Official MDIS Letter Confirms Gibran Earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from the University of Bradford
JAKARTA — Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) has confirmed that Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka was a full-time student at the institution from 2007 to 2010.
The confirmation was stated in an official MDIS statement dated October 1, 2025, titled “Statement Addressing Mr. Gibran’s Advanced Diploma & Degree Standing.”
According to the statement, Gibran completed an Advanced Diploma before continuing his studies and obtaining a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Marketing.
The degree was awarded by the University of Bradford, United Kingdom, which was an MDIS university partner at the time.
MDIS Explains Its Education System
In its statement, MDIS explained that private education institutions in Singapore deliver higher education programmes through partnerships with universities overseas.
MDIS emphasized its commitment to maintaining high standards of academic integrity and rigour. Diplomas and degrees awarded through its university partners, the institution stated, meet the academic standards established by those universities.
MDIS also stated that it is committed to providing high-quality education and equipping students with skills relevant to the demands of the professional world.
Gibran’s Academic Background Confirmed by MDIS
The official statement provides clarification regarding Gibran’s academic journey at MDIS.
According to the letter, Gibran studied as a full-time student for three years, from 2007 to 2010. He completed an Advanced Diploma before obtaining a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Marketing from the University of Bradford through its educational partnership with MDIS.
The statement also lists Gabriel J. Tan, Manager of PR & Communications at MDIS, as the official contact for further information.
The clarification from MDIS provides a direct statement from the institution regarding Gibran’s academic status and higher education journey in Singapore.
