PureHealth has marked the graduation of the second cohort of its Emirati Development Centre (EDC), in a ceremony that celebrated their achievements. The event commemorated the graduation of 121 Emirati talent from across PureHealth who participated in the EDC programme, a dedicated initiative by PureHealth aimed at developing highly skilled Emirati workforce, in line with the UAE National Agenda and Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030.
The programme’s second cohort, EDC Cohort-II, has more than doubled in size in comparison to its first that participated as part of the programme’s inauguration in 2023, demonstrating progress towards PureHealth’s goal of developing 1,000 future Emirati leaders over the next six years, in line with its commitment to Emiratisation. The aim of the programme is to encourage future healthcare leaders that support PureHealth’s long-term objectives, contribute to a sustainable Emirati workforce in the country, and aid national goals to build a world-leading, self-sufficient healthcare system.
Rashed Saif Al Qubaisi, Group Chief Operating Officer of PureHealth, said: “Developing future Emirati healthcare leaders is a top strategic priority for PureHealth and an essential part of our role within the national economic and social ecosystem. The EDC is a vital engine of human capacity development, not just within our organisation but for the UAE, and this ceremony is an important acknowledgment of both the programme and its participants.”
“We are incredibly proud of this new cohort of highly capable and motivated professionals who will go on to lead progress in healthcare and champion PureHealth’s mission of improving lifespans and health spans. We hope by honouring these achievements, we will inspire current and prospective participants, while showcasing the rewards of perseverance and commitment and demonstrating tangible evidence of the opportunities that come from being part of the EDC.”
The graduation ceremony was attended by Dr Faisal Mohamed Al Ali, Director of Graduates and Labor Market, Ministry of Education; Amna Al Suwaidi, Partnership and Outreach Manager at Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council, as well as senior leaders from academic partners and the PureHealth Group.
Rashed Saif Al Qubaisi, Group Chief Operating Officer of PureHealth also delivered a keynote address for the graduates of EDC Cohort-II. The event also featured testimonials from the graduates, sharing their experiences and the impact of the EDC programme on their careers.
The programme, which took six months to complete, was customised for each individual to enhance their professional growth and development. This year's programme concentrated on developing leadership across various levels. The programme included courses titled Leaders of Self, aimed at boosting personal effectiveness; Leaders of Others, which focused on promoting a growth mindset and high-performance team behaviours; and Leaders of Leaders, which focused on spearheading transformational change through innovation and strategic vision enhancement.
