Dubai: The Emirates Human Resources Development Council (EHRDC) in Dubai celebrated the graduation of the first cohort of its Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Program. The ceremony was attended by Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Director General of H.H. The Ruler's Court of Dubai, and Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Chairman of EHRDC, along with several senior officials from Dubai.
According to Emirates News Agency, the CFO Program is a flagship initiative by EHRDC that aims to build an integrated ecosystem for strengthening Emirati human capital. The program equips national talent with leadership and financial skills, enabling them to take on executive roles in various sectors including government, semi-government, and private sectors.
The program also focuses on developing a network of Emirati finance professionals to improve knowledge exchange and foster the growth of Dubai's financial sector. This initiative supports Dubai's position as a global hub for financial excellence and innovation.
Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori highlighted that the graduation of 30 Emirati talents is a testament to the Council's commitment to nurturing specialized leaders. These leaders are equipped to drive financial transformation and decision-making, aligning with the vision of investing in human capital for sustainable development.
He emphasized the importance of equipping national financial talent with the skills to foresee future trends, enhancing Dubai's competitiveness, and supporting the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33).
Al Mansoori stated that developing national talent is a strategic responsibility requiring partnerships between government, private sectors, and academic institutions. EHRDC is focused on launching initiatives that build resilient Emirati financial leaders capable of leading transformation and creating sustainable impacts.
The graduation ceremony included a panel discussion with graduates and VIP attendees, showcasing the program's outcomes and innovative projects. These projects provided practical solutions for financial and developmental challenges, reflecting the graduates' ability to transform knowledge into strategic initiatives.
Notable projects included 'Sovereign and Financial Intelligence,' aimed at improving sovereign decision-making and capital management, and 'Education Without Borders,' which explored new pathways for global knowledge transfer.
Other projects focused on maximizing asset utilization, boosting liquidity management, and enhancing strategic flexibility in the aviation sector. These initiatives aim to support economic growth, develop the financial sector, and improve financial flexibility in Dubai.
The program consisted of 84 training hours, three financial challenge simulations, field visits, and mentoring sessions with global experts. This comprehensive approach boosted participants' confidence to assume leadership roles and design solutions supporting Dubai's economic goals.
The graduation of the first CFO program batch affirms the success of EHRDC's vision to invest in Emirati talent, preparing financial leaders to impact innovation and promote Dubai's competitiveness in line with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33).
