Sobha Group Signs MoU with Project Management Institute (PMI) to Boost Project Management Capabilities

Sobha and PMI Sign Strategic Partnership on Project Management Excellence

Sobha Group and the Project Management Institute (PMI) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen project management capabilities, accelerate professional development, and promote globally recognized best practices across the group.

The MoU was signed by Francis Alfred, Managing Director of Sobha Realty and Hanny Alshazly, Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa at Project Management Institute, during an official ceremony attended by senior representatives from both organisations.

Focus on Workforce Development and Knowledge Sharing

The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration focused on workforce capability development, knowledge sharing, and industry engagement. Under this partnership, Sobha Group's professionals will gain access to PMI's project management standards, certifications, learning resources, and professional development opportunities.

Sobha Group and PMI will pursue knowledge-sharing initiatives, executive participation in industry forums, and opportunities to document and share leading practices through joint case studies and thought leadership.

Strategic Alignment Between Organizations

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to developing future-ready talent and driving project excellence. Francis Alfred, Managing Director of Sobha Realty, stated: "At Sobha, the quality of every project begins with the capability of the people. This partnership with PMI reflects our commitment to investing in their continued growth through globally acclaimed management skills, professional certifications, and learning pathways."

About the Partners

Sobha Developers was founded in 1995 by PNC Menon, headquartered in Bangalore. The entity is a multinational, multiproduct group with developments and investments in the UAE, India, and UK.

Since 1969, PMI has been the leading authority in project management, empowering professionals with knowledge, certifications, and community to lead successful projects. PMI serves more than five million professionals including over 680,000 members in 217 countries and territories around the world.