Empowering Dubai’s tourism industry through vocational education

Empowering Dubai’s tourism industry through vocational education

As Dubai maintains its position as one of the world's leading tourism destinations, the importance of vocational training in shaping a skilled workforce has become increasingly evident. In recent years, there has been a significant shift in educational choices, with more students recognising the value of vocational studies over traditional technical education. This transition not only benefits the students themselves but also contributes to the sustainable growth of the burgeoning tourism industry. A robust vocational education offering will also support a key priority of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, which is to integrate the next generation of Emiratis into the private sector and attract highly skilled talents as long-term residents. Tourism is a dynamic and rapidly evolving sector, and is a significant contributor to economies worldwide, fostering cultural exchange, economic development, and job creation. I can proudly say that Dubai is firmly on track to becoming the most visited international destination, welcoming 6.02 million international overnight visitors from January-April 2023. As tourism is a key pillar of Dubai’s economy and we are focused on accelerating momentum across the sector in 2023 and beyond, we also recognise the importance of catering to the growing demand for skilled people for the tourism