Ernst & Young promotes Emiratization through new training program for UAE Nationals

Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Culture, Youth and Community Development, Ernst & Young has launched the UAE National Development Program in Abu Dhabi on 16 May 2013. The initiative will assist organizations to drive their Emiratization agenda and focuses on further developing the skills of university graduates, newly hired employees and employed UAE nationals.

The UAE National Development Program will consist of four separate frameworks with training in accounting and finance, soft skills, and industry knowledge. There will be technical training and an internship program for a minimum of 30 days with Ernst & Young.

Abdulaziz Al-Sowailim, Chairman and CEO, Ernst &Young MENA, said: “We thank HH Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan for his continuous support for Emiratization initiatives. Ernst & Young’s new UAE National Development Program aims to further empower Emiratis, providing them with enhanced industry and leadership skills and will help them gain valuable experience in building a truly international, knowledge-based economy."

Ernst & Young’s UAE National Development Program is aligned with recent UAE government initiatives. It supports the ‘Absher’ initiative, launched by HH Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nayan, President of the UAE, and highlighted by HH Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Minister of Presidential Affairs, during his speech at the 2013 Government Summit in Dubai.

“UAE nationals bring unique skills and diverse perspectives to the workplace which fuels innovation, creativity, relationships, and better business outcomes and solutions for our communities. Attracting, developing and retaining national talent should be especially high on the agendas for organizations that remain committed to the long term sustainability of their operations in the region,” concluded Al-Sowailim.