Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government launches a Master’s program in Innovation Management and Artificial Intelligence Governance

Yesterday, the Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government launched the Master’s program “Innovation Management and Artificial Intelligence Governance,” in a step considered the first of its kind in the world in the field of integrating government policies, innovation governance, and artificial intelligence, with the aim of preparing a new generation of leaders capable of building flexible governments that keep pace with the requirements of the future in the era of accelerating digital transformation. The program allows students to join it full-time for 18 months, or part-time for two years.

The CEO of the Mohammed bin Rashid College of Government, Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri, said: “The program seeks to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical application, ensuring the preparation of cadres capable of leading responsible initiatives that enhance human development and create sustainable public value.” He stressed that the program supports the objectives of the National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031, in addition to the government’s directions towards transforming 50% of federal government sectors, services and operations into self-executing and driving models based on artificial intelligence.

The Master’s program “Innovation Management and Artificial Intelligence Governance” offers an integrated academic curriculum that combines innovation management, artificial intelligence governance, public policies, and strategic leadership practices, through an approach that combines theoretical foundations, practical application, experiential learning, and the development of leadership and personal skills. The program also provides participants with project-based learning opportunities in cooperation with leading international institutions.

The program consists of 180 credit hours, including 120 study hours and 60 hours dedicated to the thesis, and is characterized by flexibility to suit the needs of professionals through a mixture of virtual and in-person sessions during the weekends.

The program also gives participants the opportunity to learn about best global practices, through optional field visits to technology centers, embassies and international organizations, which enhances their understanding of regional priorities and deepens their experience in the areas of proactive governance and shaping the future.

Dr. Ali Al-Marri:

• The “program” seeks to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical application.