Dubai Police Debuts Unique 'Police Innovation And Leadership' Diploma Program
The Dubai Police has recently inaugurated the first "Police Innovation and Leadership" (PIL) Diploma program, marking a significant stride in law enforcement training and development. This pioneering initiative has drawn the participation of 46 officers from 31 different countries, reflecting its global appeal and the international interest in Dubai's innovative approach to policing and leadership.
Brigadier Badran Saeed Al Shamsi, Acting Assistant Commandant for Academic and Training Affairs, highlighted that this initiative is in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai. It also follows the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, aiming to foster excellence, leadership, and a competitive edge on a global scale for Dubai.
This unique diploma, the first of its kind in the region, springs from the directives of His Excellency General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police. It is designed to showcase the Dubai Police’s commitment to investing in human resources at both the local and international levels. This effort is part of the broader UAE ambition to lead in innovation and development, striving to position the country among the best in the world by the UAE Centennial 2071.
Brigadier Mohammed Ateeq Thani, who serves as the Director of the Training Centers Department at the General Department of Training and the Project Director, mentioned that the PIL diploma has successfully attracted police leaders from across the globe. He attributes this to Dubai’s reputation as a leader in security, innovation, and quality of life. The diploma encompasses an academic program, specialised training, and quality of life pillars. It includes lectures from 30 internationally recognised experts, offering a total of 586 training hours over a span of 16 weeks.
Colonel Dr. Mansour Hassan Al Balushi, the Acting Deputy Director of the Dubai Police Academy and Head of the Academic Program Team for the PIL Diploma, shed light on the collaboration with the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). This partnership aims to focus on leadership, innovation, and future security sciences. Dr. Al Balushi elaborated that the program comprises eight subjects designed to equip police leaders with advanced skills in these crucial areas, preparing them for the future challenges of law enforcement and leadership.
The launch of the "Police Innovation and Leadership" Diploma by the Dubai Police, in collaboration with the Rochester Institute of Technology in Dubai, represents a significant milestone in the evolution of police training and development. It underscores Dubai’s commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and leadership within the law enforcement community, setting a new standard for police training programs worldwide.
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