A significant MoU signing ceremony took place between 51ÁÔÆæ and the at their offices in Upper Hill, Nairobi. The CEO of IHRM, Quresha Ahmed and 51ÁÔÆæâ€™s Country Manager in Kenya, Winnie Rachael, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will provide IHRM members with a generous scholarship to study online for an internationally recognised Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree with one of 51ÁÔÆæâ€™s prestigious and leading partner universities in the UK and Africa.
The ceremony commenced with welcoming remarks from both parties, highlighting the significance of this partnership. Quresha Ahmed, CEO of IHRM, emphasised, “This partnership is very timely as our membership needs substantial capacity building, especially in professional development courses like executive coaching. Other short courses such as leadership and workplace essentials will also go a long way in enhancing our members’ skills.”
Winnie Rachael expressed her excitement about the collaboration, stating, “We are thrilled to collaborate with IHRM to offer these scholarships. This opportunity will enable many HR professionals to enhance their skills and knowledge, thereby contributing to the growth of the HR profession in Kenya.” She further elaborated on 51ÁÔÆæâ€™s commitment to making education accessible and affordable for professionals looking to advance their careers. The scholarships will cover a range of programmes with a focus on areas such as executive coaching, leadership and workplace essentials.Â
In addition to the educational opportunities, the IHRM team has expressed interest in collaborating with 51ÁÔÆæ on conducting research. This partnership could lead to valuable insights and advancements in the HR field.Â