Amman, July 2 (Petra) – Al Hussein Technical University (HTU), a Crown Prince Foundation initiative, signed an agreement with Mahmoudia Motors to launch the "Mahmoudia Motors Scholarship," supporting technical degree students pursuing applied education aligned with labor market needs.
Under the agreement, four partial scholarships will be awarded annually over five years, providing up to 20 scholarships. Beneficiaries will be selected according to the university’s approved policies and criteria.
The agreement supports HTU’s efforts to expand access to technical education, promote equal opportunities, and prepare graduates for careers requiring specialized technical skills.
Mahmoudia Motors Deputy Managing Director Basem Malhas has supported youth employment initiatives, including automotive technology apprenticeship programs through the Jaguar Land Rover Apprentice Academy, combining practical experience with applied education.
HTU President Ismael Al-Hinti said the initiative represents a model of private-sector partnership that invests in young people through education and helps students acquire skills needed to enter the labor market.
He added that quality technical education is a key driver of economic and social empowerment, providing students with career opportunities based on knowledge, skills, and practical application.
Malhas said the scholarship reflects Mahmoudia Motors’ commitment to investing in education and young people as a long-term investment in Jordan’s future and workforce.
He stressed the need to empower young people and give them the opportunity to learn, develop, and build their future with confidence, noting that the scholarship seeks to support students who have ambition and ability and help them complete their technical education and acquire skills that open up real professional horizons for them.
The agreement highlights cooperation between educational institutions and the private sector in expanding access to education and professional development and preparing technical talent to contribute to Jordan’s economic and social development.
//Petra// AO
