HBMSU and EGA forge partnership to drive sustainability & digital transformation

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) have formalised a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration aims to enhance opportunities in talent acquisition, professional development, scientific research focused on sustainability, and initiatives in digital transformation.

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The MoU was signed by Khalid Essa Buhumaid, Senior Vice President of EGA, and Athba Al Kamdah, Vice Chancellor of Institutional Resources & Services at HBMSU. The signing ceremony was attended by college deans, university administrators, and key representatives from EGA.

About the partnership

The partnership also includes sponsoring talented learners and innovators and supporting the development of essential skills, contributing to the growth and innovation of the UAE's industrial and educational sectors.

The MoU underscores HBMSU's dedication to forging strategic partnerships with prominent companies and organisations, crucial for enhancing educational experiences and empowering graduates to pursue successful careers. Through this collaboration, EGA aims to leverage the university's advanced educational environment to strengthen its commitment to social responsibility.

Athba Al Kamdah, Institutional Resources & Services Vice Chancellor at HBMSU, said, "We welcome this collaboration with Emirates Global Aluminium, which reflects the university's dedication to establishing strategic partnerships with national entities. This alliance enhances our capacity to optimally prepare learners by equipping them with the essential skills required to excel in their future professional endeavours. By providing educational and training experiences of the highest calibre, we aim to cultivate future leaders capable of making significant contributions to entities and companies that drive the national economy. This is in line with our university's mission to nurture a generation that not only possesses the requisite competencies and skills but also demonstrates the ability to innovate sustainably."

Partnership to offer internships & scholarships

The partnership will provide HBMSU learners with structured pathways for internships and scholarships at EGA, offering valuable industry exposure and career-building opportunities. Additionally, HBMSU and EGA will collaborate on research projects aimed at promoting sustainable practices and innovations, emphasising the development of sustainable solutions within the UAE. Digital transformation is another key focus, with HBMSU's Cloud Campus platform facilitating customised learning paths to equip learners with critical digital skills.

This MoU reinforces HBMSU's mission to foster a dynamic, forward-thinking educational environment and solidifies its position as a centre of excellence that supports both academic and professional growth. By prioritising practical, sustainable learning outcomes, this partnership embodies the shared commitment of HBMSU and EGA to innovation, sustainability, and empowering youth to contribute to the UAE's progress toward a more sustainable and innovative future.

Khalid Essa Buhumaid, Senior Vice President of EGA, said, "For decades, Emirates Global Aluminium has been committed to creating employment opportunities for young Emiratis and cultivating their skills. Our aim is to empower the next generation of leaders, bolster the company's competitive edge, and foster growth within the UAE's industrial sector. We look forward to working with Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University to accelerate the pace of Emiratisation within our organisation."