceptional personalised user experience sets a benchmark for SaaS transformation in the Middle East. As a model for institutions in the region, UKB is paving the way for the future of higher education technology."
"Implementing Ellucian Banner SaaS marks a significant milestone for the University of Kalba," said Prof. Saif AlQaydi, Chancellor, University of Kalba. "This modern Student Information System will streamline our operations, enhance the student experience, and support our commitment to providing cutting-edge education. We are excited to embrace this technology, which will undoubtedly contribute to our mission of academic excellence and innovation."
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ABOUT UNIVERSITY OF KALBA
The University of Kalba (UKB), established on June 26, 2023, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Member of the Supreme Council, Ruler of Sharjah, and the President of the University of Kalba, embodies a vision of becoming a comprehensive institution across various domains of education.
UKB offers accredited graduate and undergraduate programmes through its four Colleges: Arts, Sciences, IT and Communication; Law; Business Administration; and Sport Science. Each college provides specialised programmes to meet today's dynamic industries and academic needs.The university features a diverse and distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art campus facilities, fostering holistic development and personal growth among students.
A notable initiative is the College of Sport Science, offering a programme in collaboration with Monash University, Australia. This ensures a cutting-edge curriculum, positioning UKB as a leader in Sport Science in the UAE and the Arab World.
