6. Pearling Economy
• Primary
industry to drive
the formation of
coastal villages
of Dubai
*Source: Mayo, A. J., Noriah, N., Mendhro, U., and Cromwell, J. (2010, August 26)
14. Formative Experiences
• Natural Home Birth
– born in Dubai in
1949
• Personality &
Disposition
• Family Influences
• Education / School
• First Job
*Source: “Sheik Mohammed” (2014), Bradley, K (2014)
15. Education
• Age 4 yrs - Private Tutoring in Arabic & Islamic Studies - (1953)
• 6 yrs - Elementary (Primary) School - Al Ahmadiya School (1955)
– Arabic Grammar
– English
– Mathematics
– Geography
– History
• 10 yrs - Al Shaab School (1959)
• 12 yrs - Dubai Secondary School (1961)
• 16 yrs - Easily passed Exams, “graduated” (1964/1965)
• 17 yrs - Enrolled in Bells Language School in Cambridge (1966)
*Source: “Sheikh Mohammed” (2014)
16. Mons Officer Cadet School (OCS)
Graduated, earning the “Sword of Honor” in 1968
23. Forward Thinking
Sheikh Mohammed:
• “I want Dubai to be
number one. Not in the
region, but in the world. . .
Number one in everything:
high education, health,
housing . . . Give my
people the highest way of
living.”
*Source: Mayo et al (2010, August 26)
24. How Vision Was Developed
• Excellence is integral part of Dubai heritage
• Islam encourages perfection in everything
Father: Sheikh Rashid Grandfather: Sheikh Saeed
*Source: Maktoum, M. (2012).
25. 21st Century Aspirations
Leading global tourism
destination
Modern business and
commercial hub
Burj Al Arab Hotel Burj Khalifa
*Source: Mayo et al (2010, August 26)
26. Sheikh Mohammad’s Impact on
Dubai’s Culture and Style
Dubai, Inc. Western Influences
Inspection Ambition
*Source: Mayo et al (2010, August 26)
27. Progressive Vs. Traditional
Sheikh Mohammed
Ruler of Dubai
Sheikh Khalifa
President of UAE
*Source: “UAE National Media Council.” (n.d.)
28. Innovation in a Changing World
Sustainable
Success
Smart
Government
Initiative
Competition
Long-Term
Investments
*Source: “Mohammed bin Rashid's interview with "Dira'a Al Watan" magazine.” (2013, November 29)
29. Quick, Massive Growth
•Inspirational: Emphasizes ACTION
•“Dubai World” founded in 2006
•Works tirelessly to perfect vision, delegates
*Source: Mayo et al (2010, August 26)
31. H.H. Sheikh Mohammed
Framework Table
Intent Means Outcomes
Purpose -Financial
prosperity.
-Rapid
development and
innovation in all
industries.
-Highest standard
of living in the
region.
Vision -Promote the
status of his
people.
-Empowering his
people to achieve
success.
-Global
recognition and
admiration.
*Source: Maktoum, M. (2012), Mayo et al (2010, August 26)
32. Slaves of Dubai
*Source: Mayo et al (2010, August 26), Kaminer, A., & O'Driscoll, S. (2014, May 19).
33. Challenges Faced
Loss of
Culture
*Source: Mayo et al (2010, August 26)
Outdated
Financial
Standards
Economic
Crisis
Sustainability
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