Majid Al Futtaim Retail launches Retail Graduate Programme to empower next generation of Carrefour leaders

Majid Al Futtaim Retail launches Retail Graduate Programme to empower next generation of Carrefour leaders

- Carrefour to empower young graduate recruits by offering courses, beginning October 2023

Dubai, UAE: Majid Al Futtaim Retail, owner and operator of Carrefour in the UAE, announces the launch of its transformative Retail Graduate Programme in collaboration with 12 top universities across six countries, namely Egypt, Georgia, Jordan, Kenya, Pakistan, and the United Arab Emirates. With a steadfast commitment to promoting diversity, Majid Al Futtaim Retail aims to empower and recruit 75 graduates of various nationalities for its regional Carrefour operations, allocating 50 per cent of the positions for talented female candidates. This initiative not only strengthens Majid Al Futtaim Retail’s position as an investor in talent development, but also actively contributes to and supports local communities and economies while establishing lasting relationships with educational institutions.

Majid Al Futtaim Retail's partners with two universities in the UAE, namely Higher Colleges of Technology in Dubai and the American University of Sharjah. Through these strategic collaborations, Majid Al Futtaim Retail establishes a collaborative and dynamic platform that attracts top talent, facilitating the development of a qualified workforce.

Selected candidates for the programme will undergo an intensive 24-month on-the-job training, which includes rotations across in-store operations, e-commerce, and merchandise functions, among others. This holistic approach