In a milestone that reflects its leadership in technical and digital education, the German Jordanian University (GJU), represented by the Deanship of Innovation, Technology Transfer, and Entrepreneurship, celebrated the graduation of the first cohort of students from the “Amazon Academy” program. This program is part of the “Youth, Technology, and Jobs” initiative, implemented by the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship. GJU is now the first Jordanian university whose students have officially graduated from this global program, which aims to equip Jordanian youth with essential digital skills for the labor market, thereby supporting the path of sustainable economic development.
This graduation marks the outcome of a strategic partnership between the university and the Ministry, underscoring GJU’s commitment to digital transformation and enhancing its educational and technical capacities.
In his speech during the ceremony, GJU President Prof. Aladdin Al-Halhouli emphasized that this achievement highlights the university’s dedication to promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital skills, in alignment with global trends in self-directed and lifelong learning. He noted that the program strengthens the university’s position and reflects its excellence in applied education, contributing to the preparation of a new generation of leaders capable of creating positive change in their communities and advancing national economic growth in line with the Economic Modernization Vision.
Dr. Abdullah Al-Fararjeh spoke about the project’s importance in developing youth’s technical skills and highlighted plans to expand the program to include specialized digital certifications from global companies such as Microsoft and Oracle. He also expressed pride in the students’ achievements and stressed the need to continue investing in digital education.
For her part, Ms. Ameera Qarqash, Project Director at the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, praised GJU’s pioneering role in adopting digital initiatives. She confirmed that GJU was the first among national universities to implement this program and had set a model for transforming vision into reality by enabling its students to access global educational and technological platforms. She emphasized that this collaboration represents a genuine partnership with youth in shaping the future.
At the end of the ceremony, certificates were distributed to the graduating students, and their experiences in the program were shared, showcasing the technical skills and knowledge they acquired that will enhance their employability in the job market.