Dubai’s Community Development Authority (CDA) has teamed up with the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) to launch the second cohort of the ‘Empowering Future Leaders’ programme. The initiative is designed to equip government leaders with the skills needed to navigate rapid change and drive innovation within the UAE’s public sector.
Quick Facts
- Partnership between Dubai’s CDA and MBRSG.
- Second cohort launched after 22 leaders graduated from the first.
- Programme focuses on data-driven decision-making and institutional innovation.
- Training combines in-person courses, e-learning, and applied projects.
A Strategic Push for Future-Ready Governance
The programme is a direct response to the UAE’s national agenda, which calls for a more flexible, proactive, and knowledge-based government. By focusing on advanced leadership skills, the initiative aims to build a pipeline of talent capable of anticipating challenges and implementing effective, data-backed solutions. The launch was attended by Her Excellency Hessa Bint Essa Buhumaid, Director General of CDA, and His Excellency Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri, Executive President of MBRSG.
The first cohort saw 22 leaders from the CDA successfully complete the programme, developing practical skills that have already led to impactful initiatives within their respective departments. The success of the initial group provided the foundation for launching this second round, reinforcing the shared vision between the two government entities to cultivate leaders who can drive positive transformation.
Investing in Talent for Social Impact
Her Excellency Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid described the programme as an advanced model for investing in Emirati talent, emphasizing its alignment with Dubai’s social goals.
“Through our partnership with the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government, we continue to prepare government leaders who are future aware, capable of anticipating change, and able to design solutions that are closely aligned with community needs,” she stated. “We believe that true leadership is measured by the impact it creates in people’s lives.”
His Excellency Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri highlighted the MBRSG’s commitment to creating executive programmes that meet future demands.
“The programme embodies the School’s vision to arm national leaders with advanced knowledge and tools that enable them to address future challenges,” said H.E. Al Marri. “The emphasis on institutional innovation, strategic planning, and digital leadership aligns with national priorities to build an integrated government ecosystem founded on sustainability and innovation.”
About Empowering Future Leaders
The ‘Empowering Future Leaders’ programme offers a comprehensive training experience through a blend of in-person courses, e-learning modules, and hands-on applied projects. The curriculum spans 50 hours of training, covering critical topics such as institutional management, future foresight, strategic planning, digital leadership, and institutional innovation. Participants develop practical solutions to real challenges within their organizations and present them to specialized committees. The programme also includes direct engagement with executive leaders through ‘Meet a Leader’ sessions and field visits to observe government best practices firsthand.
Source: Zawya
