Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global Digital Polytechnic: Education
without Boundaries for Future-Ready Skills
AMMAN - HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, founder and chairman of Talal
Abu-Ghazaleh Global Digital (TAG.GD), officially launched the Talal
Abu-Ghazaleh Global Digital Polytechnic (TAG.GDP), today, August 19, 2026. The
virtual launch ceremony was attended by a host of academics, intellectuals,
media professionals, and technology experts across the Arab region and worldwide.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh stated that the TAG-Polytechnic represents a
"global project" in the field of education, inspired by his firm
belief that education is a fundamental human right that should not be
restricted by geography or nationality. He emphasized that the project was
launched in the digital sphere to be accessible to every individual worldwide.
He further affirmed that the TAG-Polytechnic reflects his
deep-rooted belief in the necessity of fundamentally transforming and making
radical changes to the current education system, especially in the Global
South, to ensure that future generations are capable of contributing to shaping
the future.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh went on to explain that the idea of establishing
TAG-Polytechnic dates back to 1995, when he was elected by the United Nations
as Chair of the UN Committee of Experts on Professional Qualifications and
Standards. Since then, he has relentlessly worked to develop an educational
model that meets aspirations of all people and advances the objectives promoted
by the United Nations in the field of education.
Furthermore, he noted that the TAG-Polytechnic is neither a
substitute for nor a competitor to traditional academic education; rather, it
is a parallel educational platform designed to bridge the gap between academic
outcomes and labor market requirements by focusing on practical and technical
skills alongside theoretical knowledge.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh pointed out that the “Knowledge Era” necessitates
a shift from traditional education; which relies on rote memorization and examinations,
toward a digital learning system that fosters creativity and innovation. This,
he said, is the core mission the TAG-Polytechnic aims to achieve.
Moreover, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh pointed out that the world is currently
experiencing a massive “knowledge revolution”, noting that the failure of
educational institutions to keep pace with this revolution is one of the major
reasons of unemployment.
Therefore, TAG-Polytechnic was established to equip graduates with
the scientific and practical skills necessary to compete in the labor market
and enter the world of knowledge with the highest levels of qualification and
training.
In the same context, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh stated that TAG-Polytechnic
project was launched from the Arab world in recognition of the region's
historical heritage, stating that the world’s first university was the
University of Al-Qarawiyyin. He also emphasized that TAG-Polytechnic is
dedicated to all humanity, coinciding with World Humanitarian Day, marked on August
19.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh further noted that the TAG-Polytechnic would make
knowledge accessible to individuals worldwide at the highest levels of quality
and efficiency, regardless of their location, while eliminating the burden and
cost of traveling to obtain high-quality education.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh announced that, even prior to
its official launch, the TAG-Polytechnic already consist of six colleges
offering 240 specialized programs in the knowledge economy. The number of
enrolled students had reached 250, while 52 students had graduated prior to the
project's official launch.
He added that the TAG-Polytechnic has already initiated
partnerships with various universities and educational institutions with the
aim of making its programs globally accessible while leveraging the academic
programs offered by partner universities. He stressed that the goal is not
competition, but rather qualifying students for the labor market of the
knowledge era.
Furthermore, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh said that the TAG-Polytechnic will
provide students and participants with the vast majority of the world's digital
education programs, making them accessible to anyone wishing to pursue their
education, graduate, and work digitally.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh emphasized that certain realities cannot be
ignored, including the fact that technology only moves forward and that
knowledge is the future of wealth creation, stressing that those who possess
the tools of knowledge, and most notably, Artificial Intelligence (AI), will be
the ones who dominate the job market.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh concluded by
stating that TAG-Polytechnic is the culmination of efforts dating back to 1995, leading to the
project’s launch in its present form.
It is worth
mentioning that the significance of this project lies not only in providing
high-quality education, but also in its commitment to developing students’
practical skills and enabling them to apply the knowledge they acquire in ways
that foster creativity.
The Polytechnic
places a strong emphasis on practical application and hands-on learning,
preparing individuals with the ability to innovate and lead change in
today’s knowledge-driven world.
One of
the key distinguishing features of the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global Digital
Polytechnic is its focus on preparing learners for the professions of the
future. Its programs are designed to enhance employment opportunities in
high-demand fields, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data
science, and digital transformation.
For more information about the programs and
services offered by the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global Digital Polytechnic, please
visit:
www.taggdp.global