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DSG offers one-day course in institutional performance

  • United Arab Emirates: Monday, June 11 - 2007 at 16:42
  • PRESS RELEASE

The Dubai School of Government (DSG) hosted secretary generals from the Sheikh Khalifa Government Excellence Programme (SKGEP) during a one-day course on development of institutional skills.

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The programme, held at Dusit Dubai Hotel, included two case study presentations by the Dubai Municipality and the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority.

Nabil Alyousuf, Executive President of DSG, said: "The programme is the first to be organised in cooperation with SKGEP to support its drive to improve government sector performance. DSG is providing important tools and knowledge through the application of models of excellence and through the launch of a variety of initiatives and development programmes."

DSG's programme will also include a comprehensive presentation on the design and implementation of a capacity building programme for senior officials as well as quality and excellence teams in the ministries. This is in line with the standards of SKGEP, a programme inspired by the vision of the UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
SKGEP seeks to achieve global standards in government sector performance, through the application of a universal model of excellence. It includes the launch of a variety of initiatives and ongoing development programmes for promoting a culture of creativity, commitment and excellence among public sector employees.

This programme underlines Dubai School of Government's commitment to improve public service and leadership in collaboration with the world's top academic institutions. The Dubai School of Government organises forums and executive education programmes that aim to develop public policy in both the government and the private sectors.
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The Dubai School of Government is a research and teaching institution focusing on public policy in the Arab world. Established in 2004 under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, the school aims to promote good governance by enhancing the region's capacity for effective public policy.

Toward this goal, the Dubai School of Government collaborates with international institutions such as Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government and the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy in its research and training programs. In addition, the school organizes policy forums and international conferences to facilitate the exchange of ideas and promote critical debate on public policy in the Arab world.

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