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Zawya
02-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government's Happiness Council launches "Career Coach" Program in collaboration with Emirates Association for Management Consultants and Trainers
His Excellency Dr. Ali Al Marri: 'Investing in the development of national talent is the cornerstone of achieving excellence in government performance.' MBRSG strives to foster a culture of sustainable learning and continuous improvement, contributing to a more efficient and agile government framework.' Mohammed Al Khatib The 'Career Coach' program adopts a tailored developmental methodology aligned with the UAE's government workplace requirements, delivered through personalized and group training sessions.' The program is led by an elite group of EMCT certified trainers, who possess advanced expertise in professional coaching, organizational development, government leadership, and emotional intelligence. United Arab Emirates, Dubai: In line with its strategic efforts to enhance employee well-being, develop capabilities, and empower staff with professional tools, the Happiness Council at Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) has signed a collaboration agreement with the Emirates Association for Management Consultants and Trainers (EMCT) to launch a specialized training program titled 'Career Coach'. This pioneering initiative aims to foster a positive workplace environment at the school. The agreement was signed in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Ali bin Saba Al Marri, Executive President of MBRSG, members of the EMCT Board of Directors, certified trainers from the Association, and members of the school's Happiness Council. The program seeks to strengthen workplace culture, develop leadership and management skills, and support MBRSG employees' mental health and professional well-being through individual and group coaching sessions and interactive workshops over three months, starting 27 May 2025. This partnership aligns with the Happiness Council's commitment to advancing government workplace systems, enhancing institutional performance through advanced training tools that combine academic knowledge and practical application, and fostering a culture of empowerment and continuous improvement. The initiative also supports the UAE's vision to cultivate government leaders capable of future foresight and solidify the nation's global leadership in public-sector excellence. His Excellency Dr. Ali bin Saba Al Marri stated: 'This program reflects the Happiness Council's ongoing efforts to improve employee quality of life and create a positive, motivating work environment that supports their professional and psychological well-being. Through strategic national partnerships, MBRSG aims to embed a culture of sustainable learning and continuous improvement, contributing to a more efficient and agile government system that bolsters the UAE's global competitiveness. We are proud to collaborate with EMCT in designing and implementing this program.' Mohammed Hasan Al Khatib, Senior Director of the Corporate Support Services Department and Chairman of the Happiness Council at the MBRSG, added: 'The 'Career Coach' program adopts a tailored developmental methodology aligned with the UAE's government workplace requirements. It empowers employees across all levels to achieve professional goals and overcome leadership and administrative challenges through individualized and group sessions focused on active listening, motivational questioning, self-awareness, value exploration, and practical solutions.' Under the agreement, EMCT will deliver the 'Career Coach' program to 40 MBRSG employees across three professional tiers: department managers, section heads, and specialized staff. Spanning 200+ training hours, the program unfolds in three interconnected phases, beginning with a comprehensive assessment stage to evaluate participants' unique strengths and aspirations, followed by the creation of tailored development plans aligned with individual and institutional goals. The implementation phase features five personalized one-on-one coaching sessions (60 minutes each), targeting leadership excellence, strategic decision-making, emotional intelligence, and work-life integration. Complementing these sessions are six virtual group workshops—developed in partnership with the Happiness Council—that explore themes such as 'Coaching and Workplace Happiness,' 'Emotional Intelligence in Action,' and 'Keys to Sustainable Success'. Culminating in a robust evaluation framework, the final phase employs periodic progress reports, participant satisfaction metrics, and structured review sessions to measure tangible improvements in performance, identify future growth opportunities, and institutionalize a culture of continuous learning. Grounded in globally accredited methodologies, the 'Career Coach' program seamlessly integrates theoretical insights with real-world practices, delivered by EMCT-certified experts to ensure alignment with international standards and UAE government priorities.
Zawya
14-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government signs MoU with Gov Campus to strengthen government sector capabilities
Dubai: The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gov Campus, a subsidiary of the International Advisory Group (IAG), to strengthen cooperation in capacity building, develop national competencies in the government sector, and contribute to sustainable growth and development. The MoU was signed by H.E. Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri, Executive President of MBRSG, and Dr. Nabil Alyousuf, Chief Executive Officer of Gov Campus. It establishes cooperation in developing and implementing joint training programmes and initiatives for government sector employees, with a focus on enhancing their skills, knowledge, and expertise to achieve excellence in public service delivery. Furthermore, the agreement fosters collaboration in thought leadership and promotes joint research on the future of government work, covering areas such as leadership, digital transformation, smart governance, and the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in public policy. It aims to enable decision-makers to develop strategic visions that anticipate challenges and leverage future opportunities. H.E. Dr. Ali Al Marri stated: 'At the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government, we believe that strategic cooperation is a fundamental pillar in realising the government's aspirations for global leadership in public sector performance. The MoU we have signed with Gov Campus will enable us to strengthen partnerships with leading institutions in order to develop government competencies. It therefore allows us to empower innovative leaders who can address future challenges, in addition to supporting our national talents with the necessary tools, expertise, and knowledge through training programmes designed by a team of experts to align with global trends and emerging developments. This, in turn, serves to ensure the effective engagement of national talents in advancing sustainable development.' For his part, Dr. Nabil Alyousuf noted: 'The MoU with MBRSG underscores our commitment to fostering an innovative educational and training environment that serves governments across the region and supports the development of leaders equipped to navigate future challenges. It also reflects our commitment to promoting excellence in the government sector through innovation, knowledge exchange, and sustainable institutional capacity building.' The partnership between MBRSG and Gov Campus aims to create new opportunities for collaboration on future projects, ensuring objectives are aligned and allowing for the effective realisation of the goals set in the Memorandum of Understanding.
