Isa Town, Bahrain - October 21, 2010: Bahrain Polytechnic, the Kingdom's leading professional and technical training institution announced today the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI).
Therefore through this memorandum of Understanding the parties intend to enter into a mutually beneficial arrangement whereby each will seek to contribute to the success of the other and ultimately to the economic and social prosperity of the Kingdom of Bahrain.
John Scott, CEO of Bahrain Polytechnic hailed the signing as a significant milestone in Bahrain Polytechnic's mission to provide outstanding, internationally accredited training and qualifications.
"We are proud to be associated with the BCCI and look forward to the insight and expertise we will gain from such a reputable organisation," he stated. "Not only will the BCCI's deep knowledge of the market complement our professional and technical programmes, but also help identify labour market gaps so we can introduce programmes that match the evolving needs of the job market".
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About Bahrain Polytechnic
Bahrain Polytechnic was established in 2008 by his Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa as a cornerstone project of the Economic Development Board (EDB), chaired by H.R.H Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Bahrain. Bahrain Polytechnic was created to address the need for a skilled Bahraini labour force aimed at supporting economic growth and diversification and is therefore proactive in ensuring the success of the Kingdom's economic reform program.
The Bahrain Polytechnic is a tertiary education organization committed to building a better future for Bahrainis by providing improved training and educational opportunities. Bahrain Polytechnic offers internationally recognized training programs that are fully based on the application of new knowledge in real life situations, thereby making sure that students develop high levels of critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Bahrain Polytechnic is unique from other education providers in terms of the principles on which it has been established and from which it operates. It builds close relationships with industries, employers and professional groups, both in Bahrain and abroad, and this strategy, set by the Board of Trustees, will ensure that Bahrain Polytechnic graduates meet the needs of the labour market.
www.bahrainpolytechnic.bh
For More Information please contact:
Bayan Nasser or Hassan Al-Jundi
Hill and Knowlton
Tel: +973 17533532
Fax: +973 17533370
e-mail: bayan.nasser@hillandknowlton.com or Hassan.aljundi@hillandknowlton.com
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