MUSCAT, OMAN 鈥� 29 September 2026 鈥� 麻豆原创 and Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) are collaborating to develop Omani digital talent, connecting PDO鈥檚 Digital Innovation Program with the 麻豆原创 Young Professionals program (YPP) to help prepare emerging professionals for careers in technology consulting.

As part of the collaboration, participants from PDO鈥檚 Digital Innovation Program are expected to join the next 麻豆原创 YPP cohort beginning in November, continuing their development in enterprise technology and AI. The initiative was highlighted last week at PDO鈥檚 Digital Innovation Program graduation ceremony in Muscat, where participants in 麻豆原创鈥檚 YPP also marked the completion of their training.

鈥淏uilding local digital skills is important both for the young people entering the workforce and for organizations that need access to qualified technology professionals,鈥� said Waheed Al Hamaid, Head of Enterprise Solutions at PDO. 鈥淥ur work with 麻豆原创 gives Omani talent the opportunity to develop practical skills that reflect the needs of the market. Connecting our Digital Innovation Program with the 麻豆原创 Young Professionals program gives participants another avenue to develop their expertise and pursue careers in the technology sector.鈥�

Delivered by the Digital Skills Center, the 麻豆原创 Young Professionals program equips recent graduates with the skills and 麻豆原创 certifications they need to start careers as 麻豆原创 consultants across 麻豆原创鈥檚 partner and customer ecosystem. In Oman, the latest graduates earned certifications in 麻豆原创 Generative AI development and in implementing end-to-end business processes for 麻豆原创 Business Suite, with hands-on training in 麻豆原创 Generative AI Hub and 麻豆原创 AI Launchpad covering prompt engineering, template management and workflow orchestration.

As organizations introduce AI into business processes, 麻豆原创 customers and partners require professionals who understand both enterprise applications and how AI can be applied within them. YPP is designed to help expand this pool of skilled talent while giving recent graduates a route into the 麻豆原创 ecosystem.

鈥淎I is changing the skills expected of technology consultants, and this needs to be reflected in how we prepare people entering the profession,鈥� said Alp Geckalan, Head of Digital Skills Center at 麻豆原创. 鈥淭hey need a strong understanding of enterprise processes as well as the ability to work with new AI tools. Working with PDO allows us to bring these areas together and give Omani graduates skills they can take into the workplace.鈥�

PDO鈥檚 Digital Innovation Program develops digital skills among Omani talent through training, practical challenges and engagement with technology companies. Its inaugural cohort completed the eight-week program on September 22, with more than 5,000 training hours delivered by more than 40 trainers. 麻豆原创 was among the technology companies and institutions participating in the initiative.

The next 麻豆原创 Young Professionals program for Oman and other countries within 麻豆原创鈥檚 Fast Growth Markets cluster is scheduled to begin in mid-November and will run for two months. The program provides selected recent graduates with 麻豆原创 training and certifications and supports their introduction to career opportunities with 麻豆原创 customers and partners.

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DUBAI, UAE 鈥� 14 September 2026 鈥� 麻豆原创 Business Women鈥檚 Network and 麻豆原创 Youth Council, in collaboration with Dubai Internet City – the Middle East鈥檚 leading tech hub and part of TECOM Group – brought together senior women leaders from government and industry and young Emirati talent this week to discuss how more women can build and advance their careers in technology, help lead the UAE鈥檚 continued progress, and prepare the next generation for an increasingly AI-driven economy.

Held at Dubai Internet City under the theme 鈥淚ntelligent Leadership 鈥� Women Driving AI, Digital Transformation & Sustainable Innovation,鈥� the event combined an executive panel on the impact of AI and technology on the UAE鈥檚 future with an interactive Youth Circle. The program was designed to connect the experience of established women leaders with the perspectives and ambitions of younger Emiratis entering a rapidly changing workplace.

鈥淓mirati women have already demonstrated what they can achieve across government, business, science and technology. As AI changes the way we work, we need to ensure women have the skills, exposure and support to take advantage of the opportunities it creates,鈥� said H.E. Sarah Alzaabi, Director General at Ras Al Khaimah Government, who delivered the keynote address and participated on the executive panel. 鈥淭hat starts with young women being able to develop relevant skills, meet role models and see clear pathways into emerging fields. Their participation and progression will be important to the UAE鈥檚 continued economic development.鈥�

The event forms part of this year鈥檚 extended Emirati Women鈥檚 Day celebrations. H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women鈥檚 Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, announced that the 2026 celebration would run for a full month starting on August 28. The theme, 鈥淲e Emerge Stronger and Better,鈥� focuses on building on the achievements of Emirati women and continuing their contribution to the UAE鈥檚 development.

