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The retail-focused 'Mehnaty' training programme was launched by Emirates National Development Program (ENDP) in association with the Al Tayer Group to prepare Nationals to enter the retail sector.
Participants of the program undergo theoretical and practical training to experience the real-life work environment.
"An increasing number of National jobseekers are expressing their willingness to work in the country's booming retail sector, which is certainly an encouraging sign. The ever-growing number of shopping malls in the UAE has significantly boosted job opportunities in this sector, and we believe that, with the required training, UAE Nationals have the potential to excel in this domain,"
said Noora El Bedour, Manager of Employment and skills Development Centre, Tanmia.
According to studies conducted by Tanmia, the growth in shopping malls in the UAE is expected to increase by 190% by 2010 and during this period retail spending is expected to account for 25% of the country's Gross Domestic Product.
"We thank the Al Tayer Group for their contribution to the 'Mehnaty' program and also for offering job opportunities for Nationals in their retail outlets," concluded El Bedour.
Posted by Eman Hassan
