IGI, International Gemological Institute was established 1975 in Antwerp, Belgium. Today IGI has 21 Gemology Laboratories & Education facilities across the world in North America, Europe & Asia The Dubai operations began in 1999 and today IGI is expanding soon across the region into Egypt & Turkey IGI is the only gemology laboratory to certify the entire spectrum of precious stone- Diamonds, Gemstones & Jewelry both in Natural & Laboratory Grown origins. In Gemology Education, IGI offers in-depth short courses in Rough & Polish Diamonds, Gemstones, Jewelry Design, Merchandising and Retail Professional Training Programs. Every year, thousands of students and industry professionals learn about the magical world of gemology & jewelry and make their mark in this truly global democratic industry