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10/6/25, 8:39 AM Dubai Government Human Resources Department launches 'The Chief Financial Officer' Programme
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 Leon 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.

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