His Excellency Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, a descendant of the venerable ruling family in the United Arab Emirates. He is currently the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and Chancellor of UAE University.

Education:

• In 1982, His Excellency obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Administration from the UAE University in Al Ain.
• Earned a certificate of graduate studies in the field of aviation from the UK.
• Attended several specialized training courses in Business and Administration in the UK.
• Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan speaks Arabic, English, and French, and loves sports of all kinds, and practices some, making him eligible to assume responsibilities in the field of sports.

Awards and Honors:

• His Excellency obtained the honorary membership of the Royal Aeronautical Society in 1999 and the honor uniform for Pilots and Airmen Union in London city.

His Excellency Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan held several public positions:

• Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research since 2013 to the present.
• Chancellor of the United Arab Emirates University since 2013 to the present.
• Minister of Public Works (February 2004-March 2013).
• Chairman of Sheikh Zayed Housing Program.
• Chairman of National Transport Authority.
• Chairman of National Media Council.
• Chairman of the Higher Committee for UAE Civil Seaports & Airports Security.
• Chairman of the Executive Committee...
  
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