Ministry of Education and HBMeU discuss shared training programs and knowledge transfer methods

Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University (HBMeU), recently hosted a meeting with H.E. Fawzia Hassan Bin Gharib, Assistant Undersecretary of Educational Operations; Ms Nabila Ali Mirza, HR Director; and Ms Jamilah Ahmed Al Muhairi, Director of Government School Control, from the UAE Ministry of Education at its new building in Dubai Academic City. The meeting discussed ways to implement the Memorandum of Understanding that has been signed by both parties, cooperation in various fields of common interest, and the laying of foundation for the development of the Ministry's training plan. The visit reflects the commitment of both parties to create an environment that encourages creativity and innovation in equipping the young generation with high academic qualifications, enabling them to sustain the march towards excellence and success in the development initiatives of the UAE. 

The meeting focused on training programs shared between HBMeU and the Ministry of Education as the two parties eagerly pursue initiatives to enhance the development of human capital and to strengthen channels for the transfer of knowledge and practical experience. The Ministry’s delegation also learned about the services and programs of e-TQM Institute, a leading institute specializing in quality management and e-learning. The Institute operates under the umbrella of the University and is the main organizer of two annual awards sponsored by two global leaders in quality and leadership, i.e. "Feigenbaum Leadership Excellence Award" and "Kano Medal: Excellence Catalyst", which both aim to raise awareness about the importance of quality and excellence, while honoring and rewarding distinguished individuals. The meeting discussed initiatives for training a new breed of professionals and the implementation of the second phase of the distribution of the certificate of leadership and excellence in education for members of the school administration and the certificate of excellence in education for the teaching staff. The visit concluded with a field tour of the academic facilities of the University. 

Dr. Mansour Al Awar, Chancellor of HBMeU, expressed his pleasure with the visit of the Ministry of Education's delegation to discuss steps to develop the educational system and academic programs that support the creation of an ideal academic environment that encourages the youth to be innovative and excel in various scientific and practical fields. Al Awar underlined the University's commitment to cooperate and coordinate closely with the Ministry to share knowledge and support scientific development and research programs in line with the University’s learning philosophy that is based on establishing a culture of innovation within the academic community and providing education for all according to the highest standards of efficiency and credibility. "We will continue to work with the Ministry of Education to strengthen our long-term partnership and to achieve our goals to improve education in accordance with best international practices and to position the UAE as a center of scientific and academic excellence," Dr. Al Awar said. 

H E Fawzia Hassan Bin Gharib said: "We are pleased to communicate with Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University to find effective ways that will improve the quality of education and establish a culture of innovation among the youth, who will continue our march towards excellence in the future. We look forward to a long-term partnership with the University to improve the education system according to the highest international standards, thus enabling the students to achieve academic and professional success.” The Ministry's delegation also commended HBMeU as a model in leadership and excellence in e-learning both in the UAE and in the Arab world, while pointing out the importance of the meetings to leverage available resources to support the development of the human capital and to develop a new generation of highly qualified and experienced professionals. The delegation also underlined the importance of the academic programs available at the University, which focus on vital areas including project management, human resources, organizational leadership and corporate excellence, as these programs are based on an integrated approach focusing on continuous education and lifelong learning. 

HBMeU is the first e-learning institute in the Arab World that was established with the vision to develop a new learning process through the implementation of learning practices characterised by flexibility, quality and diversity to strengthen self-leadership among learners and prepare them socially and academically for a future career through integration in the job market. HBMeU’s philosophy is based on vital methods that have been developed through extensive research and development by specialists from all over the world. These methods include offering high quality programs, supporting the pursuit of lifelong learning, promoting the freedom of information, reinforcing the culture of excellence and innovation and providing education for everyone in line with the highest standards of comprehensiveness and credibility. The university seeks to constantly identify knowledge needs, support research and development programs and create an outstanding environment for e-learning.