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Trade Arabia
3 days ago
- Business
- Trade Arabia
London Business School to start open education programme in Riyadh
London Business School has announced the launch of its first open executive education programme in Saudi Arabia, which will be offered at the new Executive Office in Riyadh. The move follows the college's global recognition and inclusion among the world's best executive education providers, according to the recently released Financial Times Executive Education 2025 ranking. LBS has been ranked among the world's leading providers of Executive Education in the newly released 2025 Financial Times Executive Education Rankings. Announcing this, LBS said the programmes will commence in the 2025–2026 academic year and aim to support the kingdom's priorities for economic diversification, innovation, and leadership capability in line with Saudi Vision 2030. This announcement follows the School's commitment, shared in April, to open an office in Riyadh dedicated to advancing human capability and leadership development in the region These new Riyadh programmes represent the next phase in LBS's regional strategy, building on the School's established presence in Dubai and its long-standing engagement with Gulf organisations and executives. Helen Kirkentzis, Assistant Dean of Executive Education and General Manager at Riyadh Office, said: "We are delighted to be acknowledged by our clients and participants for the impact of our programmes on leaders globally. Our success is driven by our dedicated faculty, staff and learning partners, and the high standards of our participants." "Launching our open programmes in Riyadh strengthens our commitment to supporting leaders and working more closely with our partners in Saudi Arabia and the wider region," she stated. According to LBS, three new programs will contribute to the development of leadership skills in Saudi Arabia. These are: *Women in Leadership: Empowering women executives with the skills to lead confidently, supporting Saudi Arabia's ambition to increase female participation in the workforce. *Leading Teams for Emerging Leaders: Equipping rising leaders with strategies to build high-performing teams and drive organisational success in a dynamic economic environment. *Next Level Leadership: Providing senior executives with advanced tools to navigate complexity, align with Vision 2030's priorities, and lead transformative change. The launch of the new programs in Riyadh marks the next phase of the college's regional strategy, which builds on its established presence in Dubai and its long-standing partnership with institutions and executives in the Gulf region. London Business School has once again been recognised as one of the world's leading executive education providers by the Financial Times Open Executive Education Rankings 2025, the fifth consecutive year that the school has strengthened its position in these prestigious global rankings. Florin Vasfari, Executive Dean of Executive Education in the Middle East and General Manager at the Riyadh Office, said: "Launching our first programmes in Riyadh is a natural next step as we deepen our long-term partnership with Saudi Arabia and the Gulf."
Zawya
4 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
London Business School to launch first programmes in Riyadh as school is ranked first globally in the FT Executive Education open programme rankings 2025
LBS secures top global positions in the 2025 Financial Times Executive Education Rankings, placing first worldwide in Open Programmes and second in Custom Programmes 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 RIYADH, Saudi Arabia: London Business School (LBS) has today been ranked among the world's leading providers of Executive Education in the newly released 2025 Financial Times Executive Education Rankings. Building on this global recognition, LBS announced the launch of its first Executive Education open programmes in Saudi Arabia, which will be delivered in the new executive office in Riyadh. The programmes will commence in the 2025–2026 academic year and aim to support the Kingdom's priorities for economic diversification, innovation, and leadership capability in line with Saudi Vision 2030. This announcement follows the School's commitment, shared in April, to open an office in Riyadh dedicated to advancing human capability and leadership development in the region. The new Riyadh programmes represent the next phase in LBS's regional strategy, building on the School's established presence in Dubai and its long-standing engagement with Gulf organisations and executives. Reflecting on the School's latest recognition, Helen Kerkentzes, Associate Dean of Executive Education and General Manager, Riyadh office, said, 'We are delighted to be acknowledged by our clients and participants for the impact of our programmes on leaders globally. Our success is driven by our dedicated faculty, staff and learning partners, and the high standards of our participants. Launching our open programmes in Riyadh strengthens our commitment to supporting leaders and working more closely with our partners in Saudi Arabia and the wider region.' Professor Florin Vasvari, Executive Dean of Executive Education, Middle East and General Manager, Riyadh office said, 'Launching our first programmes in Riyadh is a natural next step as we deepen our long-term partnership with Saudi Arabia and the Gulf. We are proud to support the human capital behind the Kingdom's transformation driven by Vision 2030, equipping leaders and organisations with the skills and perspective to thrive in a rapidly changing world.' Three New