| Executive Excellence Program
Advancing Sustainability through Computer Vision and AI for Smart Cities
14 -16 August 2025
9:30am to 1:00pm
An industry-recognised training certification from Cisco and IEEE CIS | Limited Seats Available
Free 3-Day Program
Curtin University Dubai, in collaboration with the IEEE Computational Intelligence Society, proudly presents the Executive Excellence Program. A three-day, future-forward initiative designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools to drive sustainable transformation through AI and computer vision.
This intensive learning experience blends technical expertise, visionary leadership, and interdisciplinary innovation, concluding in a high-impact Executive Roundtable with industry leading voices shaping the future of technology and sustainability.
Whether you’re an emerging professional or a seasoned leader, this program is your next step into the digital sustainability movement.
| Program schedule
Time |
Event |
Facilitator |
|---|---|---|
9:00am to 9:40am |
Registration |
|
9:40am to 9:45am |
Welcome Address |
Dr Bilal Siddiqi |
9:45am to 10:45am |
Introduction to Computer Vision and AI |
Dr Thirumurugan Shanmugam |
10:45am to 11:00am |
Coffee Break |
|
11:00am to 1:00pm |
CISCO Certification: Modern AI |
Dr Thirumurugan Shanmugam |
Time |
Event |
Facilitator |
|---|---|---|
09.00 am - 10.30 am |
Power Predictive Analytics: IoT and AI for Smart Cities |
Mr Zineddine Haitaamar |
10.30 am - 11.30 am |
Tuning to the Symphony of the Built Environment: Composition, Impact, and the Quest for Deeper Sustainability |
Dr Eman Ismail Abdellatif |
11.30 am - 11.45 am |
Coffee Break |
|
11.45 am - 12:45 pm |
The Role of Intelligent Technologies in Building Sustainable Smart Cities and Circular Economies |
Professor Chithirai Pon Selvan |
Time |
Event |
Facilitator |
|---|---|---|
8:30am to 10:00am |
Registration & Networking Breakfast |
|
10:00am to 10:15am |
Welcome Address |
Professor Ammar Kaka |
10:15am to 10:45am |
Keynote Address |
Dr Hoda Alkhzaimi |
10:45am to 11:15am |
Executive Roundtable Themes: Overview |
Professor Chithirai Pon Selvan |
11:15am to 12:45pm |
Theme-focused Roundtable Conversations Moderated by The Discussions Will Cover Five Themes:
Theme 1: |
|
12:45pm to 1:00pm |
Vote of Thanks |
Dr Bilal Siddiqi |
1:00pm to 2:00pm |
Lunch and Networking |
| Program guide
Our sessions and roundtables explore some of the most pressing challenges and innovations at the intersection of technology and sustainability:
- AI and Cybersecurity as Enablers of Climate Action
- Smart Tech for Natural Resource Management
- Sustainable Energy and Materials: The Digital Frontier
- Intelligent Systems for Biodiversity Protection
- Educating for Digital Sustainability: Building Tomorrow's Talent
- Gain industry-recognised certification from IEEE CIS
- Learn from global experts in AI, cybersecurity, and sustainability
- Expand your network through peer and professional connections
- Walk away with insights, skills, and ideas to lead sustainable innovation
- A 3-year recognised Bachelor degree in Information Technology or Computational Science or Engineering with a minimum of 2 years relevant work experience OR
- A 4-year degree in Information Technology or Computational Science or Engineering.
| Key speakers & experts
Dr Thirumurugan Shanmugam
College of Computing
UTAS, Oman
Mr Zineddine Haitaamar
Regional Solutions Architect
Software AG
Dr Eman Ismail Abdellatif
Professor
Newgiza University | Emirates Green Building Council
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