Cultivating national talents: UAE graduates from elite audit training programs

Two groups of Emirati graduated in Abu Dhabi from one of the UAE’s elite UAEization programs-the Pre-Audit Qualification Training (PAQT) program. PAQT is designed and operated by the Abu Dhabi Global Marketing Academy (ADGMA) in conjunction with KPMG Lower Bay, Abu Dhabi Human Resources Bureau and Abu Dhabi Accountability Bureau. In the next six months, 46 Emirati will graduate.

PAQT provides world-class audit training, resources and job placement for UAE nationals. Each participant receives ACCA audit qualification training, guidance, work experience from top UAE companies, and continuous feedback.

KPMG Middle East and South Asia Chairman and KPMG Lower Bay Chairman and CEO Nader Hafar said: “We welcome our latest PAQT graduates to join KPMG. This is our continuous effort to provide UAE talents with opportunities to continue their professionalism. Part of development and construction. Careers in the professional services industry. Through our emirateization initiative, we continue to work to promote change, support the continuous development of the UAE’s private sector diversified workforce, and contribute to the development of the country. With these high reputations It’s really gratifying that our public sector partners are cooperating to promote this visionary plan.”

After graduation, graduates will enter the private sector for employment and contribute to the country’s diversified professional capabilities and overall competitiveness. KPMG is firmly committed to supporting the employment of UAE talents in the private sector and supporting UAE federal initiatives such as NAFIS.

Hamad Sayah Al Mazrouei, chief operating officer of ADGM and managing director of ADGM Academy, said: “The UAE government has made great strides in ensuring long-term sustainable employment in the country. Cooperating with private sector organizations such as KPMG to expand employment opportunities and ensure that skilled UAE talents can Build sustainable long-term careers. As ADGMA graduates enter the workplace, we wish them success in building future capabilities, benefiting their organization, and supporting the UAE’s long-term ambitions.”

UAE graduates are keen to take advantage of the unique features of PAQT. Through a rigorous selection process, graduates will receive extensive classroom and online training. The course focuses on auditing, but also includes broadly applicable business topics such as high-impact presentation skills, cash flow statements, time management, and effective communication.

ADGMA Graduation Ceremony, October 25^day, Followed by a panel discussion on “Sustainable Employment-The Journey and Impact of the National Development Plan”.