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Mid East Info
09-08-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Ministry of Finance partners with Institute of Management Accountants to launch CMA and FMAA certifications
As part of its strategy to enhance highly qualified national financial competencies. Younis Haji AlKhoori: The partnership represents a strategic investment in advancing the federal financial work environment by empowering national talent with modern knowledge and technological tools. The Ministry of Finance MoF has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institute of Management Accountants IMA to launch the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and Financial and Managerial Accounting Associate FMAA certifications. The MoU is part of the Ministry's ongoing efforts to equip national cadres with the highest global professional standards in accounting and financial management. It falls under the Ministry's ambitious initiatives to promote professional excellence in the government financial sector by enabling employees to obtain prestigious international professional certifications that support financial sustainability and leadership in federal performance. Empowering national talent: The MoU signing ceremony took place at the Ministry of Finance headquarters in Abu Dhabi in the presence of H.E. Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance; H.E. Mariam Mohammed Hassan Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary of Government Finance Management at the Ministry; Amna Hassan Al Shamsi, Director of Financial Policies and Government Accounting Standards at the Ministry; Azza Ali Aljassmi, Director of the Government Communications Department at the Ministry; Mr. Ahmad Mkhallati, Senior Director, at the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), Middle East, ; Mr. Amer Abdulhadi Al Ahbabi, President of the IMA Abu Dhabi Chapter and IMA USA Global Board Member; and a number of specialists from both sides. Best practices: H.E. Younis Haji AlKhoori stressed that the new partnership will support the Ministry's strategy aimed at bringing about a paradigm shift in the development of national financial talent, reinforcing leadership in public finance and sustainable development. The Ministry firmly believes in the importance of investing in human capital, and these certifications will help build highly specialised capabilities that support the country's shift towards a knowledge-based, sustainable economy. He added, 'Obtaining global professional certifications such as the CMA and FMAA demonstrates the Ministry of Finance's commitment to raising the skills and professional standards of employees in the federal financial sector, as well as enhancing transparency and efficiency in the management of government resources, in line with international best practices.' AlKhoori noted that the launch of these certifications, in collaboration with IMA, is an important milestone in the development of the federal financial work environment, empowering national cadres with the latest knowledge and technical tools. It will help enhance their readiness to keep pace with the rapid transformations in public finance and financial analysis and reinforce the foundations of institutional excellence and professional innovation. For his part, Mike DePrisco, President and CEO of IMA, said that this collaboration with the Ministry of Finance represents a milestone in our shared mission to advance the management accounting profession globally. 'The UAE has always demonstrated excellence in building a future-ready economy, and by equipping government talent with the CMA and FMAA certifications, the Ministry of Finance is setting a global standard of excellence, accountability, and strategic financial management. We are pleased to collaborate with the Ministry of Finance on this forward-looking initiative aimed at enhancing accounting and finance capabilities.' Specialised professional programs: The MoU aims to establish a comprehensive framework of cooperation between MoF and IMA in the fields of accounting, financial management, and business development, leveraging IMA's expertise and specialised programs to qualify accountants and financial professionals within the Ministry and across federal government entities. Under this MoU, advanced training programs leading to the CMA and FMAA certifications will be offered, enhancing the development of national professional talent in the financial and accounting sector and reinforcing excellence in institutional performance. The MoU also includes collaboration on exchanging professional insights and consulting on international initiatives and trends in business and accounting, supporting the adoption of global best practices and strengthening the UAE's position as an advanced financial centre. The two sides will also work together to organise specialised professional events, including conferences, seminars, workshops, forums and round tables, aimed at bolstering ongoing professional development efforts for accounting and financial management professionals across the country. Institutional excellence: The signing of this MoU builds on the successes of the Ministry's previous initiatives to develop national talent, notably qualifying over 145 Emirati employees in collaboration with other international associations in the areas of accounting standards, public finance and financial sustainability. The MoU with IMA establishes an institutional framework for sustained cooperation that will contribute to raising financial skills within the federal government sector and enhance the sustainability of professional development in the UAE's financial framework.
