Accreditation

Licensure & Accreditation

Overview

Rabdan Academy is committed to the highest standards in teaching and learning through its educational provision, addressing both regional and national needs, and contributing significantly to the intellectual, economic and social development of the UAE.

The Academy’s obligation to institutional and programmatic accreditation ensures that its students obtain recognised qualifications upon graduation which equips them with the knowledge, skills and competencies most sought after in the labour market and enables them to seek higher education opportunities in universities around the world.

Authorisation by

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK)

Rabdan Academy is recognised by the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) as an authorised institution in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi which is aligned to the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 and the National Strategy for Higher Education of the UAE Government. RA retains a niche reputation in the UAE higher education sector through provision of high quality academic programs that are in complete alignment with the skills demanded by employers.

National Accreditation by

The Commission for Academic Accreditation

Rabdan Academy holds its place as a licensed higher education institution in the National Register of Licensed Higher Education Institutions published by the Ministry of Education, United Arab Emirates. All of its academic programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the Ministry of Education, UAE. Program Accreditation affirms that the Academy programs have undergone rigorous peer review by External Review Teams appointed by the CAA and assures that each accredited degree meets the stringent educational standards for high-quality education, consistent with international standards. Click here to view the list of accredited programs.

International Accreditation

SACSCOC’s Candidacy Status

Rabdan Academy is a candidate for accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award degree levels, such as associate, baccalaureate and masters. Rabdan Academy also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the status of Rabdan Academy may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Program Title	Most Recent Approval	Expiry Date
Institutional Licensure	10 Jun 2022	15 Sep 2027
Diploma in Crime Scene	25 May 2021	19 May 2025
Bachelor of Science in Business Continuity Management	29 Mar 2020	(Renewal in process)
Higher Diploma in Business Continuity Management	29 Mar 2020	(Renewal in process)
Associate in Business Continuity Management	29 Mar 2020	(Renewal in process)
Bachelor of Science in Integrated Emergency Management	29 Mar 2020	(Renewal in process)
Higher Diploma in Integrated Emergency Management	29 Mar 2020	(Renewal in process)
Associate in Integrated Emergency Management	29 Mar 2020	(Renewal in process)
Bachelor of Science in Policing and Security	25 May 2021	01 Sep 2025
Higher Diploma in Policing and Security	25 May 2021	01 Sep 2025
Associate in Policing and Security	25 May 2021	01 Sep 2025
Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security	15 Apr 2018	(Renewal in process)
Associate in Homeland Security	15 Apr 2018	(Renewal in process)
Bachelor of Science in Defence and Security	14 Oct 2022	15 Jun 2027
Master of Science in Intelligence Analysis	03 Jul 2023	07 Aug 2027
Master of Science in Policing and Security Leadership	01 Apr 2019	(valid until graduation of 2 cohorts)
Master of Science in Systems Engineering Specialising in Defence	26 Jul 2022	15 Jun 2025

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