GBS Malta Celebrates Its Inaugural Graduation Ceremony
It was a day of pride, joy and inspiration as GBS Malta hosted its first-ever graduation ceremony on Tuesday, 18th November, at the Dragonara Point Ballroom, Westin Dragonara Resort. The event marked a defining moment for the institution and its graduating class.
As the academic procession entered the ballroom, families, faculty and guests stood in applause – to celebrate the students who completed their academic journeys with GBS Malta. Among them, the largest group represented the MBA in Project Management pathway, an APM-accredited programme that continues to attract interest from working professionals in Malta and beyond.
“It reflects Malta’s evolution into a dynamic hub for high-quality education and high-quality career pathways. In a world that is shaped by rapid change, these skills place students at the forefront of opportunity. GBS Malta’s support for local initiatives in education, employability and social development shows a genuine commitment to our community,” speaking at the ceremony about the students’ achievements, Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela said.
The ceremony followed tradition with speeches, academic honours and a student vote of thanks. However, the atmosphere remained anything but formal – it was warm, personal and full of heart. Allen Lofaro, Director of Operations (Europe), captured the emotion of the day perfectly as he reflected on the collective journey of the graduates and the institution’s growing footprint in Malta’s education scene.
“I’m filled with pride to see students graduating today, knowing that they will go on to have an impact both here in Malta and around the world,” said Mr Lofaro.
“It is a really exciting time to be involved in education in Malta and we were delighted to have the Prime Minister’s support. Malta is increasingly able to attract and retain talented young people – they see a positive and long-term future in the country. This is helping to make Malta a hub for education, attracting ambitious students and institutions from around world,” Mr Lofaro continued.
“The Island’s knowledge economy is thriving, and we at GBS will continue to play our role in strengthening it. We have designed our curriculum to meet industry’s needs, particularly in high-tech and high-growth sectors. Today’s graduating cohort is the first of many and I can’t wait to see what the near future holds,” he concluded.
The event’s setting – the elegant Westin Dragonara Resort – echoed the occasion’s importance, with international guests, academic leaders and families coming together under one roof. Each handshake and photograph was accompanied by a shared sentiment: GBS Malta has arrived.
As part of the Global Education (GEDU) Network, which supports over 80,000 learners worldwide, GBS Malta continues to strengthen its local identity through global connections. Its new initiatives, upcoming collaborations and advanced learning spaces reflect a clear goal – to make quality higher education accessible and practical for Malta’s evolving workforce.
As the last notes of applause faded, one thing became apparent: this first graduation programme was not the end; it was just the beginning of a stronger, more connected academic community in Malta.