Our Businesses

We operate market-leading institutions across two key segments, Higher Education and Special Needs Education and Care (SEC). With operations in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, we actively contribute to the realization of national growth strategies, including KSA’s VISION2030 and the UAE’s National Strategy for Higher Education 2030. Our education institutions invest in, create, and provide access to knowledge and practical life experiences designed to foster personal growth, ethical understanding, and the versatility needed to manage future challenges. Through our highly regarded institutions in the region, Almasar Alshamil Education has grown to become the largest private provider of Higher Education in the UAE and the top Special Needs Education and Care (SEC) provider in Saudi Arabia. We serve ca. 28,000 students and beneficiaries, operating across 39 special education and care centers, 14 special education and care schools and 3 universities (with seven campuses) and three clinics.

Higher Education

We are the leading private Higher Education provider in the UAE, comprising the largest private university in Dubai, Middlesex University Dubai, and the largest private tertiary education group in Abu Dhabi, NEMA Holding, which operates Abu Dhabi University, and Liwa University. Through our three universities, which offer undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses, MBA’s and vocational training, we proudly serve our students, providing diverse, high-quality education experiences. Our higher education offering provides access to elevated knowledge and life experiences designed to foster personal growth, ethical understanding, and the versatility needed to manage future challenges.

Special Needs Education and Care (SEC)

Special Needs Education and Care (SEC), which is critically important to support the healthy development of impacted individuals and maximize outcomes for beneficiaries, remains underserved in the region. Addressing this gap, Almasar Alshamil Education has become a SEC pioneer in the region through Human Development Company (HDC), the largest private SEC provider in Saudi Arabia. Our SEC business segment operates 39 Special Education and Care Centers, 14 Special Education and Care Schools and 3 Clinics. Collectively, we serve more than 7,950 beneficiaries across eight provinces in KSA. Through our nurturing SEC mission, we ensure those under our care are well-equipped to meet future needs with resilience and enthusiasm.