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HBMSU signs MoU with Project Management Institute to

enhance knowledge exchange and adopt global best

practices

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Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Project Management
Institute (PMI), in an effort to develop innovative professional education programs that prepare learners for the job market. The
agreement seeks to establish collaborative pathways for knowledge exchange and the adoption of global best practices, in line with the
University’s approach to setting new benchmarks for institutional efficiency and the quality of educational outcomes. It also seeks to
shape the future roadmap for technology-driven education, with a focus on empowering learners and reinforcing the University’s
leadership as a hub for smart learning in the region.

The MoU was signed by His Excellency Dr. Mansoor Al Awar, Chancellor of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University, and Hanny Alshazly,
Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa at Project Management Institute, in the presence of several prominent members
from both entities.

His Excellency Dr. Mansoor Al Awar, Chancellor of HBMSU, said, “The University draws inspiration from the country’s ambitious national
goals and embraces an approach that aligns educational outcomes with the core principles of the knowledge economy. By steering
partnerships and strategic programs with leading entities in education and technology, the university is dedicated to promoting
excellence and innovation in the academic setting. We are confident that our partnership with the Project Management Institute will yield
impactful results, given our shared commitment to adopting global best practices and exchanging institutional expertise. Together, we
aim to establish a strong educational foundation that meets current needs and addresses future demands across key sectors, reinforcing
Dubai’s position as a global hub for science and knowledge.” Notably, HBMSU offers a highly coveted Master of Project Management
program, along with other specialised training programs in the same field.”

Hanny Alshazly, Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa at the PMI, stated, “PMI is proud to join hands with Hamdan Bin
Mohammed Smart University – the first smart university in the UAE and GCC – in a partnership that reflects our shared commitment to
innovation, digital learning, and next-generation leadership. Through this collaboration, we aim to support students and professionals by
providing access to global project management standards and practical tools that strengthen capabilities in a fast-changing world.
HBMSU is a valued academic partner, and we look forward to shaping the future of project success together.”

The latest MoU promises to develop a robust framework for exchanging knowledge and skills, leveraging supporting materials such as
case studies, and harnessing the institute’s resources for joint publications. As part of the memorandum’s scope, the institute will also
make its products available online, collaborate on the launch of an integrated business platform for the University, and present the

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