Sharjah Chamber Completes Strategic Leadership Programme At Prestigious UK Universities

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), through its Sharjah Training and Development Centre (STDC), has wrapped up the Strategic Leadership Programme in the UK. This initiative, in collaboration with Harris Manchester College at the University of Oxford, highlights SCCI's dedication to enhancing national skills and preparing future leaders with top-tier practices in leadership, innovation, and sustainability.

Participants, a select group of promising executives, embarked on an intensive five-day journey filled with interactive workshops and curated field visits. The programme aimed to refine their skills and leadership capabilities, equipping them to navigate rapidly changing global markets while anticipating economic and technological shifts. This comprehensive educational experience was designed to enhance their ability to respond effectively to major global economic changes.

Maryam Saif Al Shamsi, Assistant Director General of the Support Services Sector at SCCI, emphasised that hosting this programme at two prestigious universities marks a strategic milestone. She stated, "The programme's carefully structured modules were designed to provide participants with advanced leadership tools to drive institutional transformation and respond effectively to major shifts in the global economy, reinforcing Sharjah’s position as a leading hub for business and innovation."

Amal Abdullah Al Ali, Director of STDC, highlighted that the programme offered a holistic educational experience. It combined academic study with exclusive field visits to leading industrial institutions like the BMW MINI Plant and notable colleges within the University of Oxford such as New College. This blend aimed to broaden participants' perspectives on industrial innovation, academic excellence, and cultural heritage.

The programme began at the University of Oxford with interactive workshops focusing on leadership traits and modern frameworks within global markets. Discussions emphasised strategic leadership's role in enhancing organisational competitiveness. Four intensive workshops explored the technological landscape of 2025 and AI startups' influence on future work environments. These sessions also underscored cybersecurity's critical role in safeguarding businesses within interconnected digital systems.

Further sessions delved into emerging trends in AI technologies and their strategic implications. The discussions concluded with an extensive discourse on environmental challenges. Participants appreciated this enriching learning journey that empowered them to connect global trends with local strategies, particularly in AI, sustainability, and contributions to the UAE’s digital transformation.

This initiative reflects SCCI's vision to invest in human capital by preparing globally capable leaders. By providing advanced leadership tools through structured modules, it reinforces Sharjah’s status as a prominent hub for business and innovation.

With inputs from WAM