Programmes to Advance Leadership in the Kingdom Launching in the coming academic year, the following open programmes will be delivered in Riyadh: Women in Leadership: Empowering women executives with the skills to lead confidently, supporting Saudi Arabia's ambition to increase female participation in the workforce. Leading Teams for Emerging Leaders: Equipping rising leaders with strategies to build high-performing teams and drive organisational success in a dynamic economic environment. Next Level Leadership: Providing senior executives with advanced tools to navigate complexity, align with Vision 2030's priorities, and lead transformative change. Programmes will be in-person and are designed for leaders across all sectors. Global Recognition in the 2025 Financial Times Executive Education Rankings London Business School has once again been recognised as one of the world's leading providers of Executive Education in the Financial Times (FT) 2025 Executive Education Open and Custom rankings. This marks the fifth consecutive year that LBS has improved its position in these prestigious global rankings. In the latest results, LBS achieved the number one spot worldwide for Open Executive Education Programmes, rising from second place last year. The School's open programmes ranked first globally for 'quality of participants. The School attracts world class, diverse participants, and equips them with the future ready skills they need to lead, which highlights the unique calibre and impact of their community. LBS's Custom Executive Education Programmes also saw a significant rise, climbing five places to second globally, and ranked first for 'New Skills & Learning'. LBS is the only business school to be ranked in the top three for both the FT Open and Custom Executive Education Rankings in 2025, reflecting the depth and relevance of their tailored learning experiences. With the opening of its Riyadh office and its established Dubai campus, London Business School is strengthening its regional presence to meet the evolving needs of Gulf organisations. The School continues to invest in executive education that supports the Gulf's vision for knowledge-based, inclusive, and sustainable growth. 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.
Times of Oman
18-05-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Royal Academy of Management marks achievements of 35 C-suite executives
MUSCAT: The Royal Academy of Management (RAM) celebrated the achievements of 35 C-suite executives, all private sector leaders, who recently completed the National CEO Programme. Held under the auspices of Sayyid Khalid bin Hilal Al Busaidi, Minister of the Diwan of the Royal Court and Chairman of the Board of Trustees at the Royal Academy of Management, the graduation ceremony reflected Oman's ongoing commitment to enhance leadership capabilities at the national level, which is in line with the priorities of Oman Vision 2040 and the directives of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to invest in human capital and strengthen institutional excellence. The National CEO Programme is a flagship initiative designed to equip private sector executives with the tools to lead effectively in today's complex and dynamic work environment. The participants undertook an eight-month immersive learning journey consisting of five core modules, interactive workshops, coaching sessions, field visits, and exposure to global business trends. Delivered in partnership with the reputed London Business School (LBS) in the United Kingdom,the curriculum focused on strategic leadership, digital transformation, innovation, talent development, and building agile and resilient organisations Hiba Yasser Al Henai, Programme Manager at the Royal Academy of Management, emphasised the national significance of the National CEO Programme and its alignment with Oman's ambition to empower future-ready leaders. She noted that since the launch of the programme in 2014, The National CEO Programme underscored the requirement for continued investment in executive talent to boost the private sector's competitiveness and inspire future generations. Helen Kerkentzes, Associate Dean for Executive Education at LBS, praised the fruitful collaboration with RAM, enabling the delivery of a truly distinguished learning experience. She expressed her pride in the partnership and commended the joint efforts that contributed to the programme's success. Kerkentzes also highlighted the comprehensive and multifaceted nature of the learning journey, which blended academic theory with practical application. She emphasised the value of site visits and engagement with global experts, allowing participants to benefit from diverse perspectives on leadership, innovation, and business strategy. Delivering remarks on behalf of the graduates, Eng. Hamad bin Abdullah Al Maamari, Executive General Manager, Technical Services and Decarbonisation Executive, Oman LNG, reflected on the transformative nature of the experience he shared with his fellow participants. He highlighted several key moments during the programme that significantly shaped their leadership development and broadened their strategic perspective. In his closing remarks, he extended his appreciation to the teams at RAM and LBS, as well as the subject matter experts, speakers, and facilitators who enriched the programme with global insights and international best practices. The National CEO Programme incorporated a diverse mix of learning methodologies to ensure deep understanding and effective applications of theory. Individual coaching sessions helped participants explore their leadership styles and develop new ways of thinking by