Emkan Education, a leading education consultancy company in Saudi Arabia, has announced the official spin-off of its Cambridge Associate department into a new company, Stellar. This strategic move will allow each organization to sharpen its focus on core competencies, giving Stellar a dedicated platform to drive growth in the assessment and professional development field.
In 2017, Emkan Education entered into a strategic partnership with Cambridge International Education, the world’s largest provider of international education qualifications and part of the University of Cambridge. As a Cambridge Associate, Emkan Education has served as a crucial link between Cambridge and individual schools in order to deliver qualifications, administer external high-risk examinations and a variety of professional development services to drive the growth of Cambridge programs and qualifications in Saudi Arabia.
The growth of private schooling in Saudi Arabia, along with the rise in demand for internationally recognized qualifications like those from Cambridge, has been a central focus in advancing the nation’s educational goals under Saudi Vision 2030.
Vision 2030 has prioritized elevating the quality of education, diversifying educational offerings, and preparing students for global competitiveness — objectives that align closely with the introduction of Cambridge qualifications and the expansion of private, international-standard schooling in Saudi Arabia. With the launch of Stellar, Emkan Education aims to create a more agile, specialized entity to meet the evolving needs of schools, students, and education stakeholders. This transition allows Stellar to intensify its focus on delivering Cambridge Education’s renowned programs, alongside its own tailored assessment solutions, reinforcing its commitment to educational excellence.
“Stellar represents a renewed commitment to empowering learners and delivering top-tier educational solutions,” said Basma Bushnak, CEO of Emkan Education. “We look forward to seeing Stellar succeed as an independent entity, building on our shared vision with Cambridge to empower learners worldwide.”
“Emkan Education has been pivotal to the growth of Cambridge qualifications and our work in general within the education sector in Saudi Arabia,” said Waseem Al-Hanbali, regional director of international education at Cambridge, MENA. “During our seven-year relationship, Emkan has helped tens of thousands of students access a Cambridge education across the Kingdom, reaching some of the most remote parts of the country. The launch of Stellar represents a significant step in improving education outcomes for all students in Saudi Arabia. We look forward to continuing our relationship with Emkan under this new name and identity,” said Al-Hanbali.
Stellar’s operations will focus on further expanding access to Cambridge’s world-class curriculum and assessments, while continuing to cater to schools’ innovative solutions and support.
Emkan Education is dedicated to advancing learning outcomes through tailored programs, assessments, and resources. With a focus on quality and innovation, Emkan Education partners with global organizations to bring the best in educational tools and assessments to schools and learners. As a Cambridge Associate, it has served as a crucial link between Cambridge and individual schools in order to deliver qualifications, administration of external high-risk examinations and a variety of professional development services to drive the growth of Cambridge programs and qualifications in Saudi Arabia. Emkan has administered exams for over 8000+ learners, and delivered training sessions to empower more than 5,600 Cambridge school leaders and teachers. Moreover, 620+ leaders and teachers completed Cambridge Professional Development Qualifications. which entails that Emkan has been the largest provider of PDQs across the MENA region.
Stellar, newly formed from Emkan Education’s Cambridge Examinations division, is committed to providing world-class assessment and training solutions in partnership with Cambridge Education. Through innovative and reliable education services, Stellar empowers educational institutions through innovative and reliable assessments that foster both academic excellence, professional growth and globally competitive citizens.
Cambridge University Press and Assessment is part of the University of Cambridge. The International Education group works with schools worldwide to build an education that shapes knowledge, understanding and skills. Together with schools, Cambridge gives learners the confidence they need to thrive and make a positive impact in a changing world. Cambridge offers a globally trusted and flexible framework for education from age three to 19 (the Cambridge Pathway), informed by research, experience, and listening to educators.
Stellar team can be contacted at [email protected] and +966 56 815 6853.
