Dubai: Heads of several prominent global universities affirmed that the leadership journey of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, represents a unique model of strategic and inspirational leadership capable of transforming ambitious visions into tangible projects that drive sustainable development and accelerate innovation and creativity across all sectors.
According to Emirates News Agency, this affirmation was made during the signing of Memoranda of Understanding with the Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Leadership Development (MBRCLD) to launch a Leadership Programme and conduct Dubai Leadership Research, inspired by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid’s journey in leadership and management. The MoUs aim to develop research and specialised case studies that document Dubai’s exceptional transformation under H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid’s leadership, and highlight his philosophy and approach to governance and development.
The memoranda, signed during the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum, stipulate the production of Dubai Leadership Research. Tailored for MBA and executive education programmes, the research will serve as a global reference in inspirational leadership and decision-making, and will be incorporated into conferences, workshops, and academic platforms to amplify its knowledge impact and establish H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid’s leadership experience as an inspirational model from East to West.
This initiative comes through a collaboration between the MBRCLD and universities, including Georgetown University, IESE, IMD, INSEAD, and HEC Paris. Paul Almeida, Dean and William R. Berkley Chair at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, highlighted that the leadership philosophy of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid is defined by bold decision-making, strategic foresight, and an unwavering commitment to human-centred development, serving as a dynamic model for global leadership.
Pablo Martin de Holan, Dean of HEC Paris, Doha, expressed the privilege of collaborating with MBRCLD in advancing the visionary leadership model of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. He noted that this partnership is not just a joint initiative but a shared commitment to shaping visionary leadership excellence for Dubai and the UAE, while also contributing to global knowledge.
Andrea Montalvo, Associate Dean for Executive Education at IESE Business School, shared excitement about working with MBRCLD to prepare a comprehensive case study on Dubai, focusing on innovation, outcomes, and nurturing talent under the leadership of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid. David Bach, President of IMD, emphasized the impact-focused nature of their collaboration on a leadership case study that captures the vision and impact of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid.
Mark Mortensen, Associate Dean for the Middle East Campus and Professor of Organisational Behaviour at INSEAD, reiterated INSEAD’s dedication to developing leaders who shape the future with vision and impact. Through collaboration with MBRCLD, INSEAD examines Dubai’s transformative journey of innovation and sustainable growth, integrating these insights to equip current and future leaders with the knowledge to drive positive change globally.