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10/8/25, 9:05 AM UAE launches Entrepreneurship Program to train 10,000 Emiratis in entrepreneurship skills
“Through the Entrepreneurship Program, we seek to equip Emirati youth with the tools and skills needed
to transform their ideas into projects on the ground. These efforts further cement the UAE’s position as
the destination of choice for entrepreneurs and investors worldwide. This is the first step towards
becoming an entrepreneur. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of innovation methodologies,
building successful business models and navigating potential challenges. The program aims to empower
them to become a key part of the UAE’s development journey, and create added value for the national
labour market,” said Dr. Laila Faridoon, CEO of the New Economy Academy.

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Complete Entrepreneurship masterclass

The Complete Entrepreneurship masterclass, among the largest of its kind in the region, is a
comprehensive training experience that covers all stages of building a business, from idea generation to
sustainable growth and expansion. The 6-day course combines in-person and remote sessions.

Remote sessions will run from December 8-9 and 12, while in-person sessions will take place at the New
Economy Academy at the Emirates Towers in Dubai from December 10-11 and 15. This program is ideal
for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking to build locally and globally scalable ventures.

Combining theory with hands-on practice, the program addresses all stages of entrepreneurship, from
identifying business ideas to market and competitor analysis, marketing strategies and finally pitching
projects to expert panels. Main themes of the program include identifying opportunities and assessing
risks, building revenue models, idea and market validation, company formation laws, Go-to-Market
strategies and integrated marketing campaigns.

Arif Amiri, CEO of Dubai International Financial Center Authority, emphasised that the UAE’s latest
Entrepreneurship Program offers an exceptional opportunity for Emirati youth to successful enterprises.

“The Entrepreneurship Program represents a unique opportunity for Emirati youth to acquire the
practical skills and technical knowledge that enable them to transform their ideas into innovative,
scalable ventures. This initiative highlights the growing confidence in the capabilities of Emiratis, while
enhancing the UAE’s position as a global capital for entrepreneurship and innovation,” he said.

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