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10/6/25, 8:34 AM Dubai Government Human Resources Department launches ‘The Chief Financial Officer' Programme | Emirates News Agency
The initiative aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which aims to double the size of the
emirate’s economy, strengthen its global investment appeal, and consolidate its position as a

financial, entrepreneurial, and innovation hub.
Abdullah Ali Bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director-General of DGHR, said the programme represents a major

milestone in empowering Emirati talent, adding that it goes beyond financial skills to nurture strategic
leadership. He said the initiative translates the vision of the UAE’s leadership into practical steps for
building a knowledge-based, innovation-driven economy, enhancing institutional performance, and

supporting Dubai’s global competitiveness through public-private collaboration.
Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Vice-Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates NBD Group, said the

bank is proud to support the programme, which contributes to developing a strong pipeline of Emirati
financial leaders by providing future-ready skills, world-class training, and hands-on professional
experience that strengthen the UAE’s knowledge economy.

Professor Léon Laulusa, Executive President and Dean of ESCP Business School, expressed pride
in collaborating with DGHR, noting that ESCP is ranked first globally for its MSc in Finance and

second for its Executive MBA by the Financial Times.
The five-month intensive programme offers a holistic learning experience combining interactive
training, real-world simulations, field visits to leading institutions, career mentoring, and leadership

sessions with global experts. It is built around five pillars: strategic thinking and business leadership;
advanced financial management and performance analysis; corporate governance and valuation

techniques; influential communication and crisis management; and emerging global financial trends.
Delivered by an international faculty, the programme combines accredited curricula with applied case
studies and graduation projects to ensure tangible institutional impact. Through this initiative, DGHR

reaffirms its commitment to developing national competencies and adopting innovative training
methods that bolster Dubai’s global position as a hub for entrepreneurship, innovation, and

leadership excellence.

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