City University Ajman is an institution of higher education, licensed by the Ministry of Education – Higher Education Affairs in the United Arab Emirates. CU is a part of R Education and Academic Development (READ), it ventured into the education sector in 2012 with the inception of CU and advanced its contribution to education with the inauguration of City School in 2017. READ is a subsidiary of R Holding which focuses on education and aims to establish educational institutions within the Northern Emirates that will positively contribute to the advancement of the UAE by producing students of acknowledged quality. City University Ajman provides a holistic learning environment that fosters research, innovation, and personal growth. It provides students with the knowledge, opportunity, and support needed to enable them to achieve their individual aspirations, make a positive contribution to the society, and become leaders in their respective fields. The University is also one of the few institutions in the GCC that has a membership with the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) – an organization based in Washington DC, which provides students with an opportunity to study abroad at more than 300 universities around the world under its student exchange program. Also, CU is a member of AACSB International (AACSB), which connects educators, students, and business to achieve a common goal: improve the quality of business education around the world. CU holds a diverse student and faculty body, with over 50 nationalities represented on campus. The college aims to prepare students for the global market by providing an international, holistic learning experience and environment.