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About StEPS

Empowering Academic and Professional Success since 1998

Welcome to StEPS, your trusted educational consultant, career coach, and study abroad counselor. We are committed to providing independent career coaching to students and professionals, as well as dedicated admissions counseling for applicants to our partner universities.

We empower you to achieve academic and professional success.

With over 25 years of expertise, our internationally qualified team supports you every step of the way.

Our Services

StEPS2Uni

Embrace Your Higher Education Journey with StEPS2Uni! Our tailored packages and personal consultations for partner and non-partner university admissions are here to support and guide aspiring students toward university success.

Whether you’re a high school student exploring options or a mature learner pursuing new opportunities, StEPS2Uni offers the tools and resources to help you reach your full potential.

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StEPS2Success

Our career development approach is centered on empowering individuals to confidently achieve success.

Through personalized coaching tailored to your skills and expertise, we provide a transformative professional growth experience. Whether you’re a recent graduate seeking your first role or an experienced professional aiming to advance or pivot, StEPS2Success offers customized coaching to enhance your profile and help you reach your goals.

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What People Say

We had a great experience with StEPS UAE. They offered us a free initial consultation, which was very helpful in guiding us through our university search. The advisor, Mrs. Saima, was knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely interested in understanding my teen’s strengths and aspirations. We left the session feeling more confident and clear about the next steps.
Noha Z.
Noha Z.Parent
Excellent session, very organised, detailed and informative with time for questions.Thank you so much.
Yousra Ismail
Yousra IsmailParent
It was a wonderful experience to interact with Ms. Saima. She made me explore my mind and my career choices while I was looking to resume my career. She has way to guiding you towards pathways you couldn’t see yourself.
Muna Mahmood
Muna MahmoodParent
I would highly recommend Mrs Saima’s company Steps UAE.I had a very productive and enjoyable consultation session with Mrs Saima, she offered it for free and took her time to answer so many questions I had. Mrs Saima is a joy to speak with, she not only has the professional experience, but also as a mother herself has successfully seen her children through to prestigious universities Mrs Saima is really focused on what is best for the child, she is very child centered, and really gives honest and effective advice that helps empower the child holistically. My child is still too young to begin academic counseling but once my child is old enough I will definitely reach out to Steps UAE and Mrs Saima again
Najla Faisal Al Awadhi
Najla Faisal Al AwadhiParent
Steps has been an incredible support to my university application process. They helped me through my personal statement, entrance tests and my university choices. The one to one guidance, regular sessions and seminars aided in my understanding of this tedious journey.
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Educational Consultants

Do you dream of studying abroad? Look no further! StEPS is your all-in-one education advisor for international studies. With over 25 years of experience, we are the trusted partner for top UK universities, offering expert advice, valuable resources, and personalized support.

Our team is committed to helping you explore study abroad options and turn your overseas education dreams into reality.

Career Coaching

At StEPS, we surpass traditional education consulting. With a solid background in English Language Teaching from the UK, as well as extensive experience in career development, training, coaching, and mentoring, we offer specialized career guidance for professionals.

Whether you’re a student exploring options or a seasoned professional seeking direction, our dedicated team is committed to supporting your success through individual and group career coaching, mentoring and training.

For Students
  • Map out your journey: Find the perfect study abroad program.
  • Highlight your strengths: Write compelling university essays and Personal Statements.
  • Build successful applications: Obtain scholarships and secure university admissions.
  • Explore new opportunities: Enjoy smooth visa processes and pre-departure support. 
  • Rely on us as your trusted partner to help you achieve your academic and career aspirations.
For Professionals

  • Fuel your passion: Our expert coaching helps you navigate your dream career.

  • Understand the market: We specialize in enhancing resumes and LinkedIn profiles. Whether you’re a recent graduate, a senior professional, or aiming to pivot careers, our tailored placement and outplacement coaching will help you create ATS-compliant CVs and achieve your goals.

