As many as 11 students from a number of UAE universities participated in a training programme of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which concluded recently.

The students were taken from various local universities and colleges, including Zayed University, the Higher Colleges of Technology, and Jumeirah University in Dubai.

The one-month programme, held at the Chamber’s premises, supported the non-profit public organisation’s strategic efforts to help young Emirati talent build professional experience and develop important skills that are needed to operate in a real work environment.

Essa Al Zaabi, Senior Vice President of Institutional Support Sector at Dubai Chamber and General Coordinator of Tejar Dubai, said that the Chamber aims to provide an enriching learning experience for students where they can develop professionally, and enhance their customer service, presentation and teamwork skills.

He explained that Dubai Chamber provides a unique work environment as it supports the emirate’s business community, and provides services to its 210,000 members.

The summer training programme supports the Chamber’s Emiratisation strategy, which also includes the "Fursa: Together We Shape Your Future" programme. Nearly 100 Emirati students have been trained under both programmes since their launch in 2013, 26 of whom were employed by the Chamber.