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10/6/25, 8:38 AM Dubai Government Human Resources Department Launches 'The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Program' To Develop National Fina…
H.E. added:“Through this pioneering program, we are transforming the vision of our wise leadership into actionable
steps to build a knowledge-based and innovation-driven economy. It will enhance institutional performance, elevate
the leadership capabilities of professionals, and reinforce Dubai's position as a global hub for finance and business.
The program also demonstrates the critical value of strong public-private partnerships, where government expertise
is combined with global academic excellence to offer an unparalleled training experience. It opens new pathways for
participants to thrive and lead the financial future of Dubai.”

Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates NBD Group, said:“As a prominent
national financial institution, Emirates NBD Group remains deeply committed to supporting programs that advance
the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) and promote the development of Emirati talent through a wide
range of initiatives launched over the years. In this context, we are proud to support the 'The Chief Financial Officer
(CFO) Program', which contributes to building a robust pipeline of future financial leaders by equipping Emirati
professionals with future-ready skills. By providing a world-class knowledge and training system, specialised
professional insights, and tangible practical experiences, we are contributing to the advancement of the UAE's
knowledge economy and reinforcing its global standing as a prominent global financial centre.”

Professor Léon Laulusa, Executive President and Dean of ESCP Business School, said:“We are truly honored to
collaborate with the HR Department of the Government of Dubai to help strengthen the skills of Dubai's Chief
Financial Officers and finance executives. ESCP Business School is proud to be ranked No. 1 worldwide by the
Financial Times for its MSc in Finance and No. 2 worldwide for its Executive MBA. Building on a strong and
promising partnership between ESCP and the Government of Dubai, this program brings together the expertise and
commitment of world-class professors and practitioners.”

The five-month intensive program provides a holistic and immersive learning experience, combining interactive in-
person training, realistic simulations of financial challenges, field visits to leading local and global institutions,
individual career mentoring sessions, and leadership discussions with global finance and business experts.

The program is centred around five core pillars – Strategic Thinking and Business Leadership, Advanced Financial
Management and Performance Analysis, Business Valuation Techniques and Corporate Governance, Influential
Communication and Crisis Management, and Navigating the Latest Modern Global Trends in the World of Finance
and Business. Delivered by a distinguished faculty of esteemed business school professors, the program features
internationally accredited training curricula, practical case studies and applied graduation projects, ensuring that
learning outcomes have a measurable impact across institutions and help develop the business environment across
the Emirate.
With this initiative, the DGHR reinforces its enduring commitment to advancing national

competencies and implementing the latest scientific and practical methods in the field of training
and development. This will enhance Dubai's global competitiveness and strengthen its

reputation as a leading global hub for entrepreneurship and innovation .

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