Dubai School Of Government Signs MoU With King Abdullah II Center For Excellence

The Dubai School of Government (DSG), a research and teaching institution based in Dubai, announced today it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Jordan’s King Abdullah II Center for Excellence (KACE).

The King Abdullah II Center for Excellence is the national reference for quality and excellence among the public and private sectors, business associations, educational service providers and non-governmental institutions.

The MoU was signed by Dr. Tarik Yousef, Dean of DSG, and Yasera Ghosheh, Executive Director of KACE.
The three-year agreement aims to increase knowledge exchange and collaboration between the two countries. It will also witness the implementation of various capacity building projects of mutual benefit.

Dr. Tarik Yousef said: “We are honoured that the King Abdulla II Center for Excellence has chosen us as a partner for this initiative. We believe that the nominated candidates of the Jordanian Government will be of high caliber and will help to ensure the future course of Jordan’s development.

“As torch bearers of this important responsibility, the stakeholders will be in a position to lead with confidence and adopt a clearer vision of what the future holds for them and their country, subsequent to the training and exchanges that are a part of this agreement.”

Yasera Ghosheh said: “Human resource development is one of the most important elements for the success of administrative work, so we must provide people with appropriate ways to achieve sound development. By signing this agreement with the Dubai School of Government, we have put in place a model of competence.

“This reflects a strong and efficient public involvement in fieldwork, and a genuine effort to reward and improve the future of winners by developing their knowledge and skills while providing them with educational qualifications to efficiently serve their country and their institutions.”

Dr. Asma Siddiki, Associate Dean for Development at DSG, said: “The MoU signals a landmark agreement that will take our association with Jordan to the next level. Jordan is one of the most progressive of Arab states, and we are excited about sharing our world class academic offerings with the officials of the Jordanian Government.
“Our association with leading global institutions, such as the Harvard Kennedy School and the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, helps us offer a truly global perspective on the issues that are relevant to modern-day governance.

Our relationship with KACE, being formalized through this MOU, in fact predates it. We already have three Jordanian students in our MPA program, and one of them is a recipient of a KACE Award.”

The agreement between the School and the Center comes as one of the initial outcomes of many official visits to both countries, Jordan and the UAE by officials from Jordan and the Dubai School of Government.
In April 2009, the UAE-Jordan Joint Economic Ministerial Commission agreed to forge cooperation in economy, trade, investment, industry, agriculture, energy, geology, tourism and communications. The Commission also signed three MoUs aimed at enhancing cooperation in standardization and measurements.

For more details, visit www.dsg.ae or call 04 329 3290.

Dubai School Of Government Signs MoU With Young Presidents’ Organization

The Dubai School of Government, a research and teaching institution focusing on public policy in the Arab world, today announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) for collaboration on strategic knowledge- sharing initiatives.

Dr. Tarik Yousef, Dean of the Dubai School of Government, signed the agreement with Waleed Al-Banawi, Incoming Regional Chairman of YPO for Middle East and North Africa.

YPO is a global network of young chief executives that connects 17,000 peers and their families in 100 countries to learn, exchange ideas and address the challenges leaders face today. YPO boasts over 500 members in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

Under the agreement, the two entities will work strategically towards sharing mutual resources and networks of contacts, in addition to exploring partnership opportunities for launching joint initiatives and programs in the region.

DSG will specifically contribute to the development and delivery of leadership and public policy programs for YPO members and YPO graduates, who will also gain access to DSG’s faculty for its conferences and seminars in the region. Executive education programs will also be developed by the Dubai School of Government for the members and member organizations of YPO. DSG’s core offerings will be communicated to YPO members and graduates worldwide.

Dr. Tarik Yousef of the Dubai School of Government said: “We are proud to be associated with Young Presidents’ Organization, which is an extremely credible and well-established organization of leaders in the community. Today more than ever, there is a need to network, share resources, knowledge and insights. In challenging times, what we need is perseverance, insights into the complex problems that face us, and networks that help us survive and prosper. We have found YPO to be such a partner, and we look forward to the association that has its foundation in a shared vision of achieving excellence through constant innovation.”

Waleed Al-Banawi, Incoming Regional Chairman of YPO MENA said: “We attach great value to this partnership with DSG for its potential in developing new programs and best practices for our members in MENA. The Dubai School of Government has, within a short period, demonstrated its dedication and pioneering spirit by attracting the brightest minds from across the world. We are a rapidly growing organization with a strong membership base in the region and around the world. With this partnership in place, we are confident of creating more value for our YPO members and graduates in the region, within the organization’s mission of Better Leaders Through Education and Idea ExchangeTM.”

While Rafi Demirjian, YPO MENA Regional Education Chairman said: “It is hard not to notice the great strategic fit in our partnership with DSG given that education is the cornerstone of YPO. Education and idea exchange are the ultimate drivers of progress in any society and we strongly believe that the interaction of our members with the faculty and visiting resources of DSG will have a synergistic effect not only on our respective organizations but on our communities at large."

