2004
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Knet to host NLP training sessions
Knet, the Dubai-based training consultancy, will host a series of Neuro-Linguistic Programming training sessions in September. Sara Haboubi, who will hold the classes, says NLP can contribute to a company's bottom line by helping staff with motivation, improved performance and productivity and better relationships. Courses are certified by the American Board of NLP.
NCB appoints credit risk trainer
National Commercial Bank of Saudi Arabia has appointed PIC Solutions to provide credit and risk training for the bank's staff. The training programme will include the development of bank-specific credit and risk training modules, exercises, case studies and simulation software that will then be used to train NCB's managerial personnel.
AUST upgrades IT programmes
Ajman University of Science and Technology has upgraded many of its IT programmes to meet the increasing demands of students and employers. The Faculty of Computer Science and Engineering said the improvements will be introduced by adapting programmes proposed by the American Computer Association, and by analysing the needs of local market executives and managers.
UAE businesswoman addresses US
Mrs Raja Essa Al Gurg, Board Member of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and President of Dubai and UAE Businesswomen's Council, gave the keynote speech at an event in Kentucky, USA, aimed at boosting ties between the USA and the Arab World. Mrs Al Gurg discussed the misconceptions of Muslim women and highlighted the prominent role they play in Middle East business life.
DMC installs IBM IT infrastructure
Dubai Men's College announced plans to establish sophisticated IT infrastructure for its new Dubai campus, which is set to open in September 2004. IBM Global Services will implement the system. The infrastructure will allow DMC's 2,300 students access to advanced educational technology.
GU launches Masters programmes
Gulf University, the Manama-based higher education institute, has launched a number of Masters programmes for the forthcoming academic year. The graduate programmes include Masters degrees in business administration, banking and finance, human resources, computer science, information technology and engineering.
DM poised to open training centre
Dubai Municipality is poised to open a Dhs5.3 mn training centre for the government agency's staff. The centre will boast eight fully equipped multi-purpose training halls with state-of-the-art audio-visual systems, as well as purpose-built halls for English language courses, and computer labs.
USQ Dubai offering scholarships
The University of Southern Queensland in Dubai is offering a number of academic scholarships to prospective students, but applications must be submitted by September 1. The scholarships offer a 15 pc discount on tuition fees, and are open to all nationalities.
Tanmia launches call centre course
Tanmia, the employment authority for UAE nationals, has launched a training course to help job-seekers acquire the skills required for call centre work. A group of 21 students has already embarked on the first of the 8 week courses, which cover skills such as communication, problem solving, stress management and response techniques.
UOWD calls new students
The University of Wollongong Dubai, UOWD, is calling on prospective students for September enrolment to apply now. For those concerned about the financial burden, the university is offering 15 scholarships. Candidates will be judged on their academic achievements and personal qualities, and the application deadline is August 30.
McKinsey line up for outsourcing forum
IIR, the international conference organiser, has unveiled the line-up for the 1st Middle East IT Outsourcing Forum For Banks and Financial Institutions. International speaker contributors will include HSBC, McKinsey & Co and PricewaterhouseCoopers. The Forum will be held at the JW Marriott Hotel, Dubai between September 25 and 29.
IHRArabia unveils 3 top authors
IHRArabia.com, the human resources conference, unveiled three of the world's leading business authors as keynote speakers. Fons Trompenaars, Dr Jonas Ridderstrale and Richard Hadden have been confirmed for the conference, to be held in Dubai on October 9 and 10 at the JW Marriott hotel.
Van Hooydonk to address IHRArabia
Stefaan van Hooydonk, the international e-learning guru, has been booked to give a bonus session at October's IHRArabia.com conference. Van Hooydonk was formerly e-learning director for Nokia. IHR Arabia takes place on October 9 and 10 at the JW Marriott Hotel in Dubai.
knet offers project management course
Kowledgenetwork, the Dubai-based training consultancy, has unveiled its Masters Certificate in Project Management, which begins in September. The course can be taken on its own, or as part of an MBA from Regis University. Alan Patching, a leading authority on project management, will head the programme.
Al Khawarizmi wins Microsoft accreditation
Al Khawarizmi Institute, the Abu Dhabi-based IT centre, has been granted the status of Microsoft Certified Partner for Learning Solutions. Al Khawarizmi has received its Learning Solutions competency, which qualifies it as an accredited centre for the technical training of all Microsoft technical software products.
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