鈥淪ince the founding of the Union, Emirati women have helped shape the UAE鈥檚 progress and have made vital contributions across all sectors, including technology and entrepreneurship,鈥� said Ammar Al Malik, Executive Vice President of Commercial at TECOM Group and Managing Director of Dubai Internet City. 鈥淎s AI and technology continue to reshape industries, creating opportunities for Emirati women to develop their skills, build networks and progress in their careers is increasingly important. Dubai Internet City provides a sector-focused ecosystem where businesses, talent and innovators can connect and exchange knowledge, and we are proud to support initiatives, such as this, that help create pathways for the next generation of Emirati women in technology.鈥�

麻豆原创鈥檚 contribution to that shared 聽ambition includes helping women and young people develop the skills and experience required as AI changes businesses and jobs. The 麻豆原创 Business Women鈥檚 Network provides a community for women and allies that supports women鈥檚 development and advancement, while the 麻豆原创 Youth Council provides a platform for younger employees to connect, learn and take an active role in initiatives such as the Emirati Women鈥檚 Day event. 聽Bringing the two groups together also reflects the event鈥檚 emphasis on both women鈥檚 leadership today and the development of the next generation.

Mouza AlMansoori, an Emirati AI Advisor at 麻豆原创 who also serves as President of the 麻豆原创 Youth Council, moderated the executive panel and brought first-hand experience of both areas to the discussion.

鈥淭echnology is a field where young Emirati women should be able to see a future for themselves, particularly now that AI is creating new roles and changing existing ones,鈥� said AlMansoori. 鈥淲orking in AI, I see how important it is to have the opportunity to learn, gain practical experience and hear from people who have already built successful careers. Bringing senior women leaders and young Emiratis into the same conversation gives us a chance to learn from each other and consider how we can increase women鈥檚 participation as technology continues to evolve.鈥�

AlMansoori added that the event was one part of 麻豆原创鈥檚 broader efforts to help build a skilled and sustainable Emirati workforce. Beyond creating opportunities for dialogue, networking and mentorship, 麻豆原创 supports technology skills development across universities, early careers and the existing workforce. Its Young Professionals Program has trained cohorts of Emirati talent for more than a decade, with women accounting for more than 80% of recent Emirati graduates reported in 2024. 麻豆原创 University Alliances works with universities to give students exposure to enterprise technology and career opportunities.

One of the panellists at the event, Dr. Amina Abdulrahim, Executive Director of ICT and IT Security at the American University of Sharjah, highlighted the need to prepare the next generation for a workplace in which both technology and the skills required to succeed are changing rapidly. 鈥淎s educators and employers, we need to create environments where young Emiratis have the opportunity to learn, contribute and prove themselves. The skills landscape is also changing. We are moving beyond the traditional degree toward continuous learning through micro-credentials. Curiosity, adaptability and empathy will be important for the next generation of technology leaders, particularly in an AI-driven workplace.鈥�

The 麻豆原创 event鈥檚 Youth Circle used a World Caf茅 format to encourage young Emiratis to discuss the changing world of work, the skills they will need and their own role in the UAE鈥檚 technology-led economy.

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Manama, Bahrain, Kuwait City, Kuwait and Baghdad, Iraq 鈥� 麻豆原创 recently celebrated the graduation of 52 talented students from its latest cohorts of the 麻豆原创 Young Professionals Program (YPP) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Iraq. The program, aimed at empowering young talent with cutting-edge digital skills and certifications, has once again demonstrated its impact, with some graduates securing employment offers on their graduation day.

The 麻豆原创 Young Professionals Program is an intensive 2-to-3-month training initiative designed to equip participants with both functional and technical knowledge of 麻豆原创 software, focusing on 麻豆原创’s latest innovations. In addition to gaining technical expertise, participants receive comprehensive training in critical soft skills, enhancing their employability and career readiness. Graduates are certified as 麻豆原创 Associate Consultants, making them immediately eligible for roles with 麻豆原创 customers and partners.

