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Advancing Learning. Empowering Health.

The Institute of Learning (IoL) at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) is a transdisciplinary hub for innovation in health professions education, simulation-based learning, workforce development, and digital transformation. We empower learners, educators, and organizations to thrive in a rapidly evolving health system through a commitment to evidence-informed, technology-enabled, and system-wide learning.

Our Senior Director

Professor Nabil Zary

Our Mission is to lead the transformation of health professions education by creating learning environments that are innovative, inclusive, and impactful—bridging education, research, and practice to improve health outcomes.

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Explore our growing library of online courses, simulations, and professional certificates—designed by experts and accessible worldwide.

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Research & Innovation

Our faculty lead research in learning sciences, assessment, simulation, and digital pedagogy—contributing to MBRU’s vision of becoming a global reference in health education.

Our Structure

The Institute of Learning is composed of four integrated departments, each advancing excellence in its domain while contributing to a unified vision of lifelong learning and system development.

Health Professions Education

Empowering the next generation of health professionals through rigorous academic programs and faculty development.

Focus areas:

• Postgraduate diplomas, master’s, and certificate programs in health professions education
• Faculty development and educational scholarship
• Curriculum design, assessment innovation, and education research

Healthcare Simulation

Immersive, high-fidelity training that elevates clinical competence and teamwork.

Centers:

• Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor Medical Simulation Center (KHMSC)
• Center for Advanced Surgical Education (CASE)

Offerings:

• Simulation-based medical and surgical education
• Interprofessional and crisis management training
• Surgical skills development and performance assessment

Organizational Learning

Building a culture of learning across MBRU and its partners through leadership development and employee growth.

Key initiatives:

• Learning and development programs for all employees
• Leadership pathways and executive education
• Distributed campus learning strategy and capability-building

Senior Director’s Office

Driving strategic innovation and cross-cutting services that support educational excellence across departments.

Functions:

• Center for Outcomes and Research in Education (CORE)
• Digital Learning Lab – creators of MBRU Learn and digital microcredentials
• Continuing Medical Education (CME)/Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Exam Center – secure and high-stakes assessment design and delivery

Let’s Collaborate

Whether you’re an educator, healthcare provider, organization, or student—we invite you to partner with IoL in building the future of learning and health.
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