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17 - 20 April 2012 - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

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P.O. Box 56010, Riyadh11554, Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaTel: +966 1 2295604 Fax: +966 1 2295612E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.recexpo.com

Ministry of Higher EducationInternational Exhibition & Conference on Higher EducationRiyadh 11153, Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaTel: +966 1 2688999 Ext: 4020 / 4050 / 4060 Fax: +966 1 2688955E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.ieche.com.sa

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International organizations and associations precipitated in IECHE 2011

Exhibition & Conference 2011 Post Show Report

19 – 22 April 2011

Australian Trade Commission (Australia)

British Council (UK)

China Scholarship Council (China)

Campus France (France)

Council for Higher Education in Turkey - YOK (Turkey)

DAAD – German AcademicExchange Service (Germany)

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques

King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

Graciously held under the high patronage of King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques

Under the patronage of King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques; His Excellency the Minister of Higher Education, Dr. Khaled Bin Mohammed Al-Angari, inaugurated the International Exhibition & Conference on Higher Education (IECHE) 2011 that was held from 19 – 22 April 2011, and proved to be the foremost event of its kind in the region.

In his opening speech, H.E. Dr. Al-Angari expressed the ministry’s gratitude to King Abdullah for the extreme care and attention he places in higher education. Dr. Al-Angari described the exhibition as a key international forum that aims at promoting collaboration and building partnerships between Saudi higher education institutions and their counterparts from around the world, in addition to achieving a common understanding on many education-related issues on a global level.

The opening ceremony was attended by more than 1,500 distinguished guests, including senior officials, diplomats, and VIP’s, who accompanied H.E. Dr. Al-Angari throughout his tour around the many different sections and country pavilions.

Unprecedented Representation: 440 universities and educational institutions from 34 countries around the world

For the second year in a row, IECHE 2011 welcomed a huge number of participants, once again raising the bar as the leading higher education gathering second to none in the region. This progress comes as a result of the great development the Kingdom is witnessing, especially in the field of higher education.

The second edition of this prestigious event was held in the bustling Saudi capital city Riyadh, and featured more than 381 leading universities and educational institutions from more than 34 countries, in addition to the elite of Saudi educational institutions, represented by 59 universities and colleges, both private and public.

IECHE aims to provide an opportunity for different institutions, and individuals of the society to learn about the higher education institutions in Saudi Arabia and the world. Tens of thousands of visitors and students met that goal by flocking the exhibition ground starting from the early hours that followed the inauguration.

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Over 275,000 international visitors in 4 days position IECHE as the region’s leading platform for education exchange

The international show witnessed quite an unprecedented attendance, ranging from students, parents, academics, diplomats, and foreign delegates, to top expertise and educational policy makers, alongside senior executives and government officials in Saudi Arabia. IECHE 2011 welcomed around 275,000 visitors who raced to attend this truly unique event in the Kingdom and the region.

The event went far beyond an exhibition and a show to establish itself as an interactive educational platform, providing students with an exceptional opportunity to come in contact with the top educational institutions from the Kingdom and the world to choose their ideal educational destination, and introducing education professionals and administrators to the latest developments in the educational sector and the best practices adopted by leading institutions. In addition, IECHE 2011 featured a number of programs and side events, including many constructive workshops, business meetings and various other offerings.

Visitors - Record Number in IECHE 2011

Date Visitors

Day 1 (19 April): 56.489

Day 2 (20 April): 62.737

Day 3 (21 April): 87.685

Day 4 (22 April): 68.320

Total Number 275.231

The total estimated number of visitors reached more than 275,000 by the end of day 4, distributed as follows:

• 79% Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

• 9% other GCC states

• 12% other countries

Success on All Levels

IECHE 2011 saw significant developments on various levels. The participation of international universities and educational institutions increased by 23% compared to the previous 2010 edition, while local participation increased by 37%. Several agreements and memoranda were signed between Saudi educational institutions and international ones, setting a bridge to transfer expertise and know-how to the Saudi higher education sector.

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21 Educational Exchange Agreements and Memoranda Signed

IECHE 2011 witnessed the signature of 21 Educational Exchange Agreements between Saudi and International Universities

• MOHE in Saudi Arabia & the Italian University of Pavia - Italy

• Taibah University & the American University of Central Florida - USA

• Taibah University & Universiti Sains Malaysia - Malaysia

• Taibah University & Universiti Teknologi Malaysia - Malaysia

• Najran University & Chungbuk National University - Korea

• Al-Qassim University & University of Maastricht - The Netherlands

• Umm Al-Qura University & the American University of Purdue - USA

• Umm Al- Qura University & the American University of Tufts - USA

• Princess Noura University & Monash University - Australia

• Princess Noura University & Coventry University - UK

• Al-Baha University & Uppsala University - Sweden

• King Faisal University & Yale University - USA

• University of Al-Kharj & University of California Irvine Extension - USA

• King Khalid University & Michigan State University - USA

• King Khalid University & Groningen University – The Netherlands

• Al-Imam University & University of Helsinki – Finland

• King Faisal University & Auckland University – New Zealand

• King Faisal University & Groningen University - The Netherlands

• Dammam University & Utrecht University - The Netherlands

• Dammam University & University of Strasbourg - France

• Dammam University & Queensland University - Australia

“Leading International Universities Systems” Conference Address the Quantum Developments in the Saudi Higher Education Sector

The conference on “Leading International Universities Systems” organized during this year’s edition opened a new door to collaboration between local and international educational institutions. The conference set the foundations for building a leading university system according to international standards.

