- Developing International Best Practices at AIUB through Global Collaboration and Research
AIUB has institutionalized a comprehensive strategy to develop international best practice on tackling the SDGs, primarily through extensive international collaboration and research. The university’s 2024 approach is systematic, designed to embed global standards directly into its operational and academic frameworks. This is achieved through a multi-layered strategy. Firstly, AIUB actively engages in bilateral partnerships with foreign universities, such as Hochschule Darmstadt (Germany), Sasin School of Management (Thailand) 1, Pan Pacific University (Philippines), and Danang University (Vietnam). These collaborations facilitate faculty and student mobility, joint research initiatives, and a platform to review comparative approaches in curriculum and pedagogy. Secondly, AIUB participates in high-impact multilateral research consortiums. Its involvement in the Erasmus+ SOHO project, for example, brings it into partnership with universities across Europe and Asia to develop international best practice for sustainable tourism. Similarly, its role as a supporting partner in the Durham University, UK "JusTN0W" project demonstrates collaboration on research for net-zero transitions. Thirdly, and most significantly, AIUB benchmarks its own institutional quality against the highest global standards. Its membership in the International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE) 1, receiving the Asia-Pacific Quality Network (APQN) Quality Award, and being a signatory of the Magna Charta Universitatum (MCO) are deliberate actions to adopt and develop international best practices. By participating in global policy dialogues like the IAU and QS Higher Ed Summits, AIUB actively reviews comparative international strategies on sustainability and education, ensuring its own practices align with global SDG efforts.
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Key International Partnerships and Research Collaborations of AIUB
AIUB faculty members participated in Magna Charta Observatory Research Workshop II
AIUB's participation in the 2nd Magna Charta Observatory (MCO) Research Workshop in Lithuania (May 28-30, 2024) is a prime example of a multi-layered partnership. This event serves as a high-level international collaboration where faculty review comparative approaches with partners from Lithuania, Ukraine, Poland, and others, helping to develop international best practices on the "Responsive and Responsible University" initiative. Simultaneously, this collaboration with an NGO (the MCO, a global university network) is a formal research programme designed to tackle the SDGs. AIUB's research project, which was selected for presentation at the IAU conference in Japan, focuses on community engagement in Dhaka's Korail slum. The project's initiatives directly tackle local challenges by "fostering opportunities for young women entrepreneurs" (SDG 5, SDG 8), developing "sustainable housing" (SDG 11), and providing "free education for underprivileged children" (SDG 1, SDG 4).
#SDG17 #SDG1 #SDG4 #SDG5 #SDG8 #SDG11 #AIUB #MagnaChartaObservatory #NGO #InternationalCollaboration #MykolasRomerisUniversity #Research #BestPractice #TackleSDGs #CommunityEngagement #KorailSlum #ResponsibleUniversity #Lithuania #ResponsibleUniversityProject #ResearchProgrammes
AIUB at the IAU 2024 International Conference
AIUB's participation in the International Association of Universities (IAU) 2024 International Conference in Tokyo (November 22-24) is a key activity to review comparative approaches to global challenges . The conference, themed "University Values in a Changing World," gathered over 300 participants from 80 countries. AIUB's faculty (Prof. Dr. Farheen Hassan and Prof. Dr. Manzur H Khan) engaged in discussions on academic freedom, research integrity, and addressing global challenges. This international collaboration (SDG 17) allows AIUB to share its perspectives (including its MCO project on responsive universities 1) and learn from global peers, helping to develop international best practice for sustainable societal progress (SDG 4, SDG 16).
