Dubai is taking human resources to the next level with the launch of ‘Research Awards 2025’, an electrifying initiative by the Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) that aims to revolutionize HR practices through groundbreaking research. Forget dull reports and outdated policies—this competition is designed to ignite innovation, challenge conventional wisdom, and reshape the future of workplace management.
Partnering with some of the biggest academic powerhouses, including Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University, and Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai (RIT Dubai), the DGHR has opened the doors for students and government employees to dive into cutting-edge research that tackles some of the most pressing issues in human resources. The themes? Everything from workplace skills and lifelong learning to employee well-being, HR policies, and futuristic workforce management.
This isn’t just another research contest—it’s a full-fledged battle of ideas. The DGHR wants game-changing insights, data-driven strategies, and visionary approaches that will redefine how HR departments operate in Dubai and beyond. To up the stakes, the winner will take home AED 25,000, alongside a certificate of appreciation, a commemorative shield, and publication in a scientific journal—a major career boost for any aspiring researcher or HR professional.
Entries will be judged based on their originality, clarity, methodology, and real-world impact on government HR systems. The competition is fierce, the stakes are high, and the outcome could influence policies that shape the future of work in Dubai. Submissions open from February to August 2025, with winners crowned in October 2025.
So, if you’ve got a mind for HR innovation and a passion for workplace transformation, this is your moment. The ‘Research Awards 2025’ isn’t just an opportunity—it’s a movement. The future of HR is being written, and you could be the author!
