Nafis Launches Second Batch of Alpha Program to Enhance Job Skills for Emirati Students
Nafis expands Alpha Program to develop Emirati school students’ future job skills

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The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC), in collaboration with the Nafis Youth Council, has launched the second batch of the Alpha Program aimed at Emirati middle school students in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. This initiative focuses on equipping students with essential job skills and exposure to the private sector to prepare them for future careers.
- 01The Alpha Program targets Emirati middle school students to develop their future job skills.
- 02Key partners include Presight PwC, Atkins Realis, Deloitte, and Bee'ah Group.
- 03The program consists of two phases: workshops and a five-day job simulation.
- 04Ghannam Al Mazrouei emphasized the importance of early job market preparation.
- 05The initiative aligns with the UAE leadership’s vision for economic transformation.
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The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC) has announced the launch of the second batch of the Alpha Program, aimed at Emirati middle school students in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. This initiative, developed in collaboration with the Nafis Youth Council and leading private-sector companies such as Presight PwC, Atkins Realis, Deloitte, and Bee'ah Group, focuses on instilling essential job skills and private sector work culture among students. The program consists of two phases: the first involves interactive workshops that help students explore career opportunities and develop personal skills like resume writing and interview techniques. The second phase includes a five-day job simulation where students gain real-world experience in a private sector environment. Ghannam Al Mazrouei, Secretary General of ETCC, highlighted the significance of early preparation for the job market, stating that such exposure boosts students' confidence and equips them with competencies aligned with the UAE's economic transformation goals. The Alpha Program is part of a broader strategy to ensure that 'Generation Alpha' is well-prepared for future labor market demands.
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The Alpha Program will help Emirati students develop critical job skills, enhancing their employability in the private sector.
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