Beirut, Lebanon – May 22, 2026: Project Management Institute (PMI), the leading authority in project success, and the Modern University for Business and Science (MUBS), a world-class university committed to developing conscientious leaders, are proud to announce the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The MoU was signed by Prof. Nael Alami, Vice President at MUBS, and Hanny Alshazly, Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa at the Project Management Institute, represented by Dania Chaar, PMI MENA Chapter Engagement Specialist. The signing took place in the presence of PMI Lebanon Chapter President Riam Chazbeck; VP of Professional Development Paul Awkar; and PMI MENA Regional Communications Lead Celine Nehme. The MUBS delegation included Dr. Mohamad Nehme, Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Business Administration; Raja Abdullah, British Programme Manager; and Sara Abou Hamdan, External Recruitment and Admission Officer at MUBS and VP of Membership at the PMI Lebanon Chapter, who facilitated the partnership.
This partnership aims to strengthen collaboration between PMI and MUBS in advancing project management education, professional development, and knowledge exchange. Through the MoU, both parties will work together to share best practices, co-develop case studies and publications, and explore opportunities for participation in regional and global events. PMI will support MUBS through access to professional learning resources, certifications, and a potential co-branded digital learning platform designed to enhance the credentialing journey of students and employees. MUBS, in turn, will foster a stronger project management community by promoting PMI memberships and certifications, supporting student engagement initiatives, and facilitating educational and professional development activities that empower future leaders with globally recognized project management capabilities.
“At MUBS, we are committed to empowering students through quality education that inspires critical thinking, innovation, and leadership. Our partnership with PMI reflects a shared commitment to advancing professional development and empowering future generations to drive meaningful impact in Lebanon, across the region and beyond,” said Prof. Nael Alami, Vice President at MUBS.
“This partnership reflects the shared vision between PMI and MUBS to empower youth in Lebanon and equip the next generation with the skills, mindset, and opportunities needed to lead with impact. Together, we are committed to fostering lifelong learning, innovation, community engagement, and sustainable development while preparing future leaders to thrive in a rapidly evolving world,” said Hanny Alshazly, Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa at PMI.
About MUBS:
The Modern University for Business and Science (MUBS) is a fully accredited Lebanese not-for-profit university founded in 2000, with its main campus in Damour. Committed to excellence in teaching, research, and the development of conscientious leaders, MUBS serves students from diverse social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds, preparing them to meet the challenges of the 21st century through critical thinking, community engagement, and a lifelong passion for learning and innovation.
About Project Management Institute (PMI):
PMI is the leading authority in project success. Since 1969, PMI has shone a light on the people and advanced practices behind successful projects. Supported by a global community of millions of project professionals and by thousands of corporations, government agencies, and academic institutions, PMI provides the knowledge, resources, and certifications to lead projects and transformations effectively and responsibly. Join PMI in elevating our world – one project at a time. Connect with us at www.pmi.org, linkedin.com/company/projectmanagementinstitute, on Instagram @pmi_org, and on TikTok @PMInstitute.