Aiming at developing leadership, managerial, and interpersonal skills to contribute to growing the UAE knowledge economy from within its ranks

UAE, Dubai, 2 February 2016: du University congratulated 71 fresh graduates, who completed their Mastery process from its ‘School of Leadership’ and ‘Retail Sales & Service Academy’, in a ceremony held at du HQ Salam Tower, du auditorium, and attended by members of du senior management.

du University develops leadership, managerial and interpersonal skills for all, and sales and sales management skills for those attending the ‘Retail Sales & Service Academy’.

Speaking about this ongoing initiative, Ibrahim Nasser, Chief Human Capital and Administration Officer du, said: “Building tomorrow’s leadership at all levels of our organisation is critical to our future success. du University is at the core of our objectives to enhance our employee’s capabilities. By engaging our employees in learning activities, not only are we directly contributing to growing the UAE knowledge economy, we are also enhancing our employee retention levels and improving customer service”.    

More than 850 du employees have undergone training through du University in 2015. This year, du is aiming to engage 1000 employees in educational initiatives through du University. Courses are offered to employees at all professional levels. Launched in February 2015, du University aims to facilitate a transformation by changing mindsets and creating a seamless culture of service throughout the organisation.