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Abu Dhabi throws spotlight on education, training, and careers at a critical time for UAE students and professionals
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 20th October, 2009: His Highness Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, has officially inaugurated NAJAH, the UAE capital's eminent education, training and careers exhibition.
Supported by the Abu Dhabi Education Council, NAJAH brings together leading academic institutions and businesses with school leaders, university students and professionals who are seeking a career change within an uncertain economic climate.
Taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre until Thursday 22 October, NAJAH features a vast selection of local, regional and international universities and organisations, along with job profiling, an assessment centre, career counselling, and a new Education and Career Forum.
The opening day featured a range of respected speakers offering guidance and advice to an audience of students from the emirates' schools and universities. Highlights included a presentation on studying in the USA by the US Embassy in Abu Dhabi and a session on choosing the right education programme by Dr Ayoub Zazim, Executive Director of Dubai International Academic City.
Life and Executive Coach, Hanan Nagi, founder of Transform Coaching UAE offered advice to people considering a change in career and highlighted the key points to consider before making the decision.
The morning of Wednesday 21 October at the exhibition will be dedicated to female visitors, many of whom are attending to listen to the keynote presentation by celebrated UAE filmmaker, Nayla Al Khaja.
Taking part in NAJAH immediately following her participation at the Middle East International Film Festival, Nayla is set to inspire the audience, including a number of students from the New York Film Institute in Abu Dhabi, with her experiences of achieving her filmmaking dreams.
"The UAE government is strategically invested in education and professional development. With the support of the Abu Dhabi Education Council, NAJAH is highlighting the opportunities available to students and graduates," said Lucy Clarke, Exhibition Director for NAJAH.
"NAJAH is the only event in the region that caters equally to school leavers investigating higher education options, university graduates seeking CV crafting tutorials and advice on how to jumpstart a career, and seasoned professionals exploring a mid-career change or further education and training to boost their skills and qualifications."
NAJAH is specifically created to service the needs of distinct yet overlapping sectors in a single, focused environment. Leading businesses in the UAE and the region, including ADWEA, General Electric, Etihad Airways, HSBC, and Abu Dhabi Media Company will launch recruitment drives and speak to qualified candidates visiting the event.
The event also has a strong focus on education, as leading international and local institutions will be on hand to discuss paths of study and degrees with students and parents. Notable universities exhibiting include Abu Dhabi UniversityAbu Dhabi University
, the American University of Sharjah, Zayed University, UAE University and the renowned institutions part of Dubai International Academic City and the Abu Dhabi Education Council.
A selection of workshops will also be included, as dedicated career advisors work with visitors to generate personalised career development plans, refine interview techniques and enhance CVs, providing specific advice in a one-to-one setting.
The popular career advice lounge return to the exhibition in 2009. AIESEC, the largest student organization in the world, will run an assessment centre allowing students and graduates to gauge skills and consider potential careers that maximize their strengths.
Education and Career Forum Programme:
Wednesday 21 October
10:15 So you want to work in public relations? Rebecca Hill, Middle East Public Relations Association
11:00 So you want to work in event management? Rebecca Wilson, ESP International
11:45 Keynote Presentation: Inspiring women to envision their dream. Nayla Al Khaja
16:00 Writing your CV and application letter. Rebecca Wilson, ESP International
16:40 So you want to work in oil and gas? Dr Ron Villejo, ENOC
17:20 Taking charge of your own career development. Steve Williams, REED
18:00 Media as a career. Wayne Borg, Twofour54
18:40 Understand the world, expand your world: INSEAD Global Executive MBA? Jamal Mahgoub, INSEAD
Thursday 22 October
10:00 Study in the UK. Sara Himoudi, British Council
10:40 Postgraduate opportunities in the UK for medical and dental graduates. Dr Professor Asmat Lone, University of London, University of Cologne and Texas Health Science Centre, San Antonia, USA.
11:20 The future of the aerospace industry in Abu Dhabi. Humaid Al Shemmari, Mubadala Aerospace, Mubadala | Tawteen
12:15 Gaining work experience and internship opportunities abroad. Sandra Pertek, AIESEC
13:00 So you want to work in travel and tourism? Chris Tomseth, Senior Travel Industry Executive
13:30 Study and research in Germany. Dr Carsten Walbiner, German Academic Exchange Service
16:00 Shaping the future of education and learning through innovative Bachelor and Masters programmes in e-Business, e-Health and e-Education. Dr Bryn Holmes and Dr Yusuf H. Qureshi, Hamdan bin Mohammed University
16:30 CV Clinic: Bring your CV and career to life! Glenn McPhee, Manpower Middle East
17:30 Improve your interview techniques Maria Brown, REED
18:15 Dress like a million dollars to earn a million dollars Kelly Lundberg, Divine UAE
19:00 Understand the world, expand your world: INSEAD Global Executive MBA Jamal Mahgoub, INSEAD
NAJAH is taking place now in Halls 8 and 9 of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, open from 10:00am to 7:00pm, with free entry. Wednesday 21 October is reserved for ladies only from 10:00am to 2:00pm and the exhibition is open until 9:00pm on Thursday 22 October. To find out more about exhibiting or visiting NAJAH, visit www.najahonline.com
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