Career

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AURAK Integrates Micro Credentials into all its Programs to Boost Career Readiness

News Desk 16/03/2026

The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has launched a transformative academic initiative starting Spring Semester 2026, integrating industry-related micro-credentials into course assignments and coursework across all academic programs. The new strategy is now being implemented

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International Women’s Day 2026: 4 Tips for Young Women Aspiring to Build a Career in Medicine, Inspired by SGU Women Doctors

News Desk 08/03/2026

Medicine demands resilience, compassion, and lifelong learning. For young women pursuing a medical career, success depends not only on academic excellence, but also on thoughtful planning, adaptability, and personal well-being. This International Women’s Day 2026, we celebrate women physicians who are shaping the future of healthcare and mentoring the next generation.

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RIT Dubai partners with SIG to promote tech innovation and career readiness

PR News Desk 08/10/2025

Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) of Dubai and SIG, a leading global solution provider for aseptic packaging, have successfully concluded a dynamic ten-week internship program, providing students with hands-on experience in cutting-edge technologies and delivering fresh perspectives on industry-based innovation. The initiative, part of SIG’s Digital Transformation

Lifestyle

Data entry clerks crowned top “lazy girl” profession in 2025 work-life balance study

News Desk 15/05/2025

Workers seek work-life balance above pay In a shifting employment landscape where mental health, autonomy and flexibility increasingly take precedence over traditional career goals, data entry clerks have emerged as the leading “lazy girl job” for 2025, according to a new report by digital agency Eskimoz. Defined not by laziness but by low-stress, low-interaction, and […]

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An immersive experience of new career paths awaits Emirati youth at Tawdheef x Zaheb 2024

PR News Desk 26/09/2024

The eagerly awaited 2024 edition of Tawdheef x Zaheb, the UAE’s premier Emiratisation event, will be held at ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi, from November 19th to 21st. Among the many offerings at Tawdheef x Zaheb are career counselling services, mock interview sessions, and guided tours of the exhibition floor. Key highlights include exclusive skill-building workshops […]

Thought leadership

Building personalised career journeys with AI in the UAE and GCC region

News Desk 18/09/2024

By Sean Hinton, Founder of SkyHive Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising how we work and, just as critically, how people navigate their careers. This transformation holds particular relevance for the fast-evolving labour markets of the UAE and the wider GCC region, where AI’s impact is poised to reshape the workforce in meaningful ways. AI and […]

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Career Insights for Women in Hospitality

News Desk 29/07/2024

The hospitality industry offers a vibrant and dynamic career path for women. However, navigating this path can come with unique challenges. At Sumo Sushi & Bento, we are dedicated to empowering women and providing them with the tools and opportunities needed for career advancement. Here, I share some personal insights and advice for women pursuing […]

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Launch Your Cloud Career with AWS Educate’s New Self-Paced Training Programs

PR News Desk 14/02/2024

As businesses increasingly migrate operations to the cloud, the demand for skilled cloud professionals has never been higher. Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN), is committed to helping bridge the cloud skills gap with AWS Educate, offering free, self-paced cloud computing training designed for beginners and early career