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Zawya
a day ago
- Business
- Zawya
ABB Saudi Arabia and the SSEWN launch 'ABB Saudi Arabia Women's Mentorship Program 2025'
Empowering Saudi female talent through cross-cultural collaboration and professional development Riyadh, saudi arabia – ABB Saudi Arabia is pleased to announce the launch of its '2025 Women's Mentorship Program', developed in partnership with the Saudi-Swedish Executive Women's Network (SSEWN). This pioneering initiative reinforces ABB Saudi Arabia's commitment to empowering Saudi female talents through cross-cultural collaboration within the Kingdom and beyond. The program is a structured initiative designed to accelerate the professional career growth of ABB Saudi Arabi's female employees by connecting them with experienced mentors from both, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Sweden. Through monthly one-on-one virtual sessions, group mentoring, shadowing opportunities, and real-world business challenges, mentees will gain leadership insights, strategic guidance, and career development support. Targeting both early-career professionals and high-potential Saudi female employees at ABB Saudi Arabia, the mentorship initiative aims to strengthen leadership pipelines and support Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals for increasing Saudi female participation in the workforce. ' This mentorship program reflects ABB Saudi Arabia's belief in the power of collaboration and shared success,' said Ali Al-Koud, Country HR Manager, ABB Saudi Arabia. ' By empowering our Saudi female talents and facilitating knowledge exchange with our Swedish partners, we are not only investing in individual careers—but also in the future of industry and innovation in the Kingdom.' ' We are proud to partner with ABB Saudi Arabia on this impactful initiative. It is a true model for global cooperation and women's empowerment, ' said Katie Hagström, Director of the Saudi-Swedish Executive Women's Network, and Mentorship Program Lead. ' By linking talented Saudi women with experienced professionals from the Kingdom and Sweden, we are building bridges of opportunity, knowledge, and mutual growth. ' The program structure includes regular virtual mentorship sessions, cross-cultural networking, and a graduation ceremony recognizing outstanding achievements. Participating mentors will guide mentees through personalized development journeys, providing both strategic counsel and practical experience. As a recognized technology leader in electrification and automation, ABB Saudi Arabia continues to reinforce its reputation as an employer of choice for women. This program stands as a tangible expression of ABB's values—Courage, Care, Curiosity, and Collaboration—and a powerful step toward a more inclusive and diverse industrial future. The Saudi-Swedish Executive Women's Network is a professional network for women in Saudi Arabia and Sweden. The network exists to strengthen the commerce and communal ties between the Kingdoms of Saudi Arabia and Sweden, with a focus on promoting women in entrepreneurship, board governance, and stakeholder engagement in their respective business communities and in the global market. It achieves its network mission by building direct relationships between individuals. -Ends- About ABB ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this 'Engineered to Outrun'. The company has over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. ABB's shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB). ABB Saudi Arabia / Corporate Communications: Mohammad Al-Ahmad Country Communications Manager (KSA, UAE, Qatar & Jordan) SA-ABB_KSA_Communications@
Times of Oman
2 days ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
Europcar Oman & Bahrain Strengthen Commitment to Employee Development at Intro Week 2025 in Paris
At Europcar Oman & Bahrain, we believe that taking care of our people goes far beyond the workplace. Whether it's through modern, employee-centric facilities like our Energise Lounge, Wellness Lounge, and collaborative workspaces, or by offering continuous learning opportunities, we are committed to creating an environment where our team can thrive. As part of this commitment, senior team members are nominated each year to attend the Intro Week induction program at Europcar Mobility Group's global headquarters in Paris. In 2025, Europcar Oman and Bahrain once again demonstrated their dedication to professional development by actively participating in Intro Week 2025, hosted by the Partner Development team at Europcar Mobility Group in Paris. This immersive three-day program brought together franchisees from around the world, creating an invaluable opportunity to connect with core teams, exchange ideas, gain strategic insights, and foster stronger global partnerships. Representing Europcar Oman and Bahrain this year were Mr. Sathyaraj Sellappah and Mr. Proloy Ganguli, two respected members of our leadership team. 'At Europcar Oman and Bahrain, we believe our people are our greatest asset,' said Nitin Sapre, CEO. 'We are fully committed to investing in their development, well-being, and global exposure. Programs like Intro Week allow our teams to align with Europcar's international vision and bring back insights that help elevate our service standards.' Over the years, every member of the management team has been nominated to attend this flagship program, a key initiative in our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) roadmap. This reinforces our commitment to nurturing future-ready leaders who can drive innovation and operational excellence in their respective markets.
