The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), represented by the Sharjah Training and Development Centre (STDC), has held a business meeting with the University of Navarra, headquartered in Spain, to discuss ways to strengthen strategic cooperation opportunities.
The meeting discussed launching globally accredited training programs in leadership, business, innovation, digital transformation, governance, finance, and technical skills. The initiative reflects the Sharjah Chamber’s commitment to strengthening STDC’s role in delivering advanced programs that boost employee efficiency and support leadership development across public and private sectors.
The meeting, held at SCCI’s headquarters, was attended by Maryam Saif Al Shamsi, Assistant Director General of Support Services Sector at the Sharjah Chamber; Amal Abdullah Al Ali, Director of STDC; Jaime García del Barrio, Vice President of the University of Navarra; and Ramzi Jazmati, Director of development of the University of Navarra in the Middle East and North Africa, along with several officials from both sides.
During the meeting, the Sharjah Training and Development Centre highlighted its key initiatives, including the Strategic Business Leadership Program, which has successfully graduated around 38 participants from both the public and private sectors across its first three editions.
The two sides also explored the implementation framework to launch a joint international training program targeting government employees, private sector professionals, and individuals. The program will be based on the highest global standards in training and qualification, aiming to deliver highly efficient outcomes capable of addressing future challenges.
Maryam Saif Al Shamsi said that the collaboration with the University of Navarra adds significant value to the Sharjah Chamber’s strategic vision of empowering human resources and enhancing their efficiency in line with international best practices.
She explained that STDC is focused on delivering innovative training solutions tailored to the needs of both government and private entities, with the aim of boosting employee performance, advancing strategic planning, and strengthening adaptability to rapid changes in local and global business landscapes.
Al Shamsi added that this cooperation reinforces the Chamber’s vision of positioning Sharjah as a regional hub for training and leadership development, offering access to modern curricula and methodologies that promote innovation and institutional creativity, while also supporting the UAE’s sustainable development goals.
Amal Abdullah Al Ali pointed out that the meeting laid the groundwork for innovative training tracks and pathways designed to meet the evolving needs of both institutions and individuals in the job market, thereby strengthening the capabilities of national professionals and preparing them for future challenges.
She highlighted that the collaboration with the University of Navarra reflects STDC’s commitment to strengthening global partnerships and delivering impactful programs that drive institutional performance and foster workplace innovation. She added that the upcoming programs will target advanced areas including management, strategic leadership, and digital skills, aligned with the needs of the new economy and rapid digital transformation.
The meeting follows a strategic cooperation agreement signed in May between STDC and the University of Navarra in Spain. The agreement seeks to create joint training and academic programs, enable exchange visits for experts and academics, and work toward international accreditation for the Centre’s offerings. This partnership aims to enhance program quality, boost institutional credibility, and align skill development initiatives with global standards in leadership and executive education.
