Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Education (MoE) has unveiled the ‘National Leadership Academy’ program to empower Emirati cadres working in UAE-based higher education institutions.
Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al-Falasi, Minister of Education, launched the program in the presence of Dr. Muhammad bin Ibrahim Al-Mualla, MoE’s Undersecretary for Academic Affairs, and several ministry officials.
The program will be attended by 33 selected candidates representing 10 UAE-based universities. Among them, 10 are academics, while 23 work in administrative fields. This six-month, three-phase program is designed to enhance participants’ strategic, personal, and professional skills.
The Ministry is committed to developing Emirati expertise in education to support sustainable growth in the education system. Empowering young leaders is a vital prerequisite for creating an education system that is pioneering, successful, proactive, and poised to play a pivotal role in realizing the country’s development vision. The National Leadership Academy serves as our beacon, shaping the future of education by producing national leaders. These individuals are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and innovative thinking necessary to elevate the country’s higher education sector.
Dr. Al Falasi shared.
The program includes interactive workshops and practical leadership tools and frameworks to equip participants with the skills and knowledge they need to excel. Additionally, the program aims to create innovative solutions to the higher education sector’s challenges and involves projects initiated by leaders from various universities.
The program’s first phase will be held over a week at the Mohammed bin Rashid Library. This phase focuses on direct engagement and interaction with the participants through practical sessions, interactive workshops, and tailor-made training to increase leadership awareness.
The second phase spans five months and features a 360-degree review, which helps enhance the growth of individual leaders. Each leader is assigned a mentor, and there are regular follow-up sessions for projects. The ministry, along with the advisory body sponsoring the projects, will also offer essential support during this phase.
In the third phase, set for April and May 2024, the ministry and sponsors will assess and launch development projects for the higher education sector. Upon successful completion, participants will receive an international certificate.