Join us for the 2^nd Competencies for Medicine and Beyond Conference 2025 (CMB 2025) held on 22–23 November 2025 in Al Ain, UAE. This flagship event, organized by the College of Medicine and Health Sciences (CMHS), United Arab Emirates University, brings together leaders, educators, and innovators in medical and health sciences education to reimagine competency-based learning, assessment, and quality improvement for the future of healthcare.

Across two days, the program features keynotes, expert panels, workshops, oral and poster sessions, highlighting global and regional perspectives on curriculum reform, assessment innovation, faculty development, and emerging technologies such as AI, virtual reality, and simulation.

Key Themes

• Competency-Based Curriculum and Assessment Reform
• System-Based and Programmatic Assessment
• Faculty Development and Change Management
• Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality in Education
• Quality Improvement and Accreditation
• Interprofessional and Workplace-Based Learning

Purpose and Objectives:

The purpose of this two-day international conference is to explore the critical aspects of Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) and its evolving applications beyond traditional medical education models. The conference objectives are to:

1. Advance national and international dialogue on CBME and Emirates MEDs.
2. Share practical approaches for competency-based curriculum design and assessment.
3. Explore innovations in AI, digital tools, and simulation in medical training.
4. Strengthen collaboration between educators, regulators, and policymakers.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this symposium, participants will be able to:

• Recognize the fundamental principles of CBME and its practical applications.
• Develop and implement competency-based assessment tools and strategies.
• Identify challenges and solutions for integrating CBME and EmiratesMEDs into existing curricula.
• Utilize technological advancements to enhance competency tracking and assessment.