Over the course of 2 days, the conference focused on:

• The challenge of establishing universities with an international caliber

• The impact of higher education on a knowledge-based economy

• The importance of structure and organization in higher education institutions

• The global competition in higher education

21 world-renowned speakers from 11 countries gathered during the IECHE 2011 Conference

Queensland University of TechnologyWorld-class Applied Research (1)

King Abdulaziz UniversityDistance Learning at the University

Princess Noura UniversityAl-Jazeera Newspaper Research Chair for Linguistic Studies

Queensland University of TechnologyWorld-class Applied Research (2)

Islamic UniversityThe Program Minhati “My Grant”

Al Faisal Private UniversityAl Faisal University

University of JazanBuilding and Managing a Modernized Curriculum at the Faculty of Medicine

University of PaviaUniversity of Pavia: 650 Years of Excellence

The University of Auckland- Post-graduate Students - Commercialisation

Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic UniversityQuality Standards of Research Chairs in the Kingdom and their Role in the Improvement of the Chairs’ Outputs

Princess Noura UniversityPrincess Noura University’s Experience in Community Service and Environment Development

Trine UniversityAdjusting to studies & life in the USA

Jazan UniversityThe Training Students Abroad Experience: Student Exchange Program with the University of Illinois

King Abdulaziz UniversityThe University’s Research Excellence Centers

University of Southern California Viterbi School of EngineeringGraduate Engineering Programs

Al Faisal Private UniversityHow to choose your university major (1)

King Saud Ibn Abdulaziz University for Health SciencesInstructional Workshop for Students (1)

Languages CanadaThe Pathway to Successful Graduate Degrees

Warsaw University of TechnologyGateway to European Education

EducationUSAU.S. Student Visa Information Session

EducationUSAMaster and PhD Programs in the USA

Al Kharj UniversityThe Establishment of Quality Assurance Systems and Academic Accreditation at New Universities

Jazan UniversityThe Cultural Season Experience in Community Outreach at the University of Jazan

King Abdul Aziz UniversityBusiness & Knowledge Alliance at the University

Princess Noura University Princess Noura University and its Ambitions for Global Competition

Al Faisal Private UniversityHow to Choose your University Major (2)

King Saud Ibn Abdulaziz University for Health SciencesInstructional Workshop for Students (2)

Taibah UniversityTaibah University’s Experience in Implementing Business Intelligence Systems

EducationUSAQuestions and Answers on U.S. Student Visas

EducationUSAUndergraduate Programs in the USA

EducationUSAApplying to Graduate Programs in the USA

EducationUSAHow to Apply for a U.S. Student Visa

High turnover at 35 workshops covering all aspects of higher education

The various workshops that were held alongside the conference generated great interest from attendees. Over 3 full days, 35 workshops were organized by different local and international institutions, and focused on recent trends and developments in a wide range of topics.

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Facts & Figures

ParticipantsNumber of Exhibiting Countries e 34

Total number of exhibitors e 440

Number of International Universities and other Educational Institutions and Associations e 381

Number of local universities & other entities e 59

Exhibition SpaceTotal gross exhibition space e 14,693 sqm

Local Pavilions e 6.181 sqm

International Pavilions e 8.512 sqm

Conference & WorkshopsNumber of Conference Sessions e 17

Number of Conference speakers e 21

Number of workshops e 35

Number of workshops speakers e 41

Number of meetings e 28

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AustraliaMiss Monique MacRitchieAssociate Director, International Markets, Office of AdmissionsUniversity of Melbourne

I found this exhibition very useful and great compared to other ones I have attended. It is very good if not better. Fantastic quality of students, highly rated organization, and very good quality of setup. We have had good help from everybody. Excellent services. We hope to be back.

FinlandMiia VanhainenAccount Manager, International and Career ServicesLappeenranta University of Technology

This is my first time in Saudi Arabia. It is excellent. We had very good enquiries about studying in Finland. There are very good universities represented in this fair. I cannot complain. All well organized and there is a strong possibility to participate with Finland Group next year.

FranceMr. Pierre-Henri FavreauManager, Academic Programs - DCI

IECHE is at a very good level compared to other events. Interesting exhibitors. Fantastic services. This event illustrates the commitment of the Saudi Kingdom in Education for the young. We will definitely participate next year.

GermanyMr. Berno BirkerGulf RegionDAAD

It is an excellent exhibition. Compared to the ones I have attended in Germany, this one is very good. The students are interested to know about Germany and to study there. They want to know about research possibilities. We are hoping to convince them that studying in Germany is very good. Services are very good. Whenever I ask something, it is done immediately. Last year we were here and definitely we will be here next year.

