{"id":36605,"date":"2024-11-21T18:40:32","date_gmt":"2024-11-21T15:40:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entarabi.com\/?p=36605"},"modified":"2024-11-21T19:03:33","modified_gmt":"2024-11-21T16:03:33","slug":"pwc-middle-east-announces-final-agreement-to-acquire-emkan-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entarabi.com\/en\/2024\/11\/pwc-middle-east-announces-final-agreement-to-acquire-emkan-education\/","title":{"rendered":"PwC Middle East Announces Final Agreement to Acquire Emkan Education"},"content":{"rendered":"
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PwC Middle East has announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Emkan Education, a Saudi-based consultancy specializing in education and skills development. This acquisition marks a strategic move to enhance PwC’s capabilities in the education sector and support its goals of creating a future-ready learning ecosystem.<\/p>\n

Emkan Education: Local Expertise Empowering PwC’s Global Strengths<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Founded over a decade ago, Emkan Education is one of the region’s leading educational consultancies, renowned for its expertise in skill development across various industries.<\/p>\n

This acquisition will see a team of highly skilled experts from Emkan Education join PwC Middle East’s education division, strengthening its ability to deliver innovative and comprehensive solutions to clients across the region.<\/p>\n

Supporting Saudi Vision 2030<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The acquisition aligns with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, which emphasizes:<\/p>\n

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  • Empowering national talent.<\/li>\n
  • Increasing women\u2019s participation in the workforce.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The Emkan Education team will include its founding partners post-acquisition:<\/p>\n

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    • Monira Al-Jamjoom<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Sarah Zainy<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Basmah Boushnak<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      These co-founders are recognized for their significant contributions and expertise in the fields of education and skill development.<\/p>\n

      Leadership and Business Continuity<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Emkan Education will continue its operations under the leadership of Roland Hancock<\/strong>, Partner and Head of Education and Skills Consulting at PwC Middle East.<\/p>\n

      Enhanced Capabilities to Support Clients<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      This collaboration aims to merge Emkan Education’s deep local expertise with PwC\u2019s global presence, enhancing the company\u2019s ability to:<\/p>\n

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      • Support clients in achieving their strategic objectives.<\/li>\n
      • Contribute to the development of a sustainable, future-ready educational ecosystem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        About PwC Middle East<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        PwC Middle East is a leading professional services firm in the region, with over 40 years of experience. The firm operates 30 offices across 12 countries, employing approximately 12,000 professionals.<\/p>\n

        This acquisition represents a significant step in solidifying PwC’s position as a key player in education consulting and skills development across the region.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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