Work passport program

   OBJECTIVES

The work passport program’s main objective is increase the participation of the UAE national human resources in the private sector labor market.

This national strategic program has been designed to train and qualify nationals searching for job opportunities and in response to the requirements of the privet sector. The program helps improving job prospects in association with a number of government department and privet organizations.

Admission Requirements

•    Requirements for Admission in the Work Passport Program vary from one session to another, based on many factors and depending upon the number of applicants and seats available. However, entry into the Program is open for applicants provided that they have:
  
  - UAE citizenship.
  - Completed Secondary-School certificate or its equivalent as a minimum requirement.
  - Filled the application form for entry in the Program and any other forms kept at the Work Passport Management at the Training Center of the Chamber. Supporting documents should essentially be attached thereto.
  - Passed the admission test, written or oral, as so decided, including interviews.
  - Paid specified registration fees.
  - Accepted all rules and regulations adopted at the Work Passport Management in terms of admission and selection, prior to commencement as well as those regulations implemented in the course of and after completion of the Program.
   

LEARNING UNITS DESCRIPTION

• - In the first phase from 1998 - 1999, the Program encompassed 5 curricula, with and average of 230 hours.
  - Then the Program was developed in 2000 to incorporate 12 curricula with an average of 280 hours.
  - The Program, being subject to continual improvement, is now being recognized equivalent to the BTEC Advance Diploma In Business Skills.
  - The fact that graduates of the Work Passport Program get a Diploma in Secretariat is an evidence for program’s commitment to international quality and excellence criteria. In 2001, the WPP was developed further to incorporate 10 curricula with an average of 310 hours to be completed within 11 weeks, as follows:

Career Guidance

   This foundation course of the work passport program is designed to orientate student towards potential job opportunities and recruitment needs, i.e. writing curriculum vitae, completing application forms, attending interview etc. Through the organization of workshops and simulation, students get familiarized with the employment market.

Work Conduct and Ethics

30 hours

   Prepares students for dealing with an organizational environment, both private and public. Special emphasis is given to proper conduct in dealing with superiors and to develop the spirit of team work, commitment, discipline, etc.

Mathematics

10 hours

   Students are trained on basic mathematical applications, i.e. addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Students also learn ratio calculations and the use of graphs and charts.

Introduction to World of Business

   A brief introduction to the world of business is aimed to provide students with an understanding of the basic business concepts within an organizational framework. Trainees will also be introduced to key concepts and issues within the organizational context, i.e. planning, organizational chart, control criteria, performance appraisal etc.

Marketing & Customer Care

   Marketing plays a fundamental role in the success of an enterprise. Students will have detailed understanding of the concept, significance and techniques of marketing that would in turn enable them to work as a team member in an organization. This course also focuses on the concepts of customer care and service.

Contemporary Issues & Topics

   A general knowledge course to provide students with an overall understanding of current economic and social issues like globalization, global economy, quality concepts etc.

Writing Skills

   The aim of this course is to enhance the student’s writing skills. It incorporates two parts; the first part is introduction to letter writing, memos and correspondence. The second part focuses on the application and practical aspects by means of continual training on letter writing.

English language Applications

   In view of the various levels of language proficiency among trainees, this course focuses on both oral and written commutation in English Language. The aim is to prepare well versed graduates, capable of communicating in the social environment, daily life and at work.

Basic Computer Skills

   Basic desktop applications include MS Windows, MS Word, MS Power Point, MS Excel and MS Access.

Internet Applications

   This brief course trains students on surfing the net and using the e-mail.

Typing / Arabic

   Prepares students to acquire tying skills and to familiarize with the PC’s Arabic keyboard. To pass this course, a student should reach the typing speed of no less than 30 words per minute.

Typing / English

Prepares students to acquire tying skills and to familiarize with the PC’s English keyboard. To pass this course, a student should reach the typing speed of no less than 35words per minute.

• A special program has been designed and implemented for the retired.
• A program was conducted in cooperation with the ministry of labor & social Affairs in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Some 12 job seekers were enrolled.
• Strategic alliances and partnerships have been established with key players in the workforce market including :

o The general women union
o National Human resources development & recruitment authority ( Tanmia)
o Federation of UAE chamber of commerce & industry

• 159 UAE women job seekers in Ras al khaimah and Fujairah attended the career Guidance workshop which is part of WPP.
• In April 2001 the work passport Fund was established to support funding of the work passport program.

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