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ECONOMY & POLICY
EHRDC, Keolis MHI Enhance National Workforce Training in

Transport

28 Mar 2025 3 Min Read CW Team
The Emirates Human Resources Development Council (EHRDC) has extended its partnership with Keolis MHI, the operator and
maintainer of Dubai Metro and Dubai Tram, to provide high-quality training sessions for university students and Higher Colleges of
Technology (HCT) students in Dubai. This initiative seeks to equip students with practical skills and empower them to enter the job
market with confidence and competence. The collaboration aligns with EHRDC’s unwavering commitment to empowering and
qualifying Emirati talent while boosting their role in driving the country’s digital economy.

In 2024, Keolis MHI’s training program benefited 104 students, including 66 Emirati students. The program offered training to
students in various major fields to meet the evolving demands of the digital economy and smart transport sector. Key disciplines
covered by the program were electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, information technology,
mechatronics, international relations, marketing and communications, project management, computer science, network and systems
administration, among others.

His Excellency Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, Deputy Chairman of EHRDC and Director-General of the Dubai Government
Human Resources Department, said: “At EHRDC, we strive to establish strong strategic partnerships with private sector companies
to create new opportunities for Emirati talent, further contributing to the nation’s vision of fostering a sustainable, knowledge-based
economy driven by national expertise, technological innovation, and future industries”.

Abdulaziz Al Falahi, General Superintendent of Recruitment at EHRDC, said: “The partnership with Keolis MHI embodies the
Council's commitment to empowering Emirati students by equipping them with the skills and expertise needed to succeed in the
competitive job market”. He also emphasized the Council’s dedication to providing practical training opportunities in key sectors
such as transportation and technology, ensuring that the next generation of national talent is well-prepared to drive economic
growth and support the UAE’s digital transformation.

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