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG16 #AIUB #IAU #Conference #GlobalEducation #DevelopInternationalBestPractice #Sustainability #Collaboration #ReviewComparativeApproaches #GlobalChallenges #Conference
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-at-the-iau-2024-international-conference
AIUB Delegates Visit Hochschule Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences
AIUB's visit to Hochschule Darmstadt University in Germany on September 9, 2024, is a clear example of international collaboration to develop international best practice. The delegation discussed faculty/student exchanges, joint research initiatives, and scholarships. This direct engagement allows AIUB to review comparative approaches to higher education and research in a leading German university of applied sciences. The planned Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will formalize this partnership, creating a sustainable channel for academic and research development, enhancing global opportunities for students (SDG 4) and fostering strong institutional partnerships (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG9 #AIUB #HochschuleDarmstadt #InternationalCollaboration #Research #BestPractice #Germany Hochschule Darmstadt #Germany #MoU #DevelopInternationalBest Practice #ReviewComparativeApproaches
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-delegates-visit-hochschule-darmstadt-university-of-applied-sciences
AIUB Participated in the 2nd Transnational Project Meeting of Erasmus SOHO
AIUB's active participation in the 2nd Transnational Project Meeting of the Erasmus+ SOHO project in Vietnam (July 18-19, 2024) demonstrates a deep international collaboration for research. The project aims to develop "Smart, Optimized, High-quality, and On-demand (SOHO) Tourism Innovative Education for Sustainable and Green Development." By working with partners from Romania, France, Italy, Malaysia, and Vietnam, AIUB is co-creating new courses on Smart Transportation and Sustainable Accommodation. This is a direct effort to develop international best practice on tackling SDGs related to sustainable tourism (SDG 8), innovation (SDG 9), and climate action (SDG 13), all fostered through a powerful partnership (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG8 #SDG9 #SDG13 #AIUB #ErasmusPlus #SOHO #Research #BestPractice #SustainableTourism #InternationalCollaboration #CurriculumDevelopment
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-participates-in-the-2nd-transactional-project-meeting-of-erasmus-soho
JICA delegates visited AIUB Campus
The visit of delegates from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) on May 18, 2024, was a significant cross-sectoral dialogue between AIUB, an international cooperation agency (NGO-like), and the national government. The presence of Mr. Ziaul Haque, Director of the Department of Environment, GoB, alongside JICA's chief representative and AIUB's leadership, turned the visit into a trilateral dialogue. The discussion focused on future collaboration in various modalities, highlighting AIUB's potential role in national development projects. This partnership (SDG 17) directly links AIUB's academic and infrastructural resources with national environmental policies (SDG 13) and international development goals (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG13 #AIUB #JICA #Dialogue #GoB #Environment #Partnerships #Sustainability #DepartmentOfEnvironment #Collaboration #DevelopmentPartner
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/jica-delegates-visited-aiub-campus
AIUB Team participated in 3rd Transnational Project Meeting of Erasmus SOHO project
Continuing its commitment, an AIUB delegation participated in the 3rd Transnational Project Meeting of the Erasmus+ SOHO project in Penang, Malaysia, on December 5-6, 2024. This international collaboration focuses on establishing Knowledge & Competence Centers (KCCs) and developing courses on sustainable tourism, smart transportation, and renewable energy. By engaging in this ongoing research project with partners from Romania, France, Italy, Vietnam, and Malaysia, AIUB is actively working to develop international best practice in higher education for sustainability. This partnership (SDG 17) directly contributes to creating new career opportunities and fostering sustainable innovation (SDG 9) and green development (SDG 13).
#SDG17 #SDG9 #SDG13 #AIUB #ErasmusPlus #SOHO #Research #BestPractice #SustainableDevelopment #Malaysia #InternationalCollaboration #RenewableEnergy #SustainableTourism
Faculty Members of AIUB participated in the ERASMUS+ KA171 program at Mykolas Romeris University (MRU)
Three AIUB faculty members visited Mykolas Romeris University (MRU) in Lithuania (May 31-June 5, 2024) under the Erasmus+ program. The objective was to strengthen cooperation and "exchange know-how, good experiences and practices." This visit is a direct mechanism to review comparative approaches and develop international best practice. AIUB faculties held meetings on Internal and External Quality Assurance processes, exchanging good practices from both institutions. This international collaboration (SDG 17) strengthens AIUB's quality assurance mechanisms (SDG 4) and opens avenues for further research collaborations through programs like Horizon 2020.
