The education industry in the UAE continues to grow in both size and quality, making it one of the leading educational hubs in the world. Meanwhile, outbound mobility from the region remains healthy, with discerning students and parents plus affluent expatriate groups continually in search of high quality education abroad.
International student recruiters have long enjoyed the support and generosity of governments throughout the Gulf region for the abundant scholarship programmes they’ve designed and developed, fuelling demand in our industry and enriching classrooms worldwide. With so much happening in the Middle East, we’ve devoted an entire week dedicated to international education in the UAE, and every autumn we run a coordinated schedule of events unlike anything else seen during the year.
BMI/THE has a recruitment solution for you whether you’re looking to meet students, families, school counsellors, university partners, scholarship providers, or all of the above. When it comes to our Gulf events, we hope you’ll join us in a place where the recruitment scene is always hot!
Held twice a year, our Gulf International Schools Forum & Workshop gives you a chance to establish and reinforce your relationships with principals and school counsellors from the best secondary schools across all of the Middle East. We bring in school leaders and influencers from up to ten countries so that universities can meet and network with the entire region all in one place. Over two full days, attendees can form relationships with this critical audience who regularly advise high-achieving students and parents on which countries and institutions abroad are the best fit for them.
Held in Spring as well as in Autumn during the UAE International Education Week, our busy event schedule continues with the UAE Global Education Fair, which introduces you to students who are searching for their perfect course abroad and within the UAE. These fairs bring in thousands of students and families who are exploring a wide range of education options including language courses, short-term programmes, plus undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
You can further strengthen your connections with Emirati students by joining our chauffeured visits to carefully selected international schools across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, where you can present to students and their parents, as well as network with key school staff. BMI/THE manages every aspect of the visit – from escorted bus rides to the setup of all your materials – giving you a hassle-free experience so you can concentrate on what you do best: recruiting students.
Elevate your scholarship journey at the Global Scholarship Forum. This premier networking event brings together the world’s leading scholarship providers and funding sources. Connect directly with decision-makers from over 70 governments and training companies worldwide.
Discover unparalleled opportunities and gain invaluable insights at this exclusive event, taking place in Dubai in the second half of 2025.
Meet thousands of affluent local and expat students as well as those funded via national scholarship programmes during your two-city trip, which includes our main fairs plus escorted visits to top private and international schools.
Learn more »Dubai In-person Fair
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Dubai - 2 Day High School Visits
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Abu Dhabi In-person Fair
Apr 16
This regional event gives you the unique ability to connect with influential leaders at the secondary school level across the Gulf, you'll mix and mingle with counsellors from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Hold 26 meetings and network with school leaders who advise teenagers and their parents on the next steps in their academic careers.
Learn more »Dubai
One Delegate/ One Meeting Schedule
Apr 09 - Apr 10
Dubai
Two Delegates/One Meeting Schedule
Apr 09 - Apr 10
Dubai
Two Delegates/Two Meeting Schedules
Apr 09 - Apr 10
Early bird rates end on Jul 25, 2025
Meet thousands of affluent local and expat students as well as those funded via national scholarship programmes during your three-city trip, which includes our main fairs plus escorted visits to top private and international schools.
Learn more »Dubai - High School Visits
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Dubai In-person Fair
Oct 04 - Oct 05
USD 4,400
Abu Dhabi - High School Visits
Oct 06
Abu Dhabi In-person Fair
Oct 07
USD 2,800
This regional event gives you the unique ability to connect with influential leaders at the secondary school level across the Gulf, you'll mix and mingle with counsellors from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Hold 26 meetings and network with school leaders who advise teenagers and their parents on the next steps in their academic careers. IMPORTANT: Starting January 1, 2025, a 5% UAE VAT will be added to all invoices for registrations made on or after this date. Bookings made prior will not incur UAE VAT. The prices listed are net and exclude UAE VAT.
Learn more »Dubai
One Delegate/One Meeting Schedule
Oct 01 - Oct 02
Dubai
Two Delegates/One Meeting Schedule
Oct 01 - Oct 02
Dubai
Two Delegates/Two Meeting Schedules
Oct 01 - Oct 02
At BMI's most prestigious event, we bring accredited institutions together with the heads of international scholarship organisations and senior staff who manage public and private training programmes to decide which education providers will receive their students and train their staff. No other event gives you this kind of access to such a powerful audience.
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One Delegate /One Meeting Schedule
Oct 08 - Oct 09
Dubai
Two people/One Meeting Schedule
Oct 08 - Oct 09
Dubai
Two delegates/Two Meeting Schedules
Oct 08 - Oct 09
Dubai
Private Meeting Lounge (incl. 1 meeting schedule)
Oct 08 - Oct 09
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