PwC's Academy's commitment to the development of the region's human capital is highlighted with the appointment by Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD) as an Approved Training Provider

 Dubai, 13 November 2016

PwC’s Academy in the Middle East has announced its appointment by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD) to deliver its certified and globally recognised qualifications for HR practitioners in the UAE. The educational business of PwC Middle East will now deliver both foundational Level 3 and intermediate Level 5 CIPD qualifications.

There are more than 140,000 CIPD members globally, representing the most influential senior HR leaders from world leading organisations as well as the next generation of HR professionals, and currently over 2,000 members in the Middle East (source: CIPD Middle East)

As the UAE transitions to an economy based on production, distribution and use of knowledge and information as part of its Vision 2021 National Agenda, developing human capital will become an increasingly critical element in achieving this goal.  

Outcomes from PwC Middle East Chief Human Resources Officer Survey - Strategy, talent and leadership: the way forward in the ‘new normal’ highlighted the need for HR functions to be more strategic, more effective and more closely aligned with organisations’ corporate goals.

This means that HR practitioners will be best equipped by adopting a blended approach to competency development, part of which will be achieved through formal training and qualifications.

Amanda Line, Partner, PwC’s Academy said: “The CHRO survey highlights the importance of tailoring the HR practices to what businesses need to help achieve their objectives. This requires a shift from a transactional role to a strategic role of ‘business partnering’.  Investing in developing talented HR Professionals, able to pursue a career in HR is an area that must not be neglected.

“The clear demand in the region for internationally recognised HR qualifications has led to PwC’s Academy’s partnership with CIPD. We will now deliver the best and most relevant knowledge, skills and training in the field of HR. We are delighted to be appointed to deliver the CIPD’s qualifications and to play a role in developing the HR profession in the Middle East.”

Matthew Mee, Managing Director, CIPD Middle East said: “PwC’s Academy has a reputation for offering business qualifications of the highest standard, making the Academy an excellent partner for CIPD.  This is a critical time for the Middle East to raise standards in all business disciplines, and HR plays a pivotal role in helping to shape organisations. We are confident that through our partnership with PwC’s Academy, CIPD will continue its contribution to the HR community in the region.”

PwC’s Academy Middle East will deliver both foundational Level 3 and intermediate Level 5 CIPD qualifications in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh. In addition, the Academy offers these qualifications customised as in-house training for organisations across the Middle East. 

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About PwC’s Academy
PwC’s Academy is the educational business of PwC. Our goal is to help improve the knowledge, skills, competence and expertise of people in finance and business; to help organisations across the region grow and retain their talent. Our foundation is our team of expert professionals who convey their wealth of knowledge and the practical experience they have gained within leading organisations around the world.

PwC’s Academy is committed to supporting the sustainable growth of local talent across the region. Our expanding Academy currently operates across the Middle East from six countries: UAE, Oman, Egypt, Lebanon, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. PwC’s Academy in the Middle East is part of a growing network of Academies present in over 30 countries worldwide. We offer a variety of training courses, based on the best practices of PwC Global and the individual experiences of our experts. We constantly adapt our courses to meet the needs of modern business, customising them to our clients’ requirements and assisting our clients in reaching their organisational training and strategic objectives.

About PwC
At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. We are a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 223,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, advisory and tax services. Find out more and tell us what matters to you by visiting us at www.pwc.com.

Established in the Middle East for 40 years, PwC has firms in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, with around 4,000 people. (www.pwc.com/me ).

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About CIPD
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) is the professional body for HR and People development. CIPD is committed to championing better work and working lives, building HR capabilities, shaping ideologies and setting standards for best practices. There are 140,000 CIPD members globally representing the most influential senior HR leaders from the world’s leading organisations and the next generation of HR professionals. CIPD has been setting the benchmark for excellence in HR and Learning and Development for more than 100 years and already has more than 2000 members in the Middle East.

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