HBMSU’s School of Business and Quality Management Receives SHRM Academic Alignment Recognition for its Human Resource Management Programs

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University’s School of Business and Quality Management has received academic alignment recognition from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) for its Bachelor of Business and Human Resource Management and Master of Human Resource Management programs.

The recognition reflects the alignment of HBMSU’s human resource management programs with SHRM’s internationally recognized HR curriculum standards and professional competency framework. It also supports learners and HR professionals by connecting their academic learning journey with SHRM-recognized professional development pathways, including eligibility for Professional Development Credits, where applicable and in accordance with SHRM requirements.

His Excellency Dr. Mansoor Al Awar, Chancellor of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University, said: “This recognition by the world’s largest human resource management association reflects HBMSU’s commitment to delivering academic programs that are relevant, future-focused, and aligned with international professional standards. It further reinforces the strength of our smart learning ecosystem and our continuous pursuit of academic excellence, quality, and practical relevance.

At HBMSU, we believe that higher education must go beyond knowledge delivery. It must empower learners with the competencies, professional confidence, and applied capabilities required to lead in rapidly evolving sectors. The alignment of our Human Resource Management programs with SHRM standards demonstrates our commitment to preparing future-ready HR professionals who can contribute meaningfully to institutional performance, talent development, and workplace transformation.”

His Excellency added: “This achievement is fully aligned with the University’s strategic direction, which focuses on innovation in learning, lifelong learning, skills development, and the integration of practical competencies within academic programs. It also reflects our commitment to strengthening the connection between academic learning and professional practice, enabling our learners to compete confidently in local, regional, and global labour markets.”

The SHRM academic alignment recognition provides HBMSU learners and HR professionals with an added professional advantage by supporting their engagement with internationally recognized HR standards and professional development requirements. Certified professionals may also benefit from eligible HBMSU HR-related learning activities as part of their SHRM recertification journey, subject to SHRM’s applicable rules and procedures.

The Society for Human Resource Management is one of the world’s leading professional associations in the field of human resource management, serving HR professionals and advancing workplace practices globally. SHRM certification holders are required to maintain their credentials through recertification, including earning Professional Development Credits over a three-year cycle.

Professor Rock-Antoine Mehanna, Dean of HBMSU’s School of Business and Quality Management, said: “We are proud of this recognition, which represents an important milestone for the School of Business and Quality Management. It reflects the quality and relevance of our Human Resource Management programs and confirms our commitment to designing academic offerings that respond to industry needs and professional expectations.

Through these programs, we aim to equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and applied capabilities required to build successful careers in human resource management and to contribute effectively to the future of work.”

The recognition comes in line with HBMSU’s strategic focus on developing innovative, skills-based, and professionally relevant academic programs. It also supports the University’s broader vision of strengthening lifelong learning, advancing smart education, and preparing learners for a future shaped by innovation, digital transformation, and evolving workplace needs.

By aligning its Human Resource Management programs with SHRM standards, HBMSU continues to reinforce its role as a leading smart learning institution committed to academic excellence, professional relevance, and the development of future-ready talent.