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SHRM Middle East & North Africa.

Welcome to the dynamic world of human resource management in the Middle East, where SHRM MENA guides professionals through the region's complex business landscape. Committed to advancing HR and fostering excellence, SHRM MENA empowers HR practitioners, businesses, and organizations.

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SHRM’s Premier Events: Beyond Networking

Connect with the brightest minds in the industry, where these experiences become the epicenter of your organization’s groundbreaking ideas and a think tank to empower your team to grow, learn and strategize.

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Why Gender Bias Persists Even in Organizations That “Do Everything Right”

This article examines the persistent obstacles hindering organizations’ concerted efforts to curb gender bias and inequality in the workplace.

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Top 3 Recruitment Challenges HR Professionals Face

This article explores some of the biggest recruitment challenges talent acquisition teams face today and the steps they can take to respond effectively.

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Rethinking Talent: Pedigree Vs Potential

While pedigree may provide the initial takeoff, but the potential lies in the runway—it sustains momentum and enables you to reach new heights.

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Beyond Automation: What Changes When HR Uses AI Intentionally

AI doesn’t replace HR—it helps them do what matters most: support people, build culture, and make work better for everyone.

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Positively Impacting 362 Million Workers and Their Families Globally

SHRM equips today’s HR professional with the knowledge, resources, skills, and support to make a true, lasting impact—creating a world of work that works for all. As an HR professional, you are part of this movement. How can you help?

340K+


HR and business leaders impacting more than 362 million employees worldwide.

130K+


SHRM-certified professionals who are transforming the workplace.

26K+


Advocacy Team (A-Team) members representing all 435 congressional districts.

300+


Academic, certification and professional development scholarships and grants to be awarded this year.

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Where HR Excellence Knows No Boundaries

In a rapidly evolving economic environment characterized by cultural diversity, technological innovation, and shifting geopolitical dynamics, the role of HR professionals has never been more crucial. SHRM Middle East recognizes the unique challenges and opportunities facing HR leaders in this region and provides them with the tools, resources, and insights needed to excel in their roles.

Whether it's navigating regulatory frameworks, implementing strategic talent management initiatives, fostering inclusive workplace cultures, or leveraging cutting-edge HR technologies, SHRM Middle East equips its members with the knowledge and skills to drive organizational success in an ever-changing business landscape.

Through a diverse range of educational programs, networking events, research initiatives, and advocacy efforts, SHRM Middle East serves as a hub for collaboration, innovation, and best practices in HR management. By bringing together professionals from across industries and sectors, SHRM Middle East creates a vibrant community where ideas are exchanged, challenges are tackled, and excellence is celebrated.

Join us on this transformative journey as we empower HR professionals in the Middle East to lead with confidence, drive positive change, and shape the future of work in this dynamic region.

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Why SHRM Advisory Solutions?

75 years of SHRM Leadership in HR Research and Capability Building puts us up and center of all things HR, expanding beyond to Capability Building for all and Organization Transformation/Development Initiatives. In the MENA region, SHRM provides end to end HR/OD transformation projects and customized solutions which help navigate organisational challenges and build not only HR but Leadership Strength.

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هل يؤدي الذكاء الاصطناعي إلى زوال الموارد البشرية؟

الإمارات تتوسع في قواعد التوطين لتشمل المزيد من الشركات

الإمارات العربية المتحدة توافق على نظام جديد لمكافآت نهاية الخدمة لموظفي القطاع الخاص

إدارة استخدام وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي والاستفادة منها في مكان العمل

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HR Priorities with AI in workplace

The SHRM MENA Report 2024 delves into the evolving priorities and challenges shaping the HR landscape in the region. It highlights critical areas such as talent acquisition, employee well-being, and performance management, while addressing pressing obstacles like budget constraints and skill shortages. Designed to empower HR professionals, the report provides actionable insights to navigate complexities and drive impactful workforce strategies across the MENA region.

GCC Edition - HR Priorities with AI in the Workplace
GCC Edition
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KSA Edition - HR Priorities with AI in the Workplace
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SHRM Advanced Certificate in HR Management

The SHRM Advanced Certificate in Human Resource Management is specifically designed and customized for HR practitioners who are either at the early stages of their career, have no previous formal education in HR or Business, or those HR professionals aiming to develop a holistic overview of the HR function to enable their transition into the next big break in their professional HR career. 

The Advanced Certificate program is also the first and only program of its kind that is fully offered by the world’s largest HR organization in Arabic in the Middle East region and at this level! Language is no longer a barrier to acquiring the best-in-class knowledge based on the latest HR research, global business environment, and best HR practice!

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Authorized Partners Training Schedule

Please be informed the above list is a comprehensive list of SHRM Authorized partners across the MENA region. Trainees are recommended to check the authenticity of the institute other than the ones mentioned above before enrolling. For more details, please write to shrm.mea@shrm.org

Sept. 1, 2024 | Jordan

SHRM CP/SCP Training with Morgan

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Sept. 2, 2024 | UAE, KSA & Lebanon

SHRM CP/SCP Training with Morgan

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Sept. 15, 2024 | Palestine

SHRM CP/SCP Training with Milestone

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Sept. 16, 2024 | UAE

SHRM ACHRM Training with Meirc Training - UAE

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Sept. 29, 2024 | UAE, KSA & Lebanon

SHRM CP/SCP Training with Morgan

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Sept. 30, 2024 | UAE

SHRM ACHRM Training with Meirc Training - UAE

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Oct. 1, 2024 | Kazakhstan

SHRM CP/SCP Training with Asset HR

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Oct. 1, 2024 | Azerbaijan

SHRM CP/SCP Training with Fireworks

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Oct. 19, 2024 | Pakistan

SHRM CP/SCP Training with HR Metrics

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Oct. 20, 2024 | KSA

SHRM ACHRM Training with Tharwah

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Nov. 11, 2024 | UAE

SHRM ACHRM Training with Meirc Training - UAE

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Nov. 21, 2024 | Kazakhstan

SHRM ACHRM Training with Asset HR

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Nov. 24, 2024 | KSA

SHRM ACHRM Training with Tharwah

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Dec. 29, 2024 | KSA

SHRM ACHRM Training with Tharwah

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SHRM’s Premier Events: Beyond Networking

Connect with the brightest minds in the industry, where these experiences become the epicenter of your organization’s groundbreaking ideas and a think tank to empower your team to grow, learn and strategize.

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October 26 - 29, 2025

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San Diego, CA & Virtual

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SHRM 24 Annual Conference in San Diego, June 29 - July 2, 2025
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June 29 - July 02, 2025

San Diego & Virtual

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SHRM Talent 2026

April 19 - 22, 2026

Dallas, TX & Virtual

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