DUBAI: Dubai Academic Health Corp. (DAHC), the first academic health system in Dubai, has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Oxford University’s Saïd Business School to collaborate on executive education programs and research initiatives.
This partnership aims to enhance leadership capabilities and identify emerging leaders within the DAHC organization, as reported by Emirates News Agency on Monday.
Under the terms of the agreement, Oxford Saïd will play a vital role in strengthening leadership qualities and recognizing talented individuals across the DAHC system.
The collaboration aligns with the DAHC’s five-year strategic plan, which mainly focuses on developing programs to attract, nurture, and retain valuable healthcare professionals, administrators, clinical educators, and scientists.
Key areas of emphasis for the partnership include quality improvement, digital deployment and innovation, healthcare value development, and clinical governance.
By leveraging Oxford Saïd’s expertise, the DAHC aims to enhance its in-house leadership capacity and foster joint research projects.
Collaboration to shape healthcare landscape in Dubai
Prof. Alawi Alsheikh-Ali, Chief Academic Officer of the DAHC, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “We are collaborating with one of the world’s top business schools to unlock the true potential of our team.
These strategic programs will definitely serve as a catalyst, empowering our team to improve capacity and reach new heights as we start a remarkable journey to impact lives and shape the healthcare landscape in Dubai and beyond.”
Dr. Eleanor Murray, Associate Dean for Executive Education at Oxford Saïd, highlighted the school’s commitment to fostering excellence in leadership development.
She emphasized the excitement generated by the opportunity to collaborate with the DAHC, with the shared objective of enhancing healthcare delivery quality to the population of Dubai. Dr. Murray expressed her anticipation for the progress and outcomes of this joint endeavour.
The partnership between the DAHC and Oxford Saïd Business School signifies a significant step toward advancing leadership capabilities in the healthcare sector.
By harnessing the combined expertise and resources of both institutions, the aim is to drive positive change and elevate healthcare standards in Dubai. As this collaboration unfolds, it is expected to make a lasting impact on the healthcare landscape, benefiting patients and professionals alike.