Al Etihad
06-08-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
MoF partners with Institute of Management Accountants to launch CMA, FMAA certifications
6 Aug 2025 15:21 ABU DHABI (WAM) The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) to launch the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and Financial and Managerial Accounting Associate (FMAA) MoU is part of the Ministry's ongoing efforts to equip national cadres with the highest global professional standards in accounting and financial falls under the Ministry's ambitious initiatives to promote professional excellence in the government financial sector by enabling employees to obtain prestigious international professional certifications that support financial sustainability and leadership in federal MoU signing ceremony took place at the Ministry of Finance headquarters in Abu Dhabi in the presence of Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance; Mariam Mohammed Hassan Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary of Government Finance Management at the Ministry; Amna Hassan Al Shamsi, Director of Financial Policies and Government Accounting Standards at the Ministry; Azza Ali Aljassmi, Director of the Government Communications Department at the Ministry; Ahmad Mkhallati, Senior Director, at the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), Middle East; Amer Abdulhadi Al Ahbabi, President of the IMA Abu Dhabi Chapter and IMA USA Global Board Member; and a number of specialists from both stressed that the new partnership will support the Ministry's strategy aimed at bringing about a paradigm shift in the development of national financial talent, reinforcing leadership in public finance and sustainable development. The Ministry firmly believes in the importance of investing in human capital, and these certifications will help build highly specialised capabilities that support the country's shift towards a knowledge-based, sustainable added, 'Obtaining global professional certifications such as the CMA and FMAA demonstrates the Ministry of Finance's commitment to raising the skills and professional standards of employees in the federal financial sector, as well as enhancing transparency and efficiency in the management of government resources, in line with international best practices.'AlKhoori noted that the launch of these certifications, in collaboration with IMA, is an important milestone in the development of the federal financial work environment, empowering national cadres with the latest knowledge and technical will help enhance their readiness to keep pace with the rapid transformations in public finance and financial analysis and reinforce the foundations of institutional excellence and professional and CEO of IMA, Mike DePrisco, said that this collaboration with the Ministry of Finance represents a milestone in our shared mission to advance the management accounting profession added, 'The UAE has always demonstrated excellence in building a future-ready economy, and by equipping government talent with the CMA and FMAA certifications, the Ministry of Finance is setting a global standard of excellence, accountability, and strategic financial management. We are pleased to collaborate with the Ministry of Finance on this forward-looking initiative aimed at enhancing accounting and finance capabilities.'The MoU aims to establish a comprehensive framework of cooperation between MoF and IMA in the fields of accounting, financial management, and business development, leveraging IMA's expertise and specialised programmes to qualify accountants and financial professionals within the Ministry and across federal government this MoU, advanced training programmes leading to the CMA and FMAA certifications will be offered, enhancing the development of national professional talent in the financial and accounting sector and reinforcing excellence in institutional MoU also includes collaboration on exchanging professional insights and consulting on international initiatives and trends in business and accounting, supporting the adoption of global best practices and strengthening the UAE's position as an advanced financial two sides will also work together to organise specialised professional events, including conferences, seminars, workshops, forums, and round tables, aimed at bolstering ongoing professional development efforts for accounting and financial management professionals across the country. The signing of this MoU builds on the successes of the Ministry's previous initiatives to develop national talent, notably qualifying over 145 Emirati employees in collaboration with other international associations in the areas of accounting standards, public finance, and financial sustainability.
