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7/9/25, 2:00 PM Ajman University, DIB Partner to Empower Emirati Talent
career journeys. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between academic learning

and professional expectations, equipping students with real-world skills and

insights.

In return, Ajman University will offer exclusive educational benefits to DIB

employees and their families. These include tailor-made workshops and

development sessions designed to enhance leadership capacity and strengthen

professional skills, reflecting AU’s mission to promote lifelong learning and talent

development across all sectors.

Dr. Karim Seghir, Chancellor of Ajman University, explained that, “As a non-profit

university, our mission extends beyond academic excellence to preparing

graduates who are ready to make a difference. This collaboration with DIB brings

academic inquiry and industry practice into closer dialogue, giving our students

the opportunity to grow intellectually, develop professionally, and contribute

meaningfully to the world around them.”

Rafia Al Abbar, SVP at DIB, said that, “Our collaboration with Ajman University

reflects our enduring commitment to nurturing Emirati talent and shaping the next

generation of leaders in Islamic finance. Through practical training, mentorship,

and structured career paths, we aim to bridge the gap between academic learning

and the real-world expectations of today’s financial industry. This partnership

reflects our broader strategy to empower youth with the skills, tools, confidence

and insight to thrive, while advancing the UAE’s national vision of building a

competitive, knowledge-based economy.”

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