Amman: The American Board for Innovative Training and Developing Leaders on Wednesday inaugurated its first academy in the Middle East, choosing Jordan as its official headquarters, in the presence of a group of academics, administrative leaders, and representatives of the training and development sector.
According to Jordan News Agency, Chairman of the Supreme Board of Directors of the American Board for Innovative Training and Developing Leaders, Mohammed Aboshbaa, highlighted that the opening of the academy in Jordan marks a pivotal milestone in the institution's regional expansion. This initiative reflects the board's commitment to transferring the American experience in training and professional development, adhering to the highest international standards. The programs offered by the academy aim to prepare qualified cadres capable of competing in both local and global markets.
Regional Director of the American Board and Chairman of its Palestine branch, Muhannad Abu Shamma, emphasized that the selection of Jordan as the regional headquarters reflects confidence in Jordanian competencies and their ability to lead in the field of professional training. He noted that the coming phase will witness broader regional cooperation among the board's branches, aiming to serve Arab youth and enhance their readiness for the labor market.
Agent of the American Board in Jordan, Ali Otoom, pointed out that Jordan was chosen due to its strategic location and distinguished educational environment. He stated that the academy will help bridge the gap between academic education and labor market requirements through applied and professionally oriented programs that are accredited internationally.
Chairman of the Qatar branch, Hani Fayez Hamad, stressed the importance of the American Board's role in developing the region's vocational training system. He explained that accredited professional certificates are becoming the option of the future amidst rapid economic and technological transformations, and that the board's branches operate under a unified vision to achieve global-quality training.
Director of the American Board Office in Jordan, Reem Abu Alhijaa, presented an overview of the academy's vision, mission, and goals in promoting innovative professional training. She mentioned that the academy will offer specialized programs and international professional certificates that contribute to empowering individuals and raising their professional competence. She invited those interested in learning more and registering to visit the American Board's website in Jordan.
On the sidelines of the inauguration, attendees underscored the importance of the American Board in investing in human potential and signing partnerships with training institutions. They highlighted the credibility of its Jordan branch, noting its role in creating job opportunities and increasing income, especially as some individuals had previously encountered attempts by fake entities bearing the same name.
The American Board also announced the launch of a campaign to expand the number of accredited academies as part of its strategy to strengthen its presence in Jordan and the region. It plans to sign a number of partnership and cooperation agreements with academies and training centers to officially accredit them within its system, ensuring unified quality standards, improving training programs, and granting internationally recognized professional certificates.
The American Board is a professional, educational, training, and consulting institution accredited in the United States. It aims to qualify competencies globally through specialized programs and international professional certificates that are officially certifiable, contributing to aligning training outcomes with labor market requirements.