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, in Semester 1 in the Gulf & India and Semester 2 in the Gulf & Africa, the Counsellor Workshop offers a unique opportunity to build and strengthen relationships with principals and school counsellors from the region’s top secondary schools. We bring together school leaders and influencers from up to ten countries, allowing universities to connect with the entire region in a single, highly focused setting.
Over two full days, attendees can engage directly with this key audience, who play a pivotal role in guiding high-achieving students and their families on the best countries and institutions for studying abroad.
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.
Aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, families and students are investing heavily in study-abroad pathways. Hosted by Dhahran Ahliyya Schools in partnership with BMI/THE, this three-day undergraduate recruitment fair in the Eastern Province connects you with ambitious students, supportive families, and top counsellors from over 40 elite international high schools.
Take advantage of unparalleled access to one of the Middle East’s wealthiest and most high-potential student markets, build lasting relationships, and boost your undergraduate recruitment results.
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 2026.
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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.
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This regional event gives you the unique ability to connect with influential leaders at the secondary school level across the Gulf and India, you'll mix and mingle with counsellors from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, India 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.
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One Delegate/ One Meeting Schedule
Apr 16 - Apr 17
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Two Delegates/One Meeting Schedule
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Dubai
Two Delegates/Two Meeting Schedules
Apr 16 - Apr 17
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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 »
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
Sep 30 - Oct 01
Dubai
Two Delegates/One Meeting Schedule
Sep 30 - Oct 01
Dubai
Two Delegates/Two Meeting Schedules
Sep 30 - Oct 01
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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Through a variety of high quality events held in 35+ cities around the world, BMI/THE offers you a chance to reach students online and face to face at fairs, as well as cement relationships with stakeholders across the student journey via our premium networking events and workshops.