{"id":21396,"date":"2025-04-15T17:46:55","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T10:46:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=21396"},"modified":"2025-04-15T17:46:55","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T10:46:55","slug":"professor-mohammad-dastbaz-appointed-as-ceo-of-mla-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=21396","title":{"rendered":"Professor Mohammad Dastbaz Appointed as CEO of MLA College"},"content":{"rendered":"

LONDON<\/span><\/span>, April 15, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ —\u00a0The MLA College Board is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Mohammad Dastbaz<\/span> as its new Chief Executive Officer and Principal.<\/p>\n

\"Professor<\/a>
Professor Mohammad Dastbaz<\/span> <\/div>\n

\u00a0<\/p>\n

Professor Dastbaz joins MLA College from the University of Suffolk<\/span>, where he held the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor. With a distinguished career in higher education leadership, he brings a wealth of experience and a strong track record of advancing academic innovation, digital learning, and internationalisation.<\/p>\n

His academic expertise lies in computing, and he holds a PhD in the Design, Development and Evaluation of Multimedia Systems. He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute for IT (The British Computer Society) and has consistently demonstrated a passion for the integration of technology, sustainability and education throughout his career. Prior to his role at the University of Suffolk<\/span>, he served as Dean of the School of Computing, Information Technology and Engineering at the University of East London<\/span>, and later as Dean and Pro Vice-Chancellor at Leeds Beckett University.<\/p>\n

Commenting on his appointment, Professor Dastbaz said:<\/p>\n

“I am delighted to be joining MLA College, a unique and prestigious higher education institution, a key partner of United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and CIFAL City of London, at such an exciting time in its journey. MLA has a strong reputation for innovation in education, particularly in the maritime and environmental sustainability sectors. I look forward to working with staff, students, and partners to further strengthen that reputation and guide MLA College into its next chapter.”<\/p>\n

In addition to his academic leadership, Professor Dastbaz is a widely published author. His publications reflect his commitment to sustainable innovation and include titles such as Green Information Technology: A Sustainable Approach, Industry 4.0 and Engineering for a Sustainable Future, Technology for Smart Futures, Challenges of Urbanisation, and Social Sustainability.<\/p>\n

Professor John Chudley<\/span>, Rector of MLA College and Chair of the UK Engineering Council, offered a warm welcome:<\/p>\n

“Professor Dastbaz’s appointment marks a significant milestone in the evolution of MLA College. His leadership experience and academic vision will play a vital role in shaping our future; especially as we work toward university status. I am personally delighted to welcome him on board and look forward to the contributions he will undoubtedly make to our community.”<\/p>\n

Mr Chris Gaunt OBE, Chair of the MLA College Board, added a strategic perspective:<\/p>\n

“On behalf of the Board, I am pleased to welcome Professor Dastbaz to MLA College. His broad expertise in education, innovation, and sustainability aligns perfectly with our long-term goals. We are confident that his leadership will guide us with clarity and purpose as we embark on this next exciting chapter.”<\/p>\n

With this appointment, MLA College reinforces its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and academic excellence as it continues its mission to deliver high-quality, flexible education to learners around the world.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

<\/p>\n

LONDON<\/span><\/span>, April 15, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ —\u00a0The MLA College Board is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Mohammad Dastbaz<\/span> as its new Chief Executive Officer and Principal.<\/p>\n

\"Professor<\/a>
Professor Mohammad Dastbaz<\/span> <\/div>\n

\u00a0<\/p>\n

Professor Dastbaz joins MLA College from the University of Suffolk<\/span>, where he held the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor. With a distinguished career in higher education leadership, he brings a wealth of experience and a strong track record of advancing academic innovation, digital learning, and internationalisation.<\/p>\n

His academic expertise lies in computing, and he holds a PhD in the Design, Development and Evaluation of Multimedia Systems. He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute for IT (The British Computer Society) and has consistently demonstrated a passion for the integration of technology, sustainability and education throughout his career. Prior to his role at the University of Suffolk<\/span>, he served as Dean of the School of Computing, Information Technology and Engineering at the University of East London<\/span>, and later as Dean and Pro Vice-Chancellor at Leeds Beckett University.<\/p>\n

Commenting on his appointment, Professor Dastbaz said:<\/p>\n

“I am delighted to be joining MLA College, a unique and prestigious higher education institution, a key partner of United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and CIFAL City of London, at such an exciting time in its journey. MLA has a strong reputation for innovation in education, particularly in the maritime and environmental sustainability sectors. I look forward to working with staff, students, and partners to further strengthen that reputation and guide MLA College into its next chapter.”<\/p>\n

In addition to his academic leadership, Professor Dastbaz is a widely published author. His publications reflect his commitment to sustainable innovation and include titles such as Green Information Technology: A Sustainable Approach, Industry 4.0 and Engineering for a Sustainable Future, Technology for Smart Futures, Challenges of Urbanisation, and Social Sustainability.<\/p>\n

Professor John Chudley<\/span>, Rector of MLA College and Chair of the UK Engineering Council, offered a warm welcome:<\/p>\n

“Professor Dastbaz’s appointment marks a significant milestone in the evolution of MLA College. His leadership experience and academic vision will play a vital role in shaping our future; especially as we work toward university status. I am personally delighted to welcome him on board and look forward to the contributions he will undoubtedly make to our community.”<\/p>\n

Mr Chris Gaunt OBE, Chair of the MLA College Board, added a strategic perspective:<\/p>\n

“On behalf of the Board, I am pleased to welcome Professor Dastbaz to MLA College. His broad expertise in education, innovation, and sustainability aligns perfectly with our long-term goals. We are confident that his leadership will guide us with clarity and purpose as we embark on this next exciting chapter.”<\/p>\n

With this appointment, MLA College reinforces its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and academic excellence as it continues its mission to deliver high-quality, flexible education to learners around the world.<\/p>\n

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