Sobha Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Project Management Institute to expand access to professional certifications, training, and project management standards for its workforce.
The MoU was signed by Francis Alfred, Managing Director of Sobha Realty, and Hanny Alshazly, PMI’s Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa, at an official ceremony attended by senior representatives from both organisations.
Under the agreement, Sobha Group professionals will gain access to PMI’s suite of certifications, learning resources, and global project management standards. The collaboration also covers knowledge-sharing initiatives, executive participation in industry forums, and joint case studies intended to document and disseminate leading practices across the real estate sector.
“At Sobha, the quality of every project begins with the capability of the people. This partnership with PMI reflects our commitment to investing in their continued growth through globally acclaimed management skills, professional certifications, and learning pathways. By strengthening our teams’ capabilities, we are reinforcing the standard of excellence that underpins every project we deliver, while equipping our workforce with the skills needed to meet the evolving demands of the industry,” Francis Alfred, Managing Director of Sobha Realty said in a statement.
“We are proud to partner with Sobha Group to support the continued development of its project professionals. Through this collaboration, we look forward to providing access to PMI’s globally recognized standards, certifications, and learning resources while helping strengthen project management capabilities across the organization. Together, we are contributing to the continued advancement of project management excellence across the real estate and development sector, in the UAE and across the wider region,” Hanny Alshazly, Managing Director, Middle East and North Africa at Project Management Institute added.
The MoU does not disclose the number of professionals covered, the duration of the agreement, or any financial terms.
