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Muscat Daily
13-05-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
OSHRM partners with LBS for leadership development
Muscat – Oman Society for Human Resource Management (OSHRM) has entered a strategic partnership with London Business School (LBS) to enhance leadership development in the sultanate. Unveiled at an exclusive roundtable attended by senior government officials, C-suite executives and LBS alumni from Oman on Tuesday, the collaboration aims to equip Omani leaders with globally benchmarked skills tailored to the local context. Under the agreement, OSHRM and LBS will offer a range of executive education programmes in both Oman and London. These will cover strategic leadership, high-performance people skills, HR transformation and women in leadership. Dr Ghalib al Hosni, Chairman of OSHRM, said, 'This partnership represents our commitment to bring the world's best thinking into our national context. With London Business School, we're creating learning experiences that reflect global excellence while addressing the unique challenges and opportunities facing leaders in Oman.' Prof Florin Vasvari, Executive Dean of Executive Education, Middle East at LBS, added, 'We are proud to partner with OSHRM in this important initiative. Together, we aim to empower Omani professionals to lead with impact – locally and globally – through world-class education and research.' Nihel Tajrouri, Director of Training and Development at OSHRM, highlighted the local relevance of the initiative. 'This collaboration blends LBS's global expertise with OSHRM's local insight, offering relevant, real-world learning experiences that enable Omani leaders to thrive.'
Mid East Info
05-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
London Business School Hosts Pivotal Gathering of MENA Changemakers in Landmark 22nd Annual Conference - Middle East Business News and Information
The conference addressed key themes including digital transformation, capital investment, and regional entrepreneurship. The event featured prominent speakers including H.E. Dr. Nabeel Koshak Dubai, United Arab Emirates: London Business School (LBS) hosted its 22nd Annual MENA Conference at the School's London campus. The conference is a landmark gathering that continues to shape conversations around innovation, entrepreneurship, investment, and impact in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Held on May 3, 2025, this year's conference built on a proud legacy of insight, dialogue, and regional leadership. For over two decades, LBS has proudly hosted the region's foremost MENA-focused conference, uniting influential voices from across the Middle East and North Africa. This flagship event has evolved into a cornerstone for intellectual exchange, bringing together senior policymakers, business leaders, and changemakers to explore the most pressing regional and global challenges. Year after year, the LBS Annual MENA Conference draws a distinguished audience of leaders, diplomats, academics, industry experts, and students committed to shaping the region's future. With a spotlight on transformative progress, the 2025 conference theme, ' Beyond Visions: Inspiring Change, Creating Impact' , reflected the region's dynamic shift from ambition to execution where innovation, private capital, and entrepreneurial spirit converge to create tangible, lasting value. 'This year's MENA Conference captured the region's growing momentum where bold visions are turning into real-world impact,' said Florin Vasvari, Executive Dean of Executive Education, Middle East, at London Business School. 'More than just a platform for thought leadership, the conference continues to serve as a catalyst for meaningful connections and cross-border collaborations. By bridging the global perspectives of our school, the conference contributes to the region's transformation.' The conference agenda this year spanned three thematic pillars: Innovation & Digital Transformation, including AI's role in shaping industries and the future of work Investments & Capital, focusing on public-private partnerships, regulatory evolution, and global capital flows Entrepreneurship, highlighting the rise of regional unicorns, fintech pioneers, and inclusive innovation The event headlined by H.E. Dr. Nabeel Koshak, CEO of Saudi Venture Capital Company and sponsored by KAPSARC and SEDCO Holding featured a curated selection of panels, fireside chats, and keynote conversations. With a legacy of hosting Presidents, Royals, Ministers, C-Suite executives, and iconic changemakers, the conference continues to attract a global audience of investors, academics, policymakers, and future leaders. High-profile speakers from institutions like SEDCO Holding, BCG, The Economist, Actis, Raed Ventures, and Salla shared perspectives on capital allocation, AI disruption, ecosystem building, and inclusive leadership across MENA. Past speakers have included H.M. Queen Rania of Jordan, H.H. Sheikh Mohammad Al-Sabah, and Mr. Naguib Sawiris, among others. A diverse range of voices from visionary founders and fintech innovators to digital transformation leaders and champions of inclusive growth took the stage. With compelling sessions such as 'Fintech Frontiers', 'Women Reshaping MENA's Business Landscape', and 'Scaling MENA's Startups to Global Unicorns', the conference promised inspiration, insight, and forward-looking dialogue. Organised by the region's future leaders, who are also current students at London Business School, the 2025 Conference was chaired by Omar Hashim, the MENA Club President, and Vice-President, Fatima AlMesaieid with a broader organising committee drawn from across the Gulf and North Africa representing a wide range of industries from private equity and consulting to tech, healthcare, and academia. As part of its ongoing commitment to the region, LBS will soon open an executive office in Riyadh, which will strengthen the School's deepening relationships with organizations and leadership in Saudi Arabia. This office will enable LBS to further engage with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals and expand access to world-class executive education, which is critical to shaping the region's future. The opening of the Riyadh office aligns perfectly with the discussions and momentum from the LBS Annual MENA Conference, creating new opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and leadership development in Saudi Arabia and the broader MENA region.
