About Dubai SME
Dubai SME, formally the Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for SME Development, is a Dubai government agency that supports small and medium-sized enterprises. It was established in 2002 and is part of Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism.
Its main focus is helping UAE nationals start and grow businesses. Services include advice on business planning, training programmes, incubation, access to funding and support with licensing.
One of its key programmes gives eligible Emirati-owned SMEs access to government procurement opportunities, helping them win contracts with government entities.
Dubai SME also runs programmes and competitions that encourage young Emiratis to become entrepreneurs, along with incubators that provide workspace and mentoring.
Small and medium-sized enterprises make up the vast majority of companies in Dubai and are a major source of jobs.
Government support for SMEs aims to build a strong private sector and increase Emirati participation in business.
Startups UAE lists Dubai SME among Dubai's entrepreneur support agencies.
Its main focus is helping UAE nationals start and grow businesses. Services include advice on business planning, training programmes, incubation, access to funding and support with licensing.
One of its key programmes gives eligible Emirati-owned SMEs access to government procurement opportunities, helping them win contracts with government entities.
Dubai SME also runs programmes and competitions that encourage young Emiratis to become entrepreneurs, along with incubators that provide workspace and mentoring.
Small and medium-sized enterprises make up the vast majority of companies in Dubai and are a major source of jobs.
Government support for SMEs aims to build a strong private sector and increase Emirati participation in business.
Startups UAE lists Dubai SME among Dubai's entrepreneur support agencies.