  • Return-to-Work Coaching: If you’re re-entering the workforce after a career break, book a private session with our DiSC Coach and How Women Rise mentor for personalized guidance.

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Why Choose Us

Overseas Educational Consultants in Dubai & Pakistan

We help students attain their dream of studying abroad by providing them with tailored solutions to their unique cases.

  • We help you unlock the key to your dream universities.
  • Our experts guide you through the application application journey, supporting you at every step.
  • We connect you with the right institutions that align with your interests, dreams, and aspirations, helping you achieve your career goals.
  • We identify your strengths, passions, and ambitions, equipping you with the tools to succeed professionally.
  • Our guidance nurtures and develops your skills, transforming them into talents that make a lasting impression.
  • We provide valuable interview tips and assist in crafting a standout CV and Personal Statement that shine brightly.

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Anum Fatima

Anum has Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Human Resource Management. She studied Business Communication at Harvard Summer School and won the Dean’s Grand Prize. She is an experienced Human Resources Professional with 10+ years of experience. Her expertise includes foreign relations, project management, business communications, and team building, which she acquired both domestically and abroad. Recruitment and Selection, Employee Engagement, Performance Appraisal, and Leaning and Development are among the specific functions she has been working in. Anum supports the Dubai operations at StEPS for student and professional development.

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Nir Mathur

Nir, a medical student at King’s College London, brings over three years of experience guiding students through the medical school admissions process, exam preparation, and interview/MMI preparation. Having successfully secured offers from medical schools in Ireland, Australia, the UK, and Singapore, He is well-versed in the requirements and intricacies of these regions’ application processes. His structured, relatable, and engaging teaching style makes complex concepts accessible and interesting. Managing medical school admissions and exam preparation at StEPS, Nir leverages this firsthand experience and teaching approach to provide tailored guidance and support to aspiring medical students worldwide.

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Amna Khawar

Amna is a bilingual Montessori trained Learning Specialist with over 10 years of experience at Dubai International Academy.

A Parent Ambassador for the prestigious Loughborough University, Amna will be supporting StEPS students and parents with their education planning.

Working in the Special Needs Department she has contributed to the positive development and wellbeing of students with learning difficulties and lower level abilities in group and 1-1 settings inside and outside the classroom through multiple evidence based interventions.

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Nor Fadilah

Senior Consultant

Nor is an MBA graduate from Malaysia, with a specialization in digital marketing. She has ten years of experience in education and student services management in South and Southeast Asia, including a focus on mental health and well-being. She manages postgraduate applications for StEPS and leads business development and partnership initiatives to drive strategic growth and build valuable connections.

Shayan Fareed

Shayan Fareed

Undergraduate Ambassador

Shayan Fareed is an Undergraduate Ambassador for StEPS who recently graduated from Warwick Business School with a BSC in Management. Prior to that, he completed his A Levels at the prestigious Aitchison College. During his time at the University of Warwick, Shayan cherished the vibrant campus life and considered it his home for the past three years, leaving behind fond memories as he moves on to new endeavors.

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Faiza Omer

Communication Coordinator
Faiza Omer has a Masters in Finance from Punjab University and extensive experience in working across a variety of functional roles. Having been part of the StEPS team for the last three years, Faiza manages the company’s HR for Pakistan and the UAE and also supports with operations. She is skilled in managing internal and external stakeholder engagement and has received several certificates and awards, demonstrating her proficiency in teamwork, customer service, and administrative expertise. Prior to joining StEPS, Faiza worked at DNATA Emirates Group in Dubai providing passenger services and coordinating flight operations.

Misbah Fehmi​

Misbah has long been guiding parents and students on higher education application processes, entry requirements, subject selection, and extra curricular activites for university admissions.

We are delighted to have her support Team StEPS to share her expertise for North American university applications.