Zawya
15-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
London Business School to launch an office in Riyadh to support human capability and leadership development
LBS announces appointment of Professor Florin Vasvari as Executive Dean of Executive Education, Middle East and of Professor Vasvari and Helen Kerkentzes, Associate Dean of Executive Education, as General Managers of Riyadh office LBS deepens regional impact with growing participation from Saudi executives and partnerships with leading national institutions RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – London Business School (LBS), a global leader in business education, today announced the opening of an office in Riyadh in the coming months and the appointment of Professor Florin Vasvari as Executive Dean of Executive Education, Middle East. Professor Vasvari and Helen Kerkentzes, Associate Dean Executive Education, are appointed General Managers of the office. The announcements were shared by Professor Sergei Guriev, Dean of LBS at the Human Capital Initiative (HCI) 2025, held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Human Capability Development Program Committee. Taking place 13-14 April at the King Abdulaziz International Convention Center, HCI 2025 convenes global leaders in education and workforce development to explore how learning, inclusion, and action can shape future-ready societies. The announcements from LBS align with HCI's 'Beyond Readiness' vision and reinforce the School's role in supporting organisations and people that are playing a key role in realising the ambitions of Saudi Vision 2030, through the development of their human capability. Strengthening Leadership Development in Saudi Arabia The Riyadh office marks LBS's second physical presence in the Middle East, following its Dubai campus. Since opening in 2007, the Dubai campus has gone from strength to strength, with more than 1,600 alumni having graduated from its Executive MBA which is now offered with flexible learning formats – in person or through blended learning – from London or Dubai. LBS has also seen a significant rise in participation from Saudi executives in its open enrolment Executive Education programmes in recent years, growing by more than 250% in just four years. LBS also works closely with leading organisations such as Saudi Aramco, the Public Investment Fund (PIF), and SABIC to provide customized executive education solutions. By2030, London Business School is committed to making a significant investment in the development of Saudi leadership, aiming to empower over 10,000 executives through strategic collaborations with leading Saudi organisations in both the public and private sector. 'Our expansion in Riyadh reflects our deep commitment to supporting human capability building and leadership development in the Kingdom,' said Professor Sergei Guriev, Dean of London Business School. 'By providing access to world-class executive education, we are empowering leaders from both the public and private sectors to navigate the complexities of global markets and contribute meaningfully to Saudi Arabia and to the Kingdom's economic and human capability ambitions.' A New Appointment to Lead Regional Growth Professor Florin Vasvari, newly appointed Executive Dean of Executive Education, Middle East, will lead LBS's Executive Education initiatives across the Kingdom, focusing on strengthening partnerships, expanding programme offerings, and developing leadership talent. 'The demand for executive education in Saudi Arabia is growing rapidly, and LBS is uniquely positioned to support the country and its talent through our long-standing collaborations with many of its leading companies,' said Vasvari. 'Through our Riyadh office, we aim to further expand access to world-class business education and co-design new programmes with local partners that will support Saudi Arabia's transformation for the future.' Investing in Leadership for the Future LBS has long been a catalyst for leadership innovation in the Middle East, offering programmes rooted in academic excellence and tailored to evolving business needs. With Saudi Arabia targeting 40% female workforce participation by 2030, LBS is committed to advancing women's leadership through executive education programmes. The School's initiatives will equip female leaders with the skills needed to drive organisational success and contribute to the Kingdom's economic growth. The number of Saudi women participants on LBS Executive Education programmes has grown by 350% over four years, demonstrating growing momentum toward inclusive leadership development. The School's opening of a Riyadh office in the coming months represents the next phase of LBS's commitment to fostering leadership excellence and supporting people and organisations in the Kingdom for a knowledge-driven economy. The move is part of the School's ongoing commitment to deliver exceptional service and world-class business education to its valued partners and students around the globe. About London Business School London Business School's vision is to have a profound impact on the way the world does business and the way business impacts the world. The School is widely acknowledged as a centre for outstanding research. As well as its highly ranked degree programmes, the School offers award-winning Executive Education programmes to business leaders from around the world. As well as its main campus in London, London Business School has a campus in Dubai, and a presence in three additional international cities – New York, Hong Kong and Shanghai. The School equips its diverse student body with the tools needed to tackle today's business challenges and connects them with many of the world's leading thinkers. The School has more than 53,000 alumni working in more than 157 countries. Together, they are a community defined by a wealth of knowledge, business experience and worldwide networking opportunities. London Business School's 259 faculty members come from over 30 countries. They cover seven subject areas: accounting, economics, finance, management science and operations, marketing, organisational behaviour, and strategy and entrepreneurship. For media enquiries, reach out to us at lbs@
