Global tech group, e&, is launching ‘Excelerate&’, a 12-month programme looking to develop the technological skills of Emirati talents, in partnership with Swedish telecommunications company Ericsson.
Focusing on building essential knowledge of trending technologies such as 5G, data science, and cloud, the Excelerate& programme will see e&’s top youthful Emirati talents participate.
Led by expert instructors, the programme aims to cultivate the knowledge and expertise required to develop innovative in-house solutions, transforming trainees into subject matter experts across current and emerging technologies.
“We’re relentlessly committed to upskilling these bright minds, empowering them to lead the UAE’s digital future,” explained Ali Al Mansoori, group chief people officer at e&. “This collaboration is a springboard for their success, providing comprehensive training and ensuring a smooth integration into e&’s innovative culture and the broader tech sector.”
Building on a foundation of 53 per cent Emirati talent in its UAE workforce, e& hopes to enhance the presence of Emiratis in the technology sector, ensuring they actively contribute to and lead the progress and growth of the UAE.
In addition to having one of the highest Emiratisation rates in the industry, senior management positions at e& are held by over 61 per cent of Emirati citizens. Emirati women comprise 79 per cent of the total female employees.
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Ekow Nelson, vice president of Ericsson MEA, head of global customer unit at e&, also commented: “For nearly 50 years we have been part of the fabric of the UAE’s technological evolution.
“The Excelerate& programme is the latest chapter in our storied collaboration with e& and represents a step-change to develop the next generation of technology leaders and equip them with the knowledge, skills and global best practices to enable them to excel in an increasingly competitive world.
“Together with e&, we are not just building networks; we are building a sustainable digital future and enabling a generation of problem-solvers equipped with the skills to tackle global challenges through technology.”
Excelerate& follows the launch of several programmes geared towards driving the Emiratisation agenda at e&. Its partnership with the National Programme for Emiratisation (NAFIS), an initiative by the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC), also highlights the company’s commitment to attracting and empowering UAE talents.
e& fosters a positive, supportive, and engaging work environment by pioneering next-generation innovations and driving positive changes for its talent. The company is nurturing a future-ready workforce through various upskilling and reskilling initiatives like the AI Graduate Programme, CitizenX Programme for boosting skillsets, License to Lead, as well as Group Organisational Leadership Development (GOLD).
