The Honorary Professor of Practice award at the University of Digital and AI Management (UniDAIM) is a distinguished recognition bestowed upon accomplished professionals who have demonstrated outstanding practical leadership, innovation, and influence in their respective industries.
This award celebrates individuals whose work has created tangible impact — transforming organizations, empowering communities, and advancing the frontiers of digital transformation and artificial intelligence in real-world settings. Through this honor, UniDAIM acknowledges professional excellence and fosters connections between academic vision and industry practice.
UniDAIM confers the Honorary Professor of Practice title on professionals who meet any of the following criteria:
- Possess a minimum of 10 years of proven professional experience marked by leadership, innovation, and measurable impact in their field.
- Have made significant practical contributions to advancing digital transformation, artificial intelligence, business innovation, or social impact.
- Demonstrate a strong record of industry practice, mentorship, or professional excellence.
- Embody UniDAIM’s mission of democratizing access to education and promoting future-ready leadership in the digital era.
Our Honorary Professors of Practice enjoy the following benefits:
- Professional Title – Recipients may use the title “Professor of Practice (h.c.)” in professional, formal, and honorary contexts, symbolizing excellence and industry leadership.
- Global Recognition – Be celebrated internationally as a leader who bridges professional practice and digital innovation.
- Prestigious Affiliation – Join UniDAIM’s global community of distinguished professionals, leaders, and innovators.
- Thought Leadership Opportunities – Contribute to UniDAIM events, seminars, and mentorship programs, sharing practical insights with aspiring leaders.
- Networking & Collaboration – Engage with peers, educators, and thought leaders in digital strategy, AI, and management.
- Lifetime Distinction – Strengthen your legacy by aligning with UniDAIM’s global mission of shaping the future of digital and AI-driven leadership.
The Honorary Professor of Practice is an honorary title, not an academic appointment or teaching position. Recipients may use the title in professional or ceremonial contexts but must always include the honorary designation (Honoris Causa) or (h.c.) to distinguish it from an earned professorship.
Examples of proper usage include:
Formal Writing:
- Professor John Smith, Honorary Professor of Practice in Digital Strategy (Honoris Causa)
Abbreviated Form:
- Prof. John Smith (h.c.)
Honorary Prefix:
- Professor (h.c.) John Smith
Nomination for the Honorary Professor of Practice at UniDAIM is free of charge. However, as a tuition-free university, we depend on donations to sustain our mission of providing accessible and quality digital education. Therefore, successful candidates are invited to make a minimum donation of $500 to support UniDAIM’s ongoing development and educational initiatives.
- Nomination – Any qualified professional may be nominated for the Honorary Professor of Practice (free of charge).
- Evaluation – The Honorary Awards Committee reviews each nomination and determines suitability based on professional impact, leadership, and alignment with UniDAIM’s mission.
- Donation – Selected candidates are notified and invited to make a minimum donation of $500 to support UniDAIM’s tuition-free mission.
- Award – Upon confirmation of donation, UniDAIM confers the Honorary Professor of Practice title in your field. With your consent, the award will also be announced on our website and social media handles.