CNA
3 days ago
- General
- CNA
NIE's postgraduate teacher training programme to be shortened by four months: Desmond Lee
SINGAPORE: The National Institute of Education's 16-month postgraduate programme for teachers-in-training will be shortened to a 12-month course, Minister for Education Desmond Lee announced on Tuesday (Jun 3). Speaking at a teachers' conference on his ninth day at the ministry, Mr Lee said the refreshed programme will have a stronger focus on integrating theory and practical application. After graduating from the Postgraduate Diploma in Education programme, the new teachers will also have more support for professional learning, which will be grounded in authentic classroom experiences, he said. Many teachers discover there is still much to learn when they start work, and each day presents new opportunities, said Mr Lee. "We learn by doing – and we will walk alongside our new teachers as you hone your craft to help our students learn and grow," he added. The programme will also provide greater flexibility in learning, with teachers being allowed to take elective courses based on their needs and interests along with core modules that are essential to teaching. "In this way, our new teachers will continue to be well-prepared for your roles, and we can better cater to your diverse backgrounds and learning needs," said Mr Lee, adding that more details will be shared when an ongoing review of the course is complete. The Ministry of Education (MOE) and the National Institute of Education are reviewing the programme to meet the needs of an "increasingly diverse teaching force" as the ministry redoubles efforts to attract "individuals with sound values and the right motivations" to become teachers. From 2022 to 2024, around 390 student teachers enrolled in the postgraduate programme each year, an MOE spokesperson said. Each cohort comprises a mix of fresh graduates and those making a mid-career switch. The ministry is committed to growing and strengthening the teaching profession, and welcomes teachers who have different life experiences and skills, said Mr Lee. "With greater diversity, everyone grows. Newer teachers benefit from time-tested wisdom and practical strategies from experienced educators, and seasoned educators gain fresh insights to enrich their perspectives and competencies," he said. REDUCING TEACHERS' ADMINISTRATIVE WORKLOAD Mr Lee, who was sworn in as education minister on May 23, said he had a lot to learn about MOE. He previously led the Ministry of National Development, where he had held positions since 2013. "I want to make sure that my first priority is to listen to and learn from you, about our education system. Your experiences over the years in the classroom, your daily interactions with your students, and your insights into what works – and what doesn't – are invaluable," he said. Mr Lee said he appreciated the daily demands placed on teachers and that he cared for their well-being. "I am glad to know that we have moved to manage some of the administrative workload of our teachers," he said, pointing to a trial of procurement approaches that will make it easier for teachers to organise cohort camps and make small-value purchases. By the end of this year, teachers will also not need to manually track and collate absentee records, as parents will submit documents directly. "MOE and our school leaders will continue to find ways to help you manage your workload, so that you can focus on what matters most – helping our students to learn and grow well," Mr Lee said.
