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4/28/25, 9:50 AM HBMSU seals agreement with Project Management Institute
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 Mansoor Al Awar
Chancellor – HBMSU
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 specialized training programs in the same field.”

Hanny Alshazly, Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa at the PMI, stated that, “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 MoU will establish a robust framework for exchanging knowledge and skills, leveraging supporting materials such

as case studies, and harnessing the institute’s resources for joint publications.

Under the agreement, the institute will also launch its products online, work together on the launch of an integrated
business platform for the University, and present the University with a diverse array of its cutting-edge products and
solutions. These efforts aim to drive academic innovation, enhance smart learning, and improve accreditation for
HBMSU’s faculty and learners.

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