Al Etihad
12-06-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
MoF graduates Emirati cadres specialised programmes in financial sustainability, accounting
12 June 2025 20:46 DUBAI (WAM)The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has organised a graduation ceremony for a group of federal government employees who successfully completed a series of specialised programmes and diplomas in financial sustainability and government accounting as part of the Financial Sustainability and Accounting Capacity Building programmes and diplomas aimed to enhance the participants' readiness for the future and promote best practices in financial management across federal ceremony was attended by the Assistant Undersecretary of Government Finance Management at the Ministry of Finance, Mariam Mohammed Hassan Al Amiri, President of the American University in Dubai, Dr. Kyle Long, and Executive Director, ACCA, Lucia Real Martin GAICD, as well as several department directors from the federal entities and representatives from international academic and professional Amiri stressed that the graduation of a distinguished group of federal government employees from specialised financial programmes and diplomas represents a significant milestone in the Ministry of Finance's journey to prepare qualified Emirati talent to lead the future of public financial management.'This achievement reflects the Ministry's ongoing commitment to developing human capital and equipping them with the tools and knowledge necessary to keep pace with the rapid development in accounting and public finance, in line with international best practices and standards,' she added, 'We are committed to providing an exceptional learning environment, in partnership with leading academic and professional institutions, to ensure the preparation of financial leaders capable of anticipating future trends and addressing challenges with efficiency and professionalism.'She further emphasised that these specialised programmes constitute a fundamental pillar in enhancing the financial governance framework, reinforcing the principles of accountability and sustainable digital transformation, and supporting the strategic objectives of the UAE Government in the field of public financial Dr. Long stressed that the successful completion of the Executive Diploma Programme in Government Financial Policy Sustainability by federal government employees is indeed a significant milestone in their professional added that this achievement reflects their strong dedication to driving the UAE's vision of a sustainable government financial system. Dr. Long also noted that the university is committed to strengthening its partnership with the Ministry of Finance to further support national talent in areas such as artificial intelligence, financial technology, and sustainable policy further said, 'The Executive Diploma Programme exemplifies precisely how universities like ours can meaningfully collaborate with government to build capacity, enhance skills, and ensure sustainability. It aligns with the UAE government's objectives of empowering national talent, enhancing financial efficiency, and advancing digital transformation and AI.'Martin said, 'ACCA is proud to partner with the UAE Ministry of Finance to honour public sector professionals who represent the future of public finance leadership in the UAE. Through ACCA's programme, participants have gained insights into financial management, governance, sustainability, and digital transformation, providing lifelong learning which is vital to staying ahead in a rapidly changing world.'The achievement is part of a comprehensive initiative launched by the Ministry of Finance to strengthen the financial and accounting sustainability capabilities of federal government initiative is implemented in strategic partnerships with leading academic institutions, both local and international, including the American University in Dubai, which hosts the Executive Diploma Programme in Government Financial Policy Sustainability, and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), which delivers globally recognised certifications such as the Certificate in International Public Sector Accounting Standards, Certificate in Public Finance, and the Certificate in Sustainability for ceremony concluded with the honouring of graduates, celebrating their dedication and achievements and recognising their successful journey in acquiring specialised knowledge and practical event highlighted the Ministry of Finance's commitment to developing national talent capable of advancing the UAE's government financial system and embedding global excellence in public financial management.
Mid East Info
12-06-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Ministry of Finance graduates Emirati Cadres Specialised Programmes in Financial Sustainability and Accounting
In line with its strategic vision to develop national talent capable of leading the future of public financial management. 100 federal government employees earn specialised certifications in 2025 The initiative marks a key milestone in the federal project to build financial and accounting capabilities The Ministry of Finance has organised a graduation ceremony for a group of federal government employees who successfully completed a series of specialised programmes and diplomas in financial sustainability and government accounting as part of the Financial Sustainability and Accounting Capacity Building Programme. The programmes and diplomas aimed to enhance the participants' readiness for the future and promote best practices in financial management across federal entities. The ceremony was attended by Her Excellency Mariam Mohammed Hassan Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary of Government Finance Management at the Ministry of Finance, Dr. Kyle Long, President of the American University in Duba and Lucia Real Martin GAICD, Executive Director, ACCA, as well as several department directors from the federal entities and representatives from international academic and professional institutions. Develping government competencies: H.E. Mariam Mohammed Hassan Al Amiri stressed that the graduation of a distinguished group of federal government employees from specialised financial programmes and diplomas represents a significant milestone in the Ministry of Finance's journey to prepare qualified Emirati talent to lead the future of public financial management. 