1. ADDRESSING YOUTH
UNEMPLOYMENT AMONG UAE
UNIVERSITY GRADUATES
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2. HIGH UNEMPLOYMENT RATE THREATENS UAE'S
FUTURE!
The highest in the region, an 11.2% unemployment rate
for recent graduates
Graduates who experience limited job opportunities,
financial hardship, or psychological stress are
negatively impacted.
Development in the UAE is threatened by talent loss,
which reduces economic growth and competitiveness.
Over view of the problem
3. EDUCATION VS INDUSTRY
NEEDS
Outdated curricula:
Emphasis on theoretical information rather than practical
abilities
Insufficient cooperation between industry and academia: Few
internships, guest lectures, and cooperative research projects
Insufficient opportunities to acquire industry-specific skills due
to limited access to vocational training
Root Causes: The Mismatch
4. Beyond Individual Struggles - Societal and
Economic Consequences
Diminished potential:
Underutilized talent impedes entrepreneurship, productivity,
and innovation
Dependency on foreign labor reduces the pool of domestic
talent and fosters long-term dependency
Limited economic growth lowers competitiveness in the global
market and fosters less innovation.
Social and psychological problems: Social isolation, anxiety,
and depression can all be brought on by unemployment.
Long Term Effect
5. A MULTIFACETED APPROACH TO
ADDRESS YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT
STRENGTHENING UNIVERSITY-INDUST
Increasing industry-university cooperation:
Encourage collaborations on research projects, internships, and
curriculum development
Improving the development of skills: Put an emphasis on soft skills,
industry-specific certifications, and practical skills.
promoting the entrepreneurial spirit Support new businesses, promote
creativity, and reward risk-taking
Governmental rewards: Enact loan programs, tax breaks, and
subsidies to assist recent graduates.
Young graduates' quotas: Increasing the number of youth employed in
particular fields
Proposed Solutions
6. BUILDING BRIDGES FOR A
SEAMLESS TRANSITION.
internships
Give students exposure to industry and real-world experience
Collaborative research initiatives: Establish links between academia and
industry for research endeavors
Invited talks: Invite professionals in the field to share their insights and
expertise.
Curriculum creation: Work together to create a curriculum that satisfies
industry demands.
Strengthening University-Industry Collaboration
7. EQUIPPING
GRADUATES FOR
SUCCESS
Practical Instruction: Introduce simulations, workshops, and project-based
learning.
Growth of soft skills: Give special attention to critical thinking, problem-solving,
cooperation, and communication.
Industry-specific qualifications: Let grads showcase their pertinent knowledge
and abilities
Programs for upskilling and retraining: Offer chances for acquiring knowledge
and adapting throughout life.
Enhancing Skills Development
8. EQUIPPING GRADUATES FOR
SUCCESS
Fostering Entrepreneurship
Hands-on learning: Implement project-based learning,
simulations, and workshops.
Soft skills development: Focus on communication, teamwork,
problem-solving, and critical thinking Industry.
Specific certifications: Allow graduates to demonstrate
relevant skills and expertise.
Upskilling and reskilling programs: Provide opportunities for
lifelong learning and adaptation
9. INVESTING IN YOUTH IS
INVESTING IN THE FUTURE
Conclusion
The UAE can address youth unemployment by implementing a
comprehensive plan that includes government incentives,
entrepreneurship, skill development, and university-industry
collaboration.
