First and foremost, I would like to welcome all of you to Asia e University.
The university was established in 2007 with the goal to provide quality education that are affordable and beneficial to the global community.
It gives me great pleasure to extend a warm welcome to all our learners, partners, alumni, and future learners of Asia e University (AeU). AeU is an institution founded through the support of the Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD) with a strategic focus on human capital development. At AeU, learning knows no boundaries. Since our founding in 2007, we have been committed to making higher education flexible, accessible, and transformative, empowering professionals and lifelong learners across Asia and beyond.
Over the past years since AeU’s inception, we have shaped the futures of nearly 30,000 local and international graduates from over 80 countries worldwide. Our alumni include numerous high-profile and credible individuals who have made significant contributions in public service and corporate leadership. Notable among them are Dr. David Richard Namwandi, Former Minister of Education Namibia, Dr. Abdulla Rasheed Ahmed, Minister of State for Education Maldives, YBhg. Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Syed Hamid Syed Jaafar Albar, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Malaysia, YBhg. Datuk Seri Dr. Noraini Ahmad, Former Minister of Higher Education Malaysia, YBhg. Datuk Seri Dr. Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor, Former Minister of Federal Territory and YBhg. Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman, President of Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF). Our alumni community stands as a testament to AeU’s mission in shaping leaders who make a difference in their respective fields and communities.
As a pioneer in experiential learning, AeU leads the way with the innovative Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) pathways, turning real-world experience into recognized academic qualifications at Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate levels. This opens opportunities for professionals to advance their careers, enrich their knowledge, and shape a better future without putting life and career on hold. We’ve also introduced Micro-credential programmes that offer flexible, stackable pathways toward recognised degrees, giving learners greater control and relevance in their academic journey. This approach has opened doors for aspiring individuals to achieve their educational ambitions while balancing professional and personal commitments.
Our distinct edge is in bridging academia and industry. Through strong collaborations with leading corporate and public sector partners, AeU designs innovative curricula and future skills pathways, ensuring that knowledge ad competencies are deeply relevant to evolving global needs. We value strong partnerships with industry as a cornerstone of relevant and transformative education. One of the ways we honour this connection is through the Professor of Practice (P.O.P) title, which recognises individuals who bring real-world impact into academic dialogue. We have recognised distinguished professionals from diverse fields namely green technology, marketing, corporate leadership, law and enforcement, and hospitality and tourism.
As we look to the future, I believe AeU will continue to nurture talents who are not only skilled, but also driven by purpose. We believe that education should be inclusive, transformative and borderless. Together, we will continue to embrace innovation, strengthen our academic excellence, and uphold the values that position AeU as a university of choice for professionals seeking to change their lives and contribute meaningfully to society.
Over the past years since AeU’s inception, we have shaped the futures of nearly 30,000 local and international graduates from over 80 countries worldwide. Our alumni include numerous high-profile and credible individuals who have made significant contributions in public service and corporate leadership. Notable among them are Dr. David Richard Namwandi, Former Minister of Education Namibia, Dr. Abdulla Rasheed Ahmed, Minister of State for Education Maldives, YBhg. Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Syed Hamid Syed Jaafar Albar, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Malaysia, YBhg. Datuk Seri Dr. Noraini Ahmad, Former Minister of Higher Education Malaysia, YBhg. Datuk Seri Dr. Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor, Former Minister of Federal Territory and YBhg. Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman, President of Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF). Our alumni community stands as a testament to AeU’s mission in shaping leaders who make a difference in their respective fields and communities.
As a pioneer in experiential learning, AeU leads the way with the innovative Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) pathways, turning real-world experience into recognized academic qualifications at Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate levels. This opens opportunities for professionals to advance their careers, enrich their knowledge, and shape a better future without putting life and career on hold. We’ve also introduced Micro-credential programmes that offer flexible, stackable pathways toward recognised degrees, giving learners greater control and relevance in their academic journey. This approach has opened doors for aspiring individuals to achieve their educational ambitions while balancing professional and personal commitments.
Our distinct edge is in bridging academia and industry. Through strong collaborations with leading corporate and public sector partners, AeU designs innovative curricula and future skills pathways, ensuring that knowledge ad competencies are deeply relevant to evolving global needs. We value strong partnerships with industry as a cornerstone of relevant and transformative education. One of the ways we honour this connection is through the Professor of Practice (P.O.P) title, which recognises individuals who bring real-world impact into academic dialogue. We have recognised distinguished professionals from diverse fields namely green technology, marketing, corporate leadership, law and enforcement, and hospitality and tourism.
As we look to the future, I believe AeU will continue to nurture talents who are not only skilled, but also driven by purpose. We believe that education should be inclusive, transformative and borderless. Together, we will continue to embrace innovation, strengthen our academic excellence, and uphold the values that position AeU as a university of choice for professionals seeking to change their lives and contribute meaningfully to society.
PROFESSOR DR NOOR RAIHAN AB HAMID
Vice Chancellor
Vice Chancellor
