The Continuing Education Center (CEC) of the University of Business and Technology (UBT) in Jeddah organized, in collaboration with the American Academy of Project Management (AAPM), two international certified programs. A four-day Certified Human Resources Analyst (CHRA) program conducted by German HR expert Rolf Hartung while another four-day program, the Certified International Project Manager (CIPM), was conducted by UK Project Management expert Mark Reeson. Participating in these programs were delegates from various Saudi companies and industries. Dr. Amir Dhia, CEC director general, told Saudi Gazette that the center was also organizing the Master Construction Project Manager Charter Certification (MCPM) in collaboration with AAPM on May 21-24, the International Certificate in Advanced Leadership Skills (ICALS) in collaboration with LEORON Professional Development Institute from May 29 to June 2, the Chartered Certification in Talent Management (CCTM) in collaboration with the Global Academy of Finance and Management (GAFM) on June 4-6, and Master Customer Service in June. All the programs will be held at CEC Premises located on the King Road Tower in Jeddah and in line with UBT mission of providing "education for job opportunities." — SG