simulating real-life executive environments. These scenarios challenged participants to build high-performing teams and lead organisations capable of adapting and competing in an ever-evolving landscape. Reflecting on his experience, Adnan Ahmed Hamed Al Shuaili, Co-founder and CEO of eMushrif, said, 'The programme offered a series of enriching hands-on experiences, including in-depth case studies of leading global corporations and insights into how strategic decisions are made. It also featured immersive field visits that introduced us to international business cultures, making it an exceptional executive programme.' Dukhan Abdullah Matar Al Foori, Corporate Planning Manager at CCED, added, 'It was a privilege to join this inspiring community of national leaders. Beyond the skills and knowledge gained, the programme transformed my understanding of leadership and its impact on my organisation, sector, and country.' Yousuf Ahmed Dawood Al Busaidi, Senior Legal Counsel, Co-Founder, and Deputy Manager at Asyad, commented, 'The National CEO Programme was a defining moment in my career. Its rigorous academic content and diverse practical experiences have equipped me with the mindset and tools required to contribute actively to Oman's development and long-term prosperity.' Maha Saud Abdulaziz Al Raisi, AGM, Head – Retail Products at National Bank of Oman, added, 'Through this programme, I came to realise that leadership is not merely about making decisions and giving directions, it is about creating an environment that allows others to innovate and grow. The most challenging form of leadership begins with the self; a leader must first transform from within before seeking to change the world around them.' Delivered in partnership with LBS, one of the world's top-ranked business institutions with over five decades of experience in delivering executive education programmes, the National CEO Programme reflects RAM's strategic vision to hone executive leadership styles across all sectors. Through this and other national initiatives, RAM continues to cultivate a new generation of transformative and impactful leaders capable of shaping Oman's future and positioning the private sector as a catalyst for sustainable economic growth.
Business Insider
18-05-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
No one seems to know if AI will take our jobs or make us productive superstars
Mark Quinn said he lost his previous job to AI, though he doesn't think it was a sign of a coming employment purge at the hands of bots. Quinn was working for a generative artificial intelligence startup running a team he set up to oversee the answers the bots kicked out — the proverbial human in the loop. Eventually, as the AI improved, the company found it could manage with a smaller, more efficient set of workers, the longtime tech exec said. "My skill and the job I was hired to do was truly no longer needed," Quinn told Business Insider. Because there wasn't another role that was a good fit for him, he left. The idea of losing your job to a bot is scary, and some workplace thinkers have warned about it. Yet others hold a sunnier view: Whip-smart bots will take over so much that we'll be able to add a whole lot more to our to-do lists. The absence of a solid consensus among the tech and labor cognoscenti about AI's impact speaks to how many questions remain and how often the answer might start with "it depends." "Part of it is, we honestly don't know," Gary Hamel, a visiting professor at London Business School who lives in Silicon Valley, told BI about the effect AI will have on jobs. He said there are varying opinions in the AI community about whether we're already bumping up against the limits of what large language models and GenAI can do or whether there are blockbuster sequels to come. Hamel said we've often overestimated the impact of new technology on employment. "As far as I know, over the last 50 years, only one job category in the United States has disappeared," he said. "That is elevator operator." The list could grow. In 2023, Goldman Sachs said that some 300 million full-time jobs globally could be at risk of being automated. More recently, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff said that his company might not hire software engineers this year because of how much AI agents have helped boost some coders' productivity. "I can't think of any roles that won't be impacted," Scott Russell, CEO of the tech company NICE, previously told BI about how AI will reshape work. 'An Iron Man suit' Adam Brotman, cofounder and co-CEO of Forum3, a boutique consulting firm that advises companies on AI adoption, told BI that he expects AI will take some jobs, change others, and lead some companies to forgo posting some roles they might once have. "It's this weird, ambiguous, conflicting thing," Brotman said. What is clear, he said, is that AI will make many workers far more productive. "It's going to be an Iron Man suit," said Brotman, who once ran digital operations at Starbucks and is the former co-CEO of J. Crew. He said the business leaders his firm talks to and who understand what AI is capable of, are asking how they can make their businesses more productive and whether they can get by without hiring as many people as a result. Brotman expects it will take another 12 months or so of AI being on the scene for businesses to have a clearer understanding of what the technology will mean for jobs. Ultimately, he predicts there will be a fallout, yet one that's not evenly distributed. For a job like software development, Brotman said, AI can do a lot of the programming and quality assurance work, yet someone working with AI to generate code