Established in 2005 in cooperation with the Harvard Kennedy School, the Dubai School of Government is committed to the creation of knowledge, dissemination of global best practices and the training of policy makers in the Arab world. The school is focused on capacity building and conducts various programs that seek to promote good governance through enhancing the region’s capacity for effective public policy. (note: you don’t need this paragraph because you have the DSG boilerplate below)

For more details, visit www.dsg.ae or call 04-329 3290. 

Dubai School Of Government Hosts Young Achievers From US And UAE

The Dubai School of Government, a research and teaching institution focusing on public policy in the Arab world, today announced it hosted 18 American and 10 Emirati students under the Emirati-American Young Leaders Cultural Exchange programme.

Sponsored by the Emirates Foundation, the programme has historically attracted high achievers who have gone on to occupy prominent positions; Jon Favreau, the current chief speech writer for the US President Barack Obama was a previous participant in the programme, which currently includes a number of Truman Scholars from the United States.

During their visit to DSG, the group and their Emirati hosts met with Dr. Tarik Yousef, Dean of the Dubai School of Government, and other faculty members to exchange ideas and experiences.

Highlighting the pioneering role of the Dubai School of Government, Dr. Yousef outlined the School’s contribution to shaping the Emirate’s governance agenda. He noted that the School is attracting scholars and researchers from across the world in its endeavour to create intellectual capital, the mainstay of any knowledge-based economy.
 

Dubai School Of Government Signs MoU With Dubai Department Of Finance

The Dubai School of Government, a research and teaching institution focusing on public policy in the Arab world, announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Department of Finance to provide training in financial planning and budgeting.The MoU was signed by Dr. Tarik Yousef,Dean of the Dubai School of Government, and Nasser Al-Shaikh, Director-General of the Dubai Department of Finance. The key objective of the MoU is to provide participants across government entities in Dubai with an advanced understanding of the underlying themes, concepts and principles of financial budgeting, as well as its relationship with fiscal planning and policy.The five-module certificate program in Public Financial Management will include an introduction to the macroeconomics of budget and fiscal policy, budget planning, budget management and execution, as well as capital budgeting and public investment. The program will initially offer a comprehensive two-tier training opportunity in financial budgeting and planning for relevant officers in each segment of finance, specifically the division heads and their team members at government entities. The objective is to develop a core group of officials functioning within the government, as well as across public entities. Dr. Tarik Yousef said: “This timely program will feature an excellent combination of academic and practitioner perspectives on key issues of public financial management. The content is designed to equip officials with the tools and techniques that will help them make informed decisions.”Nasser Al-Shaikh, Director-General of the Dubai Department of Finance, said: “The partnership with DSG will be rewarding, as the organization serves as an ideal platform for capacity building. Such initiatives will create synergy across government entities through implementation of learning.”Established in 2005 in cooperation with the Harvard Kennedy School, the Dubai School of Government is committed to the creation of knowledge, dissemination of global best practices, and the training of policy makers in the Arab world. With a singular focus on capacity building, the school conducts a series of programs that seek to promote good governance through enhancing the region’s capacity for effective public policy.For more details visit, www.dsg.ae or call 04 329 3290
 

HE Dr. Anwar Gargash Launches Dubai School of Government Alumni Association

His Excellency Dr. Anwar Gargash, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Federal National Council Affairs and Chairman of the DSG Board of Trustees, today inaugurated the Dubai School of Government Alumni Association.

High-ranking government officials, various heads of private and public sector organizations and business leaders from throughout the region attended the event, which was held at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel.

The Dubai School of Government (DSG) also announced the appointment of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, as the first Honorary President of the DSG Alumni Association. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan is an alumnus of a specialized training program from the School, which is the first in the region to offer curricula in public policy and administration through partnerships with globally renowned institutions.

Dr. Tarik Yousef, Dean of the Dubai School of Government, said: “The launch of the DSG Alumni Association is a significant milestone for the School. It celebrates the accomplishments of our alumni and ensures that every past student of the institution remains connected. The new body is also an effective platform to keep these professionals informed of the latest developments in public policy, while providing them with continued access to DSG’s community of policy experts.

“It is an honor for the association to be chaired by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan, who is one of our distinguished graduates. We are proud of our academic growth, and look forward to strengthening our bonds with former students who have benefited from our academic and executive education programs. We believe the establishment of the DSG Alumni Association will help to promote ongoing interaction among our past students who now hold high-ranking positions as top professionals in the region.”

During the inauguration ceremony, the School also honored the contributions of HE Mr. Nabil Alyousuf. As Executive President, Mr. Alyousuf has guided the development of the School since its inception in 2005. Mr. Alyousuf is also Vice Chair of the Dubai School of Government’s Board of Trustees.

