Cloud-based student information system to
enhance user experience for students and staff at an innovative
institution serving a global community
DUBAI, UAE and RESTON, Va., Feb. 26,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ellucian, the leading higher
education technology solutions provider, today announced that
American University in
Dubai (AUD) will
implement Ellucian Banner SaaS. This innovative cloud-based
Student Information System (SIS), available through the Amazon Web
Services (AWS) node in the United
Arab Emirates, leverages an AI-powered platform to
streamline technology operations and enhance the student
experience. Paired with Ellucian Insights, a comprehensive
analytics solution, the university will empower real-time,
data-informed decision-making for staff. As a new Ellucian
customer, AUD joins more than 2,000 institutions leveraging
Ellucian SaaS solutions to more efficiently scale resources and
drive student outcomes.
"American University in
Dubai is a
forward-thinking institution with a culturally diverse learning
community, and we are proud to support their technology
transformation with Banner SaaS to advance student success," said
Laura Ipsen, President and CEO,
Ellucian. "By replacing AUD's legacy system with our cloud-based
SIS, coupled with the innovative data visualization capabilities of
Insights, the university will be well-suited to adapt to an
evolving higher education landscape. This transformation highlights
AUD's dedication to leveraging innovation and technology to
cultivate academic excellence and empower students to shape a
better future."
By transitioning to Banner SaaS, AUD will deliver personalized
user experiences for students and staff, simplify complex
integrations, and consolidate data to provide a comprehensive
picture of each student, enabling staff to deliver timely and
thorough support at every stage of their academic path. Robust
self-service capabilities and advanced analytics will equip
students to take control of their educational journey while staff
focus on high-value strategic initiatives.
"At AUD, we constantly strive to adapt and innovate to meet the
evolving needs of our students and faculty," said Dr. Kyle Long, President, AUD. "The decision to
implement Ellucian Banner reflects our vision for the future, where
cutting-edge technology enhances the academic experience and
supports our growth as a leader in higher education."
For more information on Ellucian solutions, visit:
https://www.ellucian.com/emea-ap/solutions/all-products (for
Europe, Middle East and Asia-Pacific) or
https://www.ellucian.com/solutions/all-products.
ABOUT AMERICAN UNIVERSITY IN DUBAI
Founded in 1995 as the
first private institution of higher learning in Dubai, AUD is one of the most
recognized universities in the UAE – with Ministry of Education
licensure and US accreditation (SACSCOC) for the institution, as
well as the most prominent US-based professional accreditations for
its academic programs: ABET (Engineering), AACSB (Business), NAAB
(Architecture), NASAD (Visual Communication and Interior Design),
CIDA (Interior Design) and ACEJMC (Communications and Information
Studies).
AUD, a university known for its emphasis on effective teaching
and the high rate of employability of its graduates, is pleased to
be classified as Group II ("Very Good") among research universities
according to the UAE Ministry Classification of Higher Education
Institutions. AUD has excelled in many areas over the years and has
secured the top spot in Student Diversity & Employment Outcomes
in Dubai for 2
consecutive years, according to QS Rankings. AUD has also received
the "Teaching & Learning Strategy of the Year" award by Times
Higher Education MENA 2023. The precedent coupled with AUD's high
employability rate (90%+) explains why students from all around the
globe with diverse educational backgrounds choose AUD as their
destination for higher education.
ABOUT ELLUCIAN
Ellucian powers innovation for higher
education, partnering with more than 2,900 customers across 50
countries, serving over 20 million students. Ellucian's AI-powered
platform, trained on the richest dataset available in higher
education, drives efficiency, personalized experiences, and
strengthened engagement for students, faculty and staff. Fueled by
decades of experience with a singular focus on the unique needs of
learning institutions, the Ellucian platform features best-in-class
SaaS capabilities and delivers insights needed now and into the
future. These solutions and services span the entire student
lifecycle, including data-rich tools for student recruitment,
enrolment, and retention to workforce analytics, fundraising, and
alumni engagement. Ellucian's innovative solutions, vast ecosystem
of partners and user community of more than 45,000 provides best
practices leading to greater institutional success and achieving
better student outcomes.
Media Contacts
Jess Weston
Jess.Weston@Ellucian.com
Joy Kussaim
joykussaim@aud.edu
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