IndiaDr. Shaik SulemanDeputy General Manager - Edcil (India) Limited

I have attended events in the last two years in 15 countries and definitely this is the best among them. Local universities dominated the event. Services are excellent and 100% we will be participating next year with a bigger number, at least 15 more.

CanadaMr. Gonzalo PeraltaExecutive Director - Languages Canada

It is a fantastic event on so many levels. What’s amazing is the mixture. I don’t know if I have been to any other event that has a combination of students, administrators, policy makers, university people, it is very interesting. So it’s a very broad spectrum. The quality of exhibitors is the highest that I have seen.

The other thing that I love about his event is that we are here with our Saudi Arabian partners, Saudi Arabian Universities, and Saudi Arabian member of the Higher Education and the Saudi Arabian Cultural bureau from Canada. That makes the quality of exhibitors very high.

I can’t speak of the other countries but I know that they have the same impression and the Canadian exhibitors are really the top ones from Canada. Services of the organizers are incredible, the flexibility, the willingness to help, to make things work and this is something we really appreciate.

Languages Canada is extremely satisfied. We are making our own video here to show it to other members to encourage them to participate. We will certainly be here next year. You can count on that.

Exhibitor Testimonials: IECHE 2011 Interviews

IrelandMr. Terry McParlandManager, Education in IrelandEnterprise Ireland

The event is very good. Quality of students excellent, well organized exhibition with high quality of participants and there is a lot of traffic. Overall it is good, happy with the position we are in and we will definitely participate next year because we are committed to this region and this is a good vehicle to show Ireland what it can offer in terms of Education.

JapanMr. Katsuyoshi KannoManager for Promoting International Relations, International Affairs Dept.University of Tokyo

We have attended last year and this year it has improved so much. With so many universities and students it is excellent. The students are focusing on what they want and this makes things easier for us. We will definitely participate next year.

KoreaKim BokyungProgram Coordinator, Office of International CooperationHanyang University

I have attended several education fairs and in some points this is better than other exhibitions. I get too many Saudi students. I have met with many universities from different countries. The services are very good and definitely we will participate next year.

MalaysiaMr. Thomas SeeSales ManagerEducation Malaysia

I have been to 4 international fairs and this one is the best. Very well organized. The students are genuine. They want to study. The organizers are very efficient. They respond very quickly once I ask for something. The overall is very good and I will sure participate next year. I will bring more universities as well.



New ZealandDr. Mattew O’MeagherDeputy Director, International RelationsThe University of Auckland

The exhibitors are from all over the world that is how important this event is. In terms of students they’re very good, seems they know what they are looking for and very knowledgeable. Services are very good. The exhibitors have been looked after very well especially the transport arrangements. No problem at all. It has been a privilege to be in Saudi Arabia. Students are keen. We expect to be participating next year.

PolandProfessor Marta Kicinska-HabiorVice Rector for Student AffairsUniversity of Warsaw

The standard of the event is very high. The students are nice and young and interested in studying abroad. They want to learn. The organization is really very good. Services are wonderful, lots of dates. I did not find any difficulty and will of course be participating next year.

UKMr. Allen SwalesInternational OfficerUniversity of CambridgeThis is as good as or even better than any event that I have attended in the past. Compared to last year, I and my colleagues are conscious that this one is even better and bigger than last year. Clearly MOHE had made a huge effort in improving it. Last one was excellent and this year is even better. From my point of view there is a great variety of countries and this is a good sign. Nothing to complain. Services are excellent. This is a great international fair and the credit goes to Saudi Arabia and MOHE.

USAMr. Mark J. T. SmithDean of the Graduate SchoolPurdue University

The event runs very well and we are having a very good interaction with the students. We have the chance to interact with many strong students and I had the pleasure to meet with many universities. I have learned a lot about the local universities and the faculty members here. We made lot of connections that we will follow up. There is a wide variety of institutions which is excellent. This exceeded what I expected. I am very impressed about the set up. The internet is excellent. Overall is fantastic and I will be back.

South AfricaMiss Fazela HaniffDirector, Wits International OfficeUniversity of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

It is my first time in Saudi Arabia. Exceptional event compared to other countries I have visited. The people are warm, they want to take information. We ran out of materials so we had to reproduce locally and the service was excellent. The exhibition and the students are good. Wonderful quality services. REC team and staff were very helpful especially when they interfered to expedite our visas and in this respect MOHE did a great job. We were well supported and received. Definitely we will be back next year.

The NetherlandsTijan K. RamahiMaastricht University

Compared to last year, it is again huge and successful. It is very impressive and better than last year. If ever y country offers what IECHE does, we as University will be much better. It is nice to see that many countries come togather with different universities. This is a very high quality event. The communications is excellent and it is a professional service. Next year of course we will be participating.

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17 - 20 April 2012 - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia€¦ · The second edition of this prestigious event was held in the bustling Saudi capital city Riyadh, and featured more than 381 leading