Established in 2005 in cooperation with the Harvard Kennedy School, the Dubai School of Government is actively engaged in the creation of knowledge, dissemination of global best practices, and training of policy makers in the Arab world. The School is focused on capacity building and conducts various programs that seek to promote good governance through enhancing the region’s capacity for effective public policy.

For more details, visit www.dsg.ae or call 04-3293290.

Dubai School Of Government Hosts Delegation From University Of Comoros

The Dubai School of Government (DSG) today announced it hosted three members of a high-level delegation from the University of Comoros, comprising its President Dr. Mohamed Rachadi, and Vice-President Dr. Abdul Hakim Mohammed Shaker, as well as key communications experts.

Dr. Tarik Yousef, Dean of Dubai School of Government, received the delegation and held discussions on collaboration between the two institutions. The two sides explored possibilities of DSG offering executive education leadership and management development modules at the University of Comoros, as well as participation in DSG’s Master of Public Administration programme. The delegation concluded its visit with a tour of the DSG premises.

Dr Tarik Yousef said: “We are delighted to welcome high-ranking officials from the University of Comoros. The visit has paved the way for exploring future collaboration opportunities between us. As a leading institution focusing on better governance in the region, the DSG has initiated several programmes for the benefit of the Arab world. We look forward to sharing this learning through furthering our discussions with the Comoros team.”

Dr. Mohamed Rachadi said: “Established in February 2004 to boost the human capital of the country, the University of Comoros has been playing an important role in the development and retention of indigenous talent while building our human resource capabilities.

“We constantly seek partnerships and collaborations with renowned institutions to adequately equip our youth with skills that will allow them to effectively contribute to the progress of the country. We are confident our visit to DSG will lead to a fruitful sharing of cutting-edge resources that will benefit both countries.”

Established in 2005 in cooperation with the Harvard Kennedy School, the Dubai School of Government is committed to the creation of knowledge, dissemination of global best practices and the training of policy makers in the Arab world. The school is focused on capacity building and conducts various programmes that seek to promote good governance through enhancing the region’s capacity for effective public policy.

For more details, visit www.dsg.ae or call 04-329 3290.

Dubai School Of Government Explores Collaboration With Saudi Arabian Entities

A delegation from the Dubai School of Government met with His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Chairman of the King Faisal Centre for Research and Islamic Studies, during a three-day visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The DSG delegation, comprised of Dr. Tarik Yousef, Dean, Dr. Asma Siddiki, Associate Dean for Development, and Dr. Khalid Al Yahya, Assistant Professor, also met Dr. Salah Bin Moath Al Mayouf, Deputy Director General, and top managers from the Saudi Institute of Public Administration in Riyadh. During the visit, which was part of an endeavor to bolster ties with leading institutions of learning and development, discussions were held with Saudi government entities and other development organizations that share the vision of DSG.

The delegation members held discussions with Dr. Abdulrahman Al Hamidi, Deputy Governor, of the Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA), and Dr. Hamad AlOgla, Vice-Governor of Technical and Vocational Training Corporation, Her Royal Highness Princess Bandari Bint Abdulrahman Al Faisal, Director-General of King Khaled Foundation, and the office of his Excellency Dr. Abdulwahed Al-Humaid, Vice Minister at the Ministry of Labor.

The delegation also met with a team from the Institute of Banking led by Mr. Jamaan Al Wagdani, Director-General, as well as with representatives from Al Olayan Foundation, Al Waleed Bin Talal Foundation, , and King Saud University. The tour also saw the DSG team interacting with alumni of its academic and executive education programs who are currently heading influential public and private sector organizations in Riyadh such as Al Amthal Co. and MASIC.

Dr. Tarik Yousef said: “As the largest economy in the Arab region, and one of the most influential countries in the world, Saudi Arabia today plays an increasingly pivotal role in shaping the future of both the Middle East and the world. Under the guidance of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz, Saudi Arabia is becoming increasingly integrated into global affairs, especially in the political, economic and cultural fields.
“As policy analysts , we seek not only to learn from these changes, but also to contribute to a greater understanding of them. As a research institution, we at the Dubai School of Government work on issues that impact the lives of people in the Middle East. We are also keen on sharing our knowledge and learning from the experiences of our Saudi colleagues.”

At Prince Sultan University, the delegation met with Dr. Ahmed Al Yamani, President, and Dr. Hafeez Feda, Director-General. The DSG team also visited the Prince Salman Centre for Local Governance, headed by Dr. Adnan Al Sheeha, Executive Director. Known for its advocacy of decentralized governance, the Centre is a pioneering model that is being replicated across the Kingdom.

Established in 2005 in cooperation with the Harvard Kennedy School, the Dubai School of Government is committed to the creation of knowledge, dissemination of global best practices, and the training of policy makers in the Arab world. The school is focused on capacity building and conducts various programs that seek to promote good governance through enhancing the region’s capacity for effective public policy.

For more details, visit www.dsg.ae or call 04-329 3290.