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Press Release

HBMSU’s School of Business and Quality Management

receives Global SHRM Recognition for its HRM Programs

November 21, 2023: In a new global achievement for Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University,

adding to its academic accomplishments, the School of Business and Quality Management (SBQM)

has obtained accreditation from the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world's
largest association for HR professionals. This achievement attained through the accreditation of SHRM

for the two programs, which are Bachelor of Business and Human Resource Management and Master

of Human Resource Management. These programs benefit over 325,000 members from 165 countries.

SHRM is one of the most significant institutions in the field of human resource management globally.

It is recognised in providing globally accredited certifications, training programs, and consulting

services, adhering to international standards and best practices in human resource management. With
575 branches in the United States and a regional office in the United Arab Emirates, the association

organises a wide number of international events and conferences in the field of human resources.

H.E. Dr. Mansoor Alawar, Chancellor of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU), said:
“This recognition by the world's largest human resources association bolsters our leadership in higher

education, showcasing the University's unwavering commitment to the highest standards of quality

and excellence in its academic programs. It reaffirms the robustness of our smart educational
ecosystem, founded on unparalleled quality. This emphasises our dedication to providing an exceptional

educational experience, with a focus on skill-based learning. Aligned with our University's Strategic

Directions, it underscores our dedication to seamlessly integrating practical learning into academic
programs, empowering learners to become leaders in their fields, while fostering innovation and

excellence.”

The SHRM recognition will provide the University’s learners with a unique opportunity to relentlessly
strive towards important SHRM certifications, such SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP. HBMSU’s recognition

will enable certified professionals to meet the mandatory Professional Development Courses (PDC)

requirement every two to three years by enrolling in HRM courses offered by the University's MHRM