On September 2, 2008, Ernst & Young Consulting and PMU signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work jointly in implementing programs that increase the marketability of PMU graduates in the business arena. This memorandum of understanding was signed by Dr. Issa Al-Ansari, PMU Rector; Dr. Zlatica Kraljevic, Dean of Institutional Relations; and Mr. Don Painter, Global Client Service Partner, Middle East Oil & Gas Practice Leader, Managing Partner, Ernst & Young Al-Khobar.

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