'This achievement reflects the Ministry's ongoing commitment to developing human capital and equipping them with the tools and knowledge necessary to keep pace with the rapid development in accounting and public finance, in line with international best practices and standards,' she stated. Her Excellency added: 'We are committed to providing an exceptional learning environment, in partnership with leading academic and professional institutions, to ensure the preparation of financial leaders capable of anticipating future trends and addressing challenges with efficiency and professionalism.' She further emphasised that these specialised programmes constitute a fundamental pillar in enhancing the financial governance framework, reinforcing the principles of accountability and sustainable digital transformation, and supporting the strategic objectives of the UAE Government in the field of public financial management. Meanwhile, Dr. Kyle Long stressed that the successful completion of the Executive Diploma Programme in Government Financial Policy Sustainability by federal government employees is indeed a significant milestone in their professional journey. He added that this achievement reflects their strong dedication to driving the UAE's vision of a sustainable government financial system. Dr. Long also noted that the university is committed to strengthening its partnership with the Ministry of Finance to further support national talent in areas such as artificial intelligence, financial technology, and sustainable policy development. He further said: 'The Executive Diploma Programme exemplifies precisely how universities like ours can meaningfully collaborate with government to build capacity, enhance skills, and ensure sustainability. It aligns with the UAE government's objectives of empowering national talent, enhancing financial efficiency, and advancing digital transformation and AI.' For his part, Lucia Real Marti, Executive Director, Relationships for ACCA, said: 'ACCA is proud to partner with the UAE Ministry of Finance to honour public sector professionals who represent the future of public finance leadership in the UAE. Through ACCA's programme, participants have gained insights into financial management, governance, sustainability, and digital transformation, providing lifelong learning which is vital to staying ahead in a rapidly changing world.' 'We believe that every finance professional has a key role to play in driving public value and innovation. Together, we are equipping finance professionals with the tools to navigate today's complex economic, regulatory, and technological environments, making them not only technically proficient but also future-ready,' Sarieddine added. Strategic partnerships: The acheivment is part of a comprehensive initiative launched by the Ministry of Finance to strengthen the financial and accounting sustainability capabilities of federal government employees. This initiative is implemented in strategic partnerships with leading academic institutions, both local and international, including the American University in Dubai, which hosts the Executive Diploma Programme in Government Financial Policy Sustainability, and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), which delivers globally recognised certifications such as the Certificate in International Public Sector Accounting Standards, Certificate in Public Finance and the Certificate in Sustainability for Finance. The project is based on benchmark studies and international best practices, ensuring that all programmes meet the highest global standards. It is designed to cultivate a more efficient, future-ready federal financial system, driven by financial analysis, strategic planning, and the integration of digital transformation and artificial intelligence tools. The ceremony concluded with the honouring of graduates, celebrating their dedication and achievements and recognising their successful journey in acquiring specialised knowledge and practical skills. The event highlighted the Ministry of Finance's commitment to developing national talent, capable of advancing the UAE's government financial system and embedding global excellence in public financial management.
Hi Dubai
12-05-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Ministry of Finance Wins Three Global Procurement Awards for Excellence and Innovation
The UAE Ministry of Finance has secured three prestigious 2025 Excellence in Procurement & Supply Awards from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS), reinforcing its position as a leader in government procurement and supply chain management. The Ministry was named 'Overall Winner' among entities from across the MENA region and beyond, in recognition of its advanced digital procurement system, AI integration, and strong governance standards. The awards also spotlight the Ministry's push for sustainability and transparency in public spending. The accolades were presented to Mariam Mohammed Hassan Al Amiri, Assistant Under-Secretary of Government Finance Management, who described the win as a testament to the Ministry's commitment to innovation, integration, and international best practices. 'The CIPS Awards are among the most respected in the field,' said Al Amiri. 'Winning three of them confirms that our strategic focus on sustainability, transparency, and collaboration is delivering real value.' In addition to the top honour, the Ministry received the Best Collaborative Teamwork Project award for its effective cross-functional coordination and role-based teamwork in delivering impactful procurement initiatives. It also won the Sustainable Procurement Project of the Year award for projects that advance environmental and social responsibility and demonstrate strong corporate governance. These achievements reflect the Ministry's ongoing efforts to modernise institutional workflows, elevate procurement standards, and enhance confidence in the UAE's federal systems on the global stage. News Source: Emirates News Agency
