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Leaders Edge Programme

We have Emirati cadres that we consider a national asset for development. Through their ability to forecast the future and analyze the global changes, we will achieve global financial sector leadership.

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE

The Programme Objectives

Preparing national leaders capable of leading the future of the government financial sector.

Supporting the achievement of the UAE Centennial 2071 goals.

Enhancing strategic decision-making and effective leadership skills.

Establishing a culture of innovation, adaptability, and collaboration in the government work environment.

Supporting the public finance sector by investing in human capital.

Contributing to achieving the UAE Vision "We the UAE 2031."

The Programme Phases

Leadership by Action

Advanced Leadership Bootcamp
Building Growht Mindset
Advanced Communication Skills
Building Your Leadership Brand

Influential Leadership

Transformational Leadership
Decision Making for Complex and Digital Environment
The Effective and Influential Leaders
Leaders as a Coach

Targeted Group

The Programme targets department heads and outstanding employees at the Ministry, aiming to enhance their capabilities in strategic planning and thinking, decision-making, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and effective communication frameworks.

Impact and vision

By investing in human capital, the Leaders Edge Programme enahnces the continuous development of government leaders equipped to drive transformation and innovation in financial management, while maintaining the UAE’s global leadership in the financial sector.

Enabling Future Leaders in Public Finance

The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) has launched the Leaders Edge Programme, aiming to prepare a new generation of young national leaders capable of efficiently and innovatively managing the future of the government financial sector. The Programme aims to develop leadership, behavioural, and professional skills, establish a base of distinguished talent within the ministry, and support the career paths of employees, enhancing the sustainability of government work and supporting the country’s future vision.

The first cycle of the Leaders Edge Programme (2023-2024) was implemented in cooperation with the University of Arizona (Eller Executive Education). The Programme lasted for 12 months, during which, ten promising female leaders were equipped to shape the future of the government financial sector.

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