Dr. Sujith Jayaprakash is a distinguished academic leader, technologist, and visionary strategist in higher education, currently serving as Professor and Associate Vice President (Academics) at BIGNxt, UAE. With over a decade of rich experience across teaching, academic administration, and institutional leadership.

Dr. Jayaprakash has held prominent academic leadership positions, including Rector of a prominent University College in Accra, Ghana, and a senior leadership role at BIG Academy, Saudi Arabia. He holds a PhD in Computer Science, as well as advanced certifications in Generative Artificial Intelligence from Illinois University, USA, and Design Thinking from Stanford University.

His research focuses on Natural Language Processing (NLP), especially low-resource languages, and the intersections of AI, digital pedagogy, and education transformation. A recognized thought leader, he has driven global education initiatives and partnerships, advancing student mobility and employability. His insights on the future of education and leadership make him a sought-after international speaker.