ATMS Education Group and Swiss UMEF University of Applied Sciences Institute, Announce Strategic Partnership to Offer Swiss Degree Programs in the Middle East

Geneva, Switzerland — 22 October, 2025

ATMS Education Group, one of the Middle East’s most respected providers of higher education and professional learning, has entered into a landmark academic collaboration with Swiss UMEF University of Applied Sciences Institute, a prestigious institution based in Geneva, Switzerland. The agreement was formally signed by Dr. Hemant Kumar, Chairman of ATMS Education Group, and Pr. Dr. Djawed Sangdel, Directeur Général – Swiss UMEF University of Applied Sciences Institute, Professeur de Leadership et d’Entrepreneuriat, and Député au Grand Conseil – Genève, Suisse.

The signing ceremony, held at Swiss UMEF’s historic Geneva campus, symbolizes a major step toward expanding Swiss higher education excellence across the Middle East region. The partnership will enable ATMS Education Group to offer Swiss UMEF’s undergraduate and postgraduate programs—including BBA, MBA, and other Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees—at its network of campuses in the UAE and other Middle Eastern countries, under full academic supervision and quality assurance of Swiss UMEF University.

A Vision for Global Education

This collaboration reflects a shared vision of both institutions—to make world-class Swiss education accessible to students in the Middle East through innovative pedagogy, strong research foundations, and real-world industry integration.
Students enrolling in these programs will benefit from:

• Swiss-accredited curricula emphasizing innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership.

• Internationally recognized degrees awarded by Swiss UMEF University of Applied Sciences Institute.

• Opportunities for global exposure through academic exchange and faculty collaboration between Geneva and the Middle East.

Statements from the Signatories

Dr. Hemant Kumar, Chairman of ATMS Education Group, stated:

“This partnership represents a new era in international education collaboration. Our goal is to bring Swiss academic quality and rigor to the Middle East, empowering students with globally competitive qualifications while maintaining the values of ethics, leadership, and entrepreneurship that both our institutions uphold.”

Pr. Dr. Djawed Sangdel, Directeur Général of Swiss UMEF, added:

“Swiss UMEF is proud to partner with ATMS Education Group in our mission to globalize Swiss higher education. Together, we will offer students an exceptional learning experience that combines academic excellence, cultural diversity, and innovation-driven leadership training.”

About Swiss UMEF University of Applied Sciences Institute

Founded in Geneva, Swiss UMEF University of Applied Sciences Institute is accredited by the Swiss Confederation and internationally recognized for its academic excellence in business, management, diplomacy, and leadership. The university has a global presence, fostering intercultural understanding and professional competence through Swiss-quality education.

About ATMS Education Group

ATMS Education Group, headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, operates a network of universities, professional institutes. With more than two decades of academic excellence, ATMS is known for its global collaborations, executive education programs, and its mission to make world-class education accessible across the region.