Education Meets Industry

The role of work-integrated learning

Location

Capital Suite 8, ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi

Date & Time

22 January 2025
9:30 AM -12:30 PM

Roundtable Discussion

This roundtable is designed to provide a platform for private sector employers to share their perspectives and insights on adopting Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) programs. At the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation, we are keen to hear directly from you to better understand your needs, challenges, and opportunities in collaborating with academic institutions to provide students, particularly Emiratis in public/private institutions across the UAE with practical, hands-on learning opportunities.
Your input is invaluable in shaping how we can align education with industry demands and support students in becoming future-ready professionals. This conversation is about listening to your experiences and exploring how we can work together to drive meaningful impact.
For more information, visit www.alghurairfoundation.org

Why Should you Attend?

This roundtable will provide a platform for schools and university career service departments to discuss their role in preparing Emirati students for university success and career readiness.

Discussion Points:
Understanding the Impact of Bridge Programs
  • Discuss the role of bridge programs in easing students’ transition from high school to university, especially in light of policy changes impacting university admission procedures.
  • Explore how these programs address skill gaps and prepare students for academic and career success.
  • Identify key components of an effective bridge program for Emirati students.
  • Share best practices from existing programs and discuss how to tailor them to new students’ needs.

Who should Attend?

CEO's / CHRO

Directors

Head of HR

Head of Recruitment

head talent acquisition

Roundtable Agenda

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
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Arrival & Networking
10:00 AM – 10:10 AM
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Welcome & Introduction
10:10 AM – 10:20 AM
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AGF’s Initiative in Students’ Readiness
10:20 AM – 11:00 AM
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Discussion Session 1
  • Current state of AI adoption in universities: soft and hard infrastructure challenges.
  • Immediate steps needed to accelerate AI integration.
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
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Break
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
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Discussion Session 2
  • Innovative strategies for future-ready AI adoption in higher education.
  • Key partnerships to drive AI innovation and collaboration.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Lunch & Networking

Roundtable leaders

speaker -2

Malakeh El Haj

Vice President Knowledge and Innovation

Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation

Rawan Yasmin optimized

Rawan Yasmin

Head of Programs

Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation

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