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3/20/24, 10:37 AM Dubai Municipality Achieves Best Innovative Organization By Global Innovation Institute | MENAFN.COM

This ranking reaffirms the Municipality's dedication to embracing innovation and creativity,

which is aimed at creating an advanced knowledge-based economy in Dubai. The
Municipality remains committed to enhancing its innovative ecosystem across organizational

units, making permanent investments to ensure its sustainability to address future challenges.
This commitment aligns with its mission to discover and cultivate sustainable solutions that

fortify Dubai's leading global position.

In 2023, Dubai Municipality launched the Dubai Municipality Academy, marking a venture as

the UAE's first accredited vocational academy in municipal operations. It is also the first
academy in the country accredited by ESRI for expertise in geographic information systems.

Moreover, the Academy has obtained accreditation from The National Qualifications Center
(NQC) under the Ministry of Education to offer professional diplomas in municipal work.
Furthermore, it has earned accreditation from the Knowledge and Human Development

Authority (KHDA) in Dubai.

The Academy is a testament to Dubai's commitment to investing in its workforce and constant

efforts to cultivate skilled professionals, who have the potential to enhance crucial sectors with
their knowledge and expertise, further contributing to the overall development process. It is
dedicated to offering state-of-the-art knowledge programs and specialized vocational training

in municipal work. These offerings are designed to integrate practical experiences and current
industry practices, tailored to meet the needs of the field within an educational setting.

Moreover, it offers two distinct programs: 'Future Competencies' targeting university students
on nearing graduation in technical disciplines related to Dubai Municipality, and 'Pioneers'

which is designed to equip recent graduates for success in the competitive job market. The

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