H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has launched the Dubai AI Academy, an ambitious initiative designed to position the emirate at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) education and innovation.
The announcement was made during the inaugural Dubai AI Week 2025, underlining the city's commitment to AI-driven economic growth and technological advancement.
Located within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Innovation Hub, the Dubai AI Academy aims to educate 10,000 emerging and experienced leaders in AI. With backing from the DIFC Academy, the Academy will offer tailored training programs in partnership with prestigious institutions like Oxford University’s Saïd Business School, Udacity, and the Minerva Project.
The Academy’s courses will focus on equipping professionals across various sectors with the knowledge needed to harness AI’s potential. Initial offerings include ‘AI for Civil Service’, designed for government employees, and ‘Leadership in the Age of AI’, which will teach strategic decision-making, ethics, and adaptability in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
The initiative is part of Dubai’s broader vision to double the contribution of AI to its GDP and cement its status as a global AI hub. It aligns with the Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence (DUB.AI) and supports the city’s growing AI, FinTech, and innovation ecosystem.
Through this educational push, Dubai aims to foster a workforce ready to lead in the AI-powered future, driving progress across government, business, and society while enhancing its global competitiveness.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
