MBRSG and FAA Celebrate Graduation of Second Cohort of Government Auditor Programme
Dubai: The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG), in partnership with the Financial Audit Authority (FAA) in Dubai, celebrated the graduation of the second cohort of the ‘Professional Diploma – The Government Auditor’ programme. This initiative was launched to develop the expertise of government auditors, enhance their skills, and prepare them to excel in the field of auditing.
According to Emirates News Agency, a total of 26 graduates representing 16 government entities in Dubai completed the programme and were honoured with the ‘Professional Diploma – The Government Auditor’ certificate, accredited by MBRSG and the FAA in Dubai.
Abdulrahman Al Hareb, Director General of the Financial Audit Authority in Dubai, emphasized the graduates’ dedication and hard work. Their success reflects the commitment to empowering national talent, strengthening capabilities in financial auditing, and reinforcing integrity and transparency in government performance. The programme is fundamental to ensuring adherence to the highest standards of financial auditing and accountability, contributing to greater public trust in the government’s performance and resource management.
Al Hareb noted that the graduates are drivers of change in government institutions, playing a crucial role in achieving the Financial Audit Authority’s goals to enhance institutional performance and financial auditing. The aim is to provide participants with advanced knowledge and practical tools to enhance their auditing skills in managing government financial operations, aligning with Dubai’s vision to promote continuous education and professional development.
Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri, Executive President of MBRSG, stated that their support for the programme, in cooperation with the FAA, reflects the emirate’s commitment to promoting transparency, integrity, and efficiency to deliver the best government services across all sectors. This is vital to improving the customer experience and reinforcing the UAE’s leadership in government excellence.
The programme has successfully prepared distinguished government auditors with specialised skills in financial auditing. By enhancing their capabilities and deepening their knowledge, these graduates are expected to play a pivotal role in enhancing financial auditing and safeguarding public funds.
Designed for recent graduates, candidates for auditing roles, and junior employees with up to two years of experience, the programme focuses on enhancing institutional capacities, improving government auditors’ skills, and retaining top talent. It equips participants with essential skills and practices, supports obtaining relevant certifications, and promotes integrity, transparency, and accountability in the financial auditing landscape.
The programme is divided into two phases: theoretical and practical training, lasting a total of 90 days. Upon successful completion, participants receive a certificate accredited by MBRSG and FAA in Dubai. It includes 27 training modules to enhance both technical and administrative capabilities, covering topics such as future government, UAE’s strategic plans, modern government administration, and effective auditing, among others.