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11/22/23, 10:26 AM HBMSU's School Of Business And Quality Management Receives Global SHRM Recognition For Its HRM Programs | MENAFN…
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 and/or BBHRM programs. The University further
has the power to grant PDCs for individual HR programs without requiring prior approval from

SHRM.

Prof. Rock-Antoine Mehanna, Dean of HBMSU's SBQM said:“We are honoured to be
recognised by the SHRM, which demonstrates a remarkable milestone for the HBMSU's

School of Business and Quality Management. We are pleased to have gained the recognition
and confidence of a highly esteemed international organisation such as SHRM. This

accomplishment reaffirms our commitment to providing academically advanced programs that
are carefully designed to satisfy industry demands and requirements. It highlights our

dedication to providing learners with the requisite knowledge and abilities to achieve
rewarding and successful careers in human resource management.”

The recognition is in line with the University's Strategic Direction, which focuses on integrating
skill-based learning into its academic programs. The primary objectives of this strategic

direction for 2023 include the redesign of academic programs to incorporate skill development

and acquisition across all disciplines, the use of performance-based evaluation to assess

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