About us
Our Story
Founded with a vision to bridge cultures and advance knowledge across borders, The Arab Group for Higher Education was created to connect institutions, professionals, and learners within a global education ecosystem. We bring together a network of experts, academics, and industry leaders committed to driving innovation and elevating standards in higher education. Through consultancy, training, student recruitment, and digital education, we enable institutions to grow, adapt, and compete on a global stage. At the same time, we empower individuals with access to high-quality learning and international opportunities that unlock their potential and shape their future. Guided by a belief in education as a powerful force for transformation, we continue to build meaningful connections that advance knowledge, foster collaboration, and shape the future of learning.
Our Vision
Our vision is to position The Arab Group as a trusted global partner in consultancy, training, and digital education — connecting cultures, empowering learners, advancing knowledge, and driving innovation in shaping the future of learning worldwide.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide world-class consultancy, transformative training, and digital education solutions to learners, corporations, and universities worldwide — equipping them with the competencies, skills, and knowledge to adapt, innovate, and lead in a constantly changing world.
Our Core Values
At The Arab Group, our work is guided by a set of shared values that define who we are and how we operate:
Board of Experts
Professor Hashem Al-Shurafat
Professor Rana Daoud
Dr.Wesam Amer
Dr. Oussama Saoula
Dr.Noha Nijim
Dr. Maha Shehadeh
Dr. Hassan Ahmed
Dr. Ibrahim Taha Alajlouni
Dr.Ibrahim Abu-AlSondos
Executive Management Team
Ola Mohammad Reyad Sisalem , The Executive Administrative of the Arab Group for Higher Education, and Head of Consultancy, Training, and Digital Education in the Arab Group for Higher Education.
Ola Sisalem is the Executive Administrative of the Arab Group for Higher Education and Head of Consultancy, Training, and Digital Education. She is a multidisciplinary professional with expertise in digital marketing and banking operations.
She has strong experience in financial services, including sales, credit processes, transaction analysis, and employee training, combined with a strategic approach to digital communication and marketing. Ola holds an MBA and a Master’s degree in Digital Marketing, and is currently pursuing advanced studies in Developmental Economics. She is committed to advancing digital education and institutional development.
Layan Basel Baker
Executive Administrative and The Head of Student Recruitment Office in the Arab Group for Higher Education. Over a decade of experience in education, collaborating with leading international institutions to shape the future of learning
Kariman Bahjat alsaffadi
Executive Administrative at the Student Recruitment Office, in the Arab Group for Higher Education.
Kariman Bahjat AlSaffadi
kalsaffadi@gmail.com | 01281173573
Professional Summary
Entrepreneurship Consultant and Business Owner with experience in business strategy, operations
management, and customer relations. Skilled in supporting entrepreneurs and managing business
growth.
Experience
Entrepreneurship Consultant – Palestinian Businessmen Association (2023–Present)
* Strategic advisory • Market research • Business development
Founder & Owner – Caramella Sweets (2020–Present)
* Business operations • Product development • Customer relations
Public Relations Coordinator –
UNRWA (2017–2018)
* Customer support • Data management • Reporting
Kindergarten & English Teacher – American International School of Gaza (2010–2011)
* Lesson planning • Student assessment • Classroom management
Education
BBA in Business Administration (English Program) – Islamic University of Gaza (2006–2010)
Skills
Business Strategy • Project Management • Customer Relations • Problem Solving • Teamwork
Alyaa Nasseraldin Sami Abushaban
Executive Administrative for Consultancy, Training, and Digital Education
Alyaa is a leader in institutional quality and project management with a background in Industrial Engineering. She has a proven track record of guiding academic departments through international accreditation and managing complex, multi-national initiatives. At the Arab Group, she uses data-driven insights to design tailored digital education and consultancy solutions that help our partners thrive. Alyaa is committed to delivering high-value results that meet the specific needs of learners and institutions across the region.
Mahmoud N M Hewahi
Systems & Web Engineer,
Mahmoud Hewahi is a software engineering graduate from the University of Bahrain (2024). Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Computer Science at the University of Applied Sciences in Bahrain. participated in a prestigious AI Summer School program at Université Paris-Saclay in France in 2025, covering topics such as machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, NLP, and generative AI. Additionally, he completed a training course on leveraging the internet for business and income generation.