In addition for her passion for guiding students and parents, she brings valuable cross sectoral experience in writing for impact, human resource, talent acquisition, recruitment consultancy, advertising and marketing.

Wasim Hashmi Syed

Wasim Hashmi Syed

Senior Advisor

Mr Wasim Hashmi Syed has over twenty years of visionary experience in initiating and leading educational.

Mr Wasim Hashmi Syed, Senior Advisor, Professional Development and Transnational Education.Mr Wasim Hashmi Syed has over twenty years of visionary experience in initiating and leading educational initiatives with tangible outcomes, creating international linkages, and providing development opportunities for Pakistani youth under the country’s vision 2025. He has been involved in various government and foreign-funded projects, including monitoring research and development projects in IT and engineering.

As an Advisor and Consultant at the Higher Education Commission (HEC), he managed programs aimed at increasing the number of PhD faculty, providing scholarships for students, and fostering collaboration with foreign universities. Additionally, he oversaw the monitoring of research and development projects and played a key role in policy development for higher education institutions. He established collaboration with  more than 30 international foreign universities and organizations. He played a significant role in launching and overseeing scholarship programs and initiatives related to information and communication technology.

He also served as an Advisor International Linkages at Pak-Austria Fachhochschule Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology Haripur, he had engaged in obtaining charter for Institute from HEC and PEC.

In his role as General Manager Monitoring/Projects at the National ICT R&D Funds (IGNITE), he monitored numerous technical projects funded by academia and local industry.

Mr. Hashmi obtained his Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from University of Engineering Technology Lahore. He also holds MS in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management, from the University of Louisville Kentucky USA, and a Ph.D. (in progress) in Transport Engineering University of Hasselt Belgium.

Tazkia Abbas

Tazkia is an enterprising management professional with diverse transferable skills developed over 17 years of working in the UK and Pakistan in diplomatic and trade missions, education sector, non-profit and community organisations, service and retail industries.

She is part-ACA qualified, holds an MSc in International Accounting & Finance (Bayes Business School, UK), and a BSc (Hons) in Management (City St. George’s, University of London).

Tazkia has been through the British educational system from primary all the way until higher education so is well placed to offer advice with regards to studying, living and working in the UK.

She enjoys working with children and young adults with the aim of assisting them to be the best version of themselves. In her spare time she runs a book club for adults and organises activity classes for children. She is KHDA (UAE) and TQUK (UK) qualified.

Saima Asghar

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Saima is a TESOL qualified Warwick Alumna, with over 25 years of experience in student counseling, mentoring, teaching, teacher training, and English language assessment.

She has been representing her alma mater for international student admissions since 1998, and has successfully supported thousands of students with their academic development, university admissions and scholarship applications globally through educational guidance counseling, professional mentoring and career coaching.

As a certified DiSC and ‘How Women Rise’ coach, she also supports the learning and development of professionals to bring about workplace improvements through transferable skills development, behavioral change, and individual profile building for successful career growth.

Saima is a British Council trained and certified IELTS professional for British Council Dubai, Senior Consultant with Global Management Consultants UAE, Education Coordinator for BNI Konnectors in Dubai, and a member of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) of Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital in Pakistan.

Her previous experiences include teaching students and training professionals for prestigious institutions and organizations like The University of Warwick, Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), Kinnaird College for Women, Virtual University of Pakistan, Lahore College for Women University (LCWU), Ali Institute of Education, Punjab Judicial Academy and The Ameliorate Group.

With extensive experience in education management and administration, Saima has been the Founding Director for the Directorate of Faculty Development & Internationalisation (DFDI) at LCWU, and successfully launched a Faculty Development Centre as well as Pakistan’s first university-level mandatory Citizenship programme in collaboration with the British Council. She was thus responsible for supporting the enhancement of teaching and research capability of Asia’s largest women’s university, creating linkages with local and international partners, enabling students in social entrepreneurship projects, and raising the university profile on an international academic platform.