can also do a lot more. He said it's become harder to answer the question of what AI will mean for employment because, as the technology improves, many of the gains will come not just from making organizations more efficient but from helping companies innovate and create new products and lines of business. "It's not just about productivity. It's about this abundance," he said. Ravin Jesuthasan, the global leader for transformation services at the consulting firm Mercer, expects there to be a "ton of dislocation" within companies and across industries that might not result in massive job losses across the US economy, but that will remake a lot of roles. He told BI that employees will be able to get more done, but that AI will also create a lot of work. This includes the need for people to ensure that the tech is functioning, that it's calibrated correctly, and that the output is used in an "intelligent, ethical, responsible way," Jesuthasan said. Think about tasks, not jobs Quinn, who lost his previous job to AI's prowess, is now the senior director of AI operations for Pearl, an AI search platform for professional services that pairs GenAI with human experts to verify responses are accurate. He said the best way to think about how AI will affect work isn't necessarily about which jobs or industries are most at risk of being upended, but rather about the tasks and type of work that will change. Quinn, who's held roles at Waymo, LinkedIn, Apple, and Amazon, said AI will take on many formulaic and rote tasks. He said that, as with any tech innovation, there will be some amount of upheaval, but that people can also learn to work with AI. The focus should be on what workers can do with the extra time they'll have. Quinn advises companies to help build workers' skills and embrace different ways of getting things done. Otherwise, he said, employees could get left behind. "The longer that people sit on the sidelines wondering if this wave is coming, the more at risk they are of getting caught off guard by the undertow," Quinn said.
Observer
14-05-2025
- Business
- Observer
OSHRM, London Business School ink pact to promote leadership in Oman
MUSCAT: Oman Society for Human Resource Management (OSHRM) signed a historic partnership with London Business School (LBS) to improve leadership excellence in Oman by blending world best practices with local relevance. The partnership was formally launched at an exclusive executive roundtable in Muscat, where a select group of leaders — including Royal Family members, government dignitaries, decision-makers and alumni of the LBS Oman Chapter — convened. The occasion provided a high-level forum to exchange views on the evolving nature of leadership and to lay the ground for a shared vision to create future-proof competencies in Oman. In remarks to the Observer, Thomas Xavier, Client Director at London Business School, discussed his enthusiasm for the institution's growing collaboration with Omani businesses, including the Oman Society for Human Resource Management (OSHRM). 'What is a source of pride—and so makes our relationship with Omani organisations so fulfilling—is the opportunity to help and make a contribution to the Oman's distinctiveness and creativity," said Xavier. "We wish to be in a position to make this distinctiveness stronger and make it an even more influential force globally.". He went on to add, "The world would be a richer place with more Omanis. In our humble way, by encouraging individual leadership and by supporting the growth of Omani businesses that will prosper abroad, we hope to make a valuable contribution. It was a pleasure to see all of you today and to hear first-hand about challenges and opportunities in the Omani business environment." Helen Kerkentzes, Associate Dean and London Business School Head of Executive Education, offered the following response to the partnership between the two schools. "OSHRM and London Business School—two independent, not-for-profit organizations—are united by a shared passion for the actualization of human potential," she said. "Together, we aim to enable Omani professionals in government and the private sector to develop, transform, and grow. By doing so, we hope to make a lasting contribution to Oman's future—and to the global business community." Dr Ghalib al Hosni, OSHRM Chairman, stated, "We are pleased to announce that OSHRM will be signing with London Business School to seal our cooperation. The agreement will have its primary focus as leadership development with a special focus on encouraging leadership in the field of human resource management." Dr Al Hosni further said, "This partnership represents a key milestone on our journey to empower Omani professionals and promote excellence in leadership across the public and private sectors." Through this partnership, OSHRM and LBS will offer an executive education programme portfolio both within Oman and the LBS campus in London. They will cover strategic leadership, high-performance people management, HR transformation, and women leaders. LBS Executive Education's Executive Dean of Executive Education, Middle East, Professor Florin Vasvari, said: "We are pleased to partner with OSHRM on this momentous initiative. The programme illustrates our shared purpose of building human capacity in Oman's public and private sectors. By delivering superior business education and research, we will empower Omani professionals to grow and influence locally, regionally, and internationally." The initiative is entirely in line with Oman Vision 2040, affirming OSHRM's vision of developing leadership that is globally competent, locally responsive, and capable of driving national progress.