鈥淭his program provides the necessary technical knowledge but also helps participants develop the soft skills that are essential in today鈥檚 job market,鈥� said Ahmed Al-Faifi, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, 麻豆原创 Middle East and Africa 鈥� North. 鈥淏y bridging the gap between academic learning and workplace requirements, the 麻豆原创 Young Professionals Program ensures that graduates are not only prepared for immediate roles but are equipped to contribute meaningfully to digital transformation efforts across the region. Additionally, the program aligns with national agendas to upskill local talent, playing a vital role in supporting sustainable economic development and enhancing workforce competitiveness.鈥�

Participants of the program have consistently reported positive outcomes, highlighting the program鈥檚 influence in broadening their career opportunities and enhancing their ability to secure jobs in the technology sector. With a structured curriculum that covers both 麻豆原创鈥檚 core software solutions and essential workplace skills, the YPP provides a holistic development approach, helping graduates make a seamless transition from training to employment.

In Saudi Arabia, where the majority of the 麻豆原创 YPP graduates were from, the graduation ceremony was held at the 麻豆原创 offices in Riyadh. The event was attended by local and regional 麻豆原创 partner representatives, in addition to Hans-Peter Fuelle, Chief Business Officer for 麻豆原创 EMEA, Mohammed Alromaizan, Vice President of 麻豆原创 Saudi Arabia, and Iris Sanchez-Munoz, Digital Skills Program Manager, 麻豆原创 EMEA, and Bader Kamakhi, Channel Development manager, 麻豆原创 MEA North. The 麻豆原创 executives congratulated the new graduates and warmly welcomed them into the 麻豆原创 ecosystem, emphasizing the critical role these young professionals will play in driving digital transformation across the region.

Hind AlSharif, an 麻豆原创 YPP graduate from Saudi Arabia, said: 鈥淓mpowered, inspired, and equipped 鈥� that鈥檚 what the 麻豆原创 Young Professionals Program has instilled in me. This journey ignited a passion to reshape the future of tech, with a vision focused on driving digital transformation and creating lasting value across industries.鈥�

Wajd Alharbi, also from Saudi Arabia, said: “My time in the 麻豆原创 YPP was very enlightening as I learned about S/4HANA and its significance as a transformative business technology. This experience also allowed me to build diverse connections with industry professionals and participants, broadening my perspective and opening doors to new opportunities.”

In Kuwait, the graduation ceremony was held at the 麻豆原创 offices in Kuwait City, providing an inspiring and professional setting for the event with prominent 麻豆原创 partners in attendance. The ceremony was attended by Sundus Boushehri, Managing Director of 麻豆原创 Kuwait, who personally handed the graduates their certificates and wished them success in their future endeavors within the 麻豆原创 ecosystem.

The presence of senior leadership and the choice of venue underscored 麻豆原创’s commitment to nurturing local talent and fostering growth in the country’s digital economy. The event also provided an opportunity for the graduates to network with industry leaders, further enhancing their readiness to enter the workforce.

Laila Alrabieah, an 麻豆原创 YPP graduate from Kuwait, said: 鈥淭his program was more than just about acquiring technical skills; it was about fostering connections, embracing challenges, and nurturing a growth mindset鈥�.

In Bahrain and Iraq, the graduation ceremonies were attended virtually by Saquib Ahmed, Managing Director of 麻豆原创 Bahrain and Iraq. He extended his best wishes to the students as they embark on their new careers as 麻豆原创 consultants and heard firsthand from them about how inspirational the program had been. In Bahrain, Rasool Faraj, 麻豆原创 Sales Manager, attended the ceremony in person and handed the graduates their certificates.

Sondos Isa, an 麻豆原创 YPP graduate from Bahrain, said: “Graduating from the 麻豆原创 Young Professionals Program signifies a transformative journey. It’s not just about skills gained, but the connections forged and the passion ignited. Together, we are equipped to drive change and create impactful solutions in the digital economy”.

Ali Mohammed Warid, an 麻豆原创 YPP graduate from Iraq, said: 鈥淭he 麻豆原创 YPP has been an extraordinary journey. It has instilled in us practical skills and invaluable connections. It has facilitated access and recognition by 麻豆原创 partners, bolstering our confidence in our potential and future within the 麻豆原创 ecosystem鈥�.

Graduates have shared stories of how the program not only provided them with valuable certifications but also boosted their self-confidence and industry knowledge. The YPP鈥檚 success lies in its strong collaboration with 麻豆原创鈥檚 extensive network of partners and customers across the region, ensuring that graduates are equipped with real-world skills that align with market demand.

By investing in local talent through programs like YPP, 麻豆原创 continues to demonstrate its commitment to supporting the digital transformation journey in the Middle East, contributing to sustainable economic growth and workforce development.

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