Travel Weekly
4 days ago
- Business
- Travel Weekly
Training translates to sales
Jamie Biesiada Professional development pays. That's the message of a study released by the Travel Institute last month. CTA Graduate Insights was designed to follow the experiences of graduates of the institute's Certified Travel Associate (CTA) program. The stat that most stood out to me was this: 81% report measurable business growth after earning their CTA certification. In other words, four out of five advisors who complete the CTA program see a positive impact on their bottom line. Of course, there are many benefits to professional development beyond the bottom line. For instance, the Travel Institute found that 85% of CTA grads use the knowledge and training gained consistently, and 91% are proud of their credentials. Most, 86%, recommended the program for other advisors. Nearly three quarters, or 72%, of grads said having CTA credentials has increased their credibility with both clients and suppliers (a similar number said it has helped boost their confidence and helped them navigate challenges). Interestingly, the institute's study found that completing CTA certification can help even veteran advisors. Linda Luizza, owner of Treasures in Travel in Key West, spent 10 years selling travel before she took the CTA course in 2020. After becoming a CTA, Luizza said, her sales doubled. To conduct its study, the institute polled more than 2,000 CTA graduates who finished the program from 2016-2023. "Development of our curriculum is never complete, and so as we walk our own talk striving to improve constantly, we also need to understand how we're doing," Guida Botelho, the institute's senior director of education, said in a release. "Our goal is to closely follow our graduates and ensure the CTA remains aligned with individual and industry needs; these results tell us we're doing very well." The CTA program is one of several certifications offered by the Travel Institute. It costs $599 to enroll. The institute also offers the Certified Travel Counselor certification as well as Certified Travel Industry Executive. Its Tripkit program is designed for new agents, and the institute also offers specialist trainings.
Forbes
4 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
How To Like Your Job Again When You Are Bored With It
Bored employee wasting time playing with reminders at office. You feel that you've mastered your role. The deadlines don't faze you. You know exactly what to expect in meetings, projects, and reviews, and your team feels empowered. From the outside, your career looks steady, even thriving, but on the inside, you're starting to feel stuck. You're bored. You don't want to go to work, and when you do, you begin it as early as possible to finish it just as early. There's no challenge, no spark, and no obvious next step. You're not ready to leave, but you're not growing either. This is the quiet career crisis no one talks about, and it is not quiet quitting, where one purposefully does the bare minimum for their job. You outgrow your job but aren't sure what to do next. The good news? You don't have to wait for a promotion or a job change to evolve. Here's how to stay relevant and reignite your professional momentum right where you are. When you've been in a role long enough, it's easy to go on autopilot. You do your tasks, you meet your deadlines, and you don't make waves. But relevance isn't built on routine. It's built on initiative. Start looking beyond your current responsibilities and ask: Now, choose one area and quietly start building a solution, such as a resource, a new process, or a framework that others can use. This is how you transition from reliable to irreplaceable without waiting for someone to give you a more significant title. One reason roles become stale is that your value becomes invisible. Everyone assumes you've 'got it' and stops paying attention. To stay relevant, make your impact visible again, not through self-promotion, but through knowledge contribution. Try: The goal is to show that you're still evolving, still adding value, and still someone others learn from, even if your role hasn't changed. Relevance isn't about doing more but about doing things that matter more. Look for cross-functional projects, pilots, or committees where you can bring your insight to new teams. These lateral moves build relationships, increase visibility, and develop skills to continue growing professionally without requiring a change in your current position. You can also propose a new initiative tied to company goals. For example: Stretch roles don't need a title. They just need a gap and someone willing to step in and take the lead without stepping on others in their hurry to get started. Even if your job feels repetitive, your knowledge and insights aren't. Start building a role-based desk guide. Turn this into a living document, a blog, a mentoring tool, or a conversation starter with your manager during review season. Why? Because people who capture what they know demonstrate strategic thinking and become natural candidates for higher-value opportunities. If you wait for your manager to notice you're bored, you might be waiting a long time. Instead, come to them with: Managers appreciate initiative, especially when you bring them solutions instead of complaints. Framing your request around organizational value, not just personal fulfillment, demonstrates maturity and ambition without coming across as entitled. Not every growth moment requires a resignation letter. You may not be able to control when the next promotion comes or what jobs open up, but you can control how you show up, stretch, and share your value today. Staying relevant isn't about being in the perfect role. It's about becoming the kind of professional who adds relevance wherever they go or stay. And sometimes, the boldest career move isn't leaving. It's about choosing to lead from right where you are.
