TRANSFORMING ARAB CITIES

In February 2023, a significant milestone was achieved as the Arab Urban Development Institute (AUDI) and the Project Management Institute (PMI) came together to formalize their collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This strategic partnership was established with the shared objective of harnessing their collective expertise and resources to mutually advance their goals. One of the most important aspects of this cooperation is the joint commitment to enhancing the capabilities and proficiency in the management of municipal projects within the dynamic landscape of Saudi and Arab cities.

The Arab Urban Development Institute has achieved official accreditation as an Authorized Training Partner by the PMI. This makes AUDI the sole institution in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia offering training in project management programs specific to the built environment. This distinguished status allows the Institute to extend its training services to individuals seeking to engage with PMI's programs . Visit our training programs, click here.

The Project Management Institute (PMI), headquartered in the United States, stands as a distinguished global authority in the field of project management. It is dedicated to offering a comprehensive suite of project management services, including the development of standards, research, education, publication, networking-opportunities in local chapters, hosting conferences and training seminars, and providing accreditation in project management. With a vast and diverse membership exceeding half a million certified project managers spanning across 185 countries worldwide, PMI's impact is truly far-reaching.

King Saud University Agreement

To embrace the fundamental values of effective collaboration and recognize the paramount significance of advancing the municipal and urban sector within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, a notable agreement has been officiated between AUDI and King Saud University.

On March 1, 2023, His Highness, the Mayor of Riyadh, and the President of the Arab Urban Development Institute (AUDI), Prince Faisal bin Abdulaziz bin Ayyaf, joined hands with His Excellency, the President of King Saud University (KSA), Dr. Badran bin Abdulrahman Al-Omar, in sponsoring the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

This significant document encompasses a spectrum of collaborative initiatives, including:

• Implementing specialized programs in municipal development.
• Providing studies and research in the urban, economic, social and environmental fields within the scope of Saudi and Arab cities and municipalities
• Organizing national and regional events
• Collaborative training for university graduates and postgraduate researchers

This memorandum establishes a solid framework for a strategic partnership between the university and the institute, piloting their shared interests. Following this pivotal agreement, a diverse array of projects, initiatives, and programs dedicated to the advancement of urban development will be set in motion

In this context, His Highness the President of the Institute, Prince Faisal bin Ayyaf, praised the importance of these agreements, emphasizing their vital role in fostering the growth of municipal initiatives, enhancing institutional capabilities, and facilitating the exchange of knowledge between AUDI, universities and cities. It's worth noting that the institute boasts a membership comprising over 650 Arab municipalities and cities, all which stand to gain great benefit from this partnership.