#SDG17 #SDG4 #AIUB #ErasmusPlus #MRU #Lithuania #BestPractice #QualityAssurance #Collaboration
AIUB is one of the Supporting partners of the “JusTN0W – Just Transitions to a Net Zero World” project of Durham University, UK
AIUB's role as a Supporting Partner in the “JusTN0W” initiative, led by Durham University, UK, places it within a significant international collaboration focused on research for sustainability. Announced on March 14, 2024, this project leverages interdisciplinary research to devise sustainable and equitable solutions for decarbonization. By participating in this £5 million, four-year program, AIUB is contributing to research aligned with multiple SDGs, particularly SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy). This partnership (SDG 17) allows AIUB to contribute to and learn from international best practices in tackling one of the world's most pressing challenges.
#SDG17 #SDG13 #SDG7 #AIUB #DurhamUniversity #JusTN0W #NetZero #ClimateAction #Research #Collaboration
AIUB at the 1st LGU Global Engagement Forum 2024
AIUB's participation in the 1st LGU Global Engagement Forum in the Philippines on July 23, 2024, resulted in a massive expansion of its international collaboration network. The university signed a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with 20 Philippine universities and the Association of Local Colleges and Universities (ALCU). This partnership sets the stage for dynamic collaborations that will enrich educational experiences (SDG 4) and advance research on an international scale (SDG 17). This forum allows AIUB to review comparative approaches with numerous partner institutions simultaneously, fostering a new chapter in global academic collaboration.
#SDG17 #SDG4 #AIUB #Philippines #MoU #GlobalEngagement #Collaboration #Academia #Research
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-at-the-1st-lgu-global-engagement-forum-2024
MOU with Danang University
On July 19, 2024, AIUB formalized its partnership with the University of Danang, Vietnam, by signing an MoU during the Erasmus+ SOHO project meeting. This agreement establishes a framework for international collaboration that includes student/faculty exchanges and joint research programs. By partnering with a premier institution in Vietnam known for its research expertise, AIUB is positioned to review comparative approaches and enhance mutual knowledge sharing in specialized fields. This partnership (SDG 17) strengthens AIUB's research capacity and educational quality (SDG 4) within the South-East Asian region.
#SDG17 #SDG4 #AIUB #DanangUniversity #Vietnam #MoU #Collaboration #Research #Partnerships #ErasmusSOHO
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/mou-with-danang-university
Virtual Meeting with Sasin School of Management, Thailand
AIUB's virtual meeting with the Sasin School of Management, Thailand, on May 2, 2024, was a strategic step toward international collaboration in business education. The discussion focused on developing joint educational programs, facilitating academic exchanges, and encouraging collaboration on innovative research projects. Sasin itself is a product of international collaboration (with Kellogg and Wharton), making it an ideal partner for AIUB to review comparative approaches and develop international best practice in business education (SDG 4) and innovation (SDG 9). The planned MoU aims to synergize global engagement and prepare graduates for an interconnected world (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG9 #AIUB #Sasin #Thailand #Collaboration #BestPractice #BusinessEducation #Research
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/virtual-meeting-with-sasin-school-of-management-thailand
Pan Pacific University, Philippines Visits AIUB
The visit from Pan Pacific University (PPU), Philippines, to AIUB in March 2024, served to further an existing academic international collaboration. This partnership is part of AIUB's persistent effort to grow its global network of alliances, acknowledging that cooperation fosters innovation. The meetings between PPU leadership and AIUB deans explored the implementation of mutually agreed-upon areas of cooperation, from curriculum development to joint programs. This engagement allows both institutions to review comparative approaches (SDG 4) and develop international best practice (SDG 17) by amalgamating diverse cultures, practices, and ideas for long-term sustainable socioeconomic development (SDG 8).
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Link: https://www.aiub.edu/pan-pacific-university-philippines-visits-aiub
AIUB is now a proud Member of the prestigious INQAAHE
AIUB's acceptance as a member of the International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE) on July 9, 2024, is a strategic move to develop international best practice. INQAAHE is the world's leading association for quality assurance (QA) in higher education. This membership provides AIUB with a global forum to review comparative approaches and collaborate with QA professionals worldwide. This international collaboration (SDG 17) affirms AIUB's commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining global standards, significantly enhancing its educational programs (SDG 4) and institutional integrity (SDG 16).
