This distinguished philanthropic initiative centres on the establishment of the Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor Chair in Business Sciences at Zayed University, funded through a generous AED 10 million endowment. The agreement was signed by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan and Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing higher education and academic excellence in the United Arab Emirates.
The endowed chair is designed to strengthen research and teaching within the field of business sciences, with a particular emphasis on risk management—an increasingly vital discipline in today’s complex economic landscape. By supporting specialised research and attracting leading academic talent, the initiative enhances the university’s capacity to generate innovative solutions to contemporary challenges.
Beyond its academic contribution, the project underscores the importance of collaboration between the public and private sectors. It reflects deeply rooted Emirati values of giving, solidarity, and social responsibility, demonstrating how strategic investments in education can contribute to long-term national development.
The primary beneficiaries include students, researchers, and academic staff at Zayed University, as well as the wider business community in the UAE. The initiative helps cultivate a new generation of highly skilled professionals equipped with the knowledge and analytical capabilities required to support sustainable growth.
This endowment promotes intellectual advancement, economic resilience, and social stability. It also reinforces the role of education as a cornerstone of peace and progress, positioning the UAE as a regional leader in knowledge-based development and innovation.
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Al Habtoor gives Zayed University Dh10m endowment for research
"Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor’s initiative to establish a chair in Business Sciences at Zayed University represents a pioneering model for the nation’s citizens, promoting the deeply rooted values of tolerance and loyalty within Emirati society."
— Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor
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