Transguard Education Academy launches Dubai's first ICAO Management Certified Programme

The MCP course, regarded as one of the most prestigious courses in aviation security, aims to develop management skills and aviation security knowledge. The first classroom session of the 12-week course, coordinated and supported by Transguard Education Academy, was held recently at Emirates Aviation College with 14 participants from seven countries.

HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman & Chief Executive Emirates Group, said:

"The MCP course is a shining example of an effective management course in aviation security which improves management practices. We are delighted to bring this course to Dubai for the first time."

The course, administered by academics from Concordia University of the U.S.A and ICAO practitioners, has participants from Australia, Lebanon, Nigeria, Mauritius, Singapore, Yemen and the UAE. It comprises two weeks of classroom sessions, separated by 10 weeks of distance learning.

Jalal Haider, Regional Director ICAO, said: "The relationship between ICAO and Transguard Education Academy in conducting this course will help improve educational and professional development opportunities for the industry at a regional level. We hope this course is the first of many involving Transguard and ICAO."

Transguard Education Academy has worked closely with ICAO and Concordia University to bring the MCP course to Dubai and will pursue initiatives to make the course a permanent part of its programme, enabling further development of curricula based on international understanding of security studies.

Transguard, Emirates Group's security services provider, offers ground-handling of high-value cargo for all airlines at Dubai International Airport, as well as state-of-the-art, reliable and cost-effective security solutions of an international standard to most of the premier banks operating in the region.