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG16 #AIUB #INQAAHE #QualityAssurance #BestPractice #GlobalStandards #Collaboration
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-is-now-a-proud-member-of-the-prestigious-inqaahe
AIUB Receives Prestigious APQN Quality Award at AAC 2024
AIUB was honored with the APQN (Asia-Pacific Quality Network) Quality Award in the category of Best/Model Internal QA Award at the APQN Academic Conference (AAC) 2024 in Russia. This award is a direct result of AIUB's successful efforts to develop international best practice in quality assurance. The APQN, a key regional body for international collaboration on quality in education, has repeatedly recognized AIUB's leadership (previously in 2016). This recognition (SDG 17) reaffirms AIUB's position as a top institution dedicated to maintaining global academic standards (SDG 4) and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
#SDG17 #SDG4 #AIUB #APQN #QualityAward #BestPractice #QualityAssurance #Collaboration #AsiaPacific
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-receives-prestigious-apqn-quality-award-at-aac-2024
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AIUB is a signatory of Magna Charta Universitatum (MCU)
AIUB's status as a signatory of the Magna Charta Universitatum (MCU) 2020 (announced April 16, 2024) signifies a global commitment to develop international best practice regarding academic freedom, institutional autonomy, and social responsibility. By signing, AIUB joins nearly 1000 universities in 94 countries. Furthermore, AIUB is partnering with Mykolas Romeris University (Lithuania) on an MCO-initiated research project, "Responsive and Responsible University." This project involves research and social development initiatives for the Korail slum, tackling SDGs on women's empowerment (SDG 5), sustainable housing (SDG 11), and education (SDG 4), all through this high-level international collaboration (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG5 #SDG11 #AIUB #MCO #MCU2020 #ResponsibleUniversity #Research #BestPractice #Collaboration
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-is-a-signatory-of-magna-charta-universitatum-mcu
AIUB at the QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2024
AIUB's participation in the QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2024 in Macau (November 5-7) placed its leadership, including members of the Board of Trustees, directly in a platform designed to review comparative approaches and foster international collaboration. The summit's theme, "Shifting Landscapes, Collaborative Solutions," focused on strategic partnerships among universities, governments, and the private sector to combat societal challenges. AIUB representatives gained critical insights into leveraging technology (AI), building lifelong learning ecosystems, and aligning education with job market demands, all of which are essential to develop international best practice for tackling SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 8 (Decent Work).
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG8 #AIUB #QSSummit #HigherEducation #BestPractice #Collaboration #Innovation #Sustainability #Conference
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-at-the-qs-higher-ed-summit-asia-pacific-2024
Exchange Students from Tashkent University of Information Technologies (TUIT) Visit AIUB
The student exchange program between AIUB and the Tashkent University of Information Technologies (TUIT), Uzbekistan, in June-July 2024, is a practical application of international collaboration. This partnership (SDG 17) allows students and faculty from both institutions to review comparative approaches to education and culture. The TUIT delegates attended classes, labs, and workshops at AIUB, while also engaging in cultural exchange activities. This type of mobility program is a cornerstone of developing international best practice, fostering mutual understanding and providing students with a global perspective, thereby enhancing their quality education (SDG 4).
#SDG17 #SDG4 #AIUB #TUIT #Uzbekistan #StudentExchange #Collaboration #GlobalEducation #CulturalExchange
Policy Engagement Workshop on collaborative research - "Social Innovation Through Technology Nudging: Developing a Behavioral Toolkit for Diffusing Solar Irrigation"
AIUB initiated a critical cross-sectoral dialogue by hosting the "Initiation of Policy Engagement Workshop" for a collaborative research project on solar irrigation on February 7, 2024. This event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including international partners (World Bank, ADPC, Durham University), national government (Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation - BADC, SREDA), and academia (AIUB, Rajshahi University, Khulna University). The workshop focused on developing a behavioral toolkit for diffusing solar irrigation, a technology crucial for achieving SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), and SDG 13 (Climate Action). This dialogue serves as a model for SDG 17, translating collaborative research into actionable national policy for sustainable development.
#SDG17 #SDG7 #SDG13 #SDG2 #AIUB #PolicyDialogue #CrossSectoral #Workshop #WorldBank #BADC #ClimateAction #SustainableAgriculture
