According to Oman News Agency, “The National Employment Program implements the national initiative ‘The National Model for the Transition from School to Work’,” published in July 2026, the Oman employment programme, in partnership with the Sultan Qaboos Maritime Academy, organised a workshop in Mussanah to introduce the initiative and strengthen links between education, training and employment in support of Oman Vision 2040.
Oman Employment Programme builds career pathways
The workshop was held at the Saeed bin Sultan Naval Base in the Wilayat of Mussanah, South Al Batinah Governorate. Officials and representatives from more than 20 government, military and private sector organisations attended the event to discuss closer cooperation across the education, training and employment system.
The Oman employment programme seeks to create more effective pathways from school to work. At the same time, it focuses on improving the readiness of national talent and ensuring that education and training outcomes align with labour market requirements. Through this approach, the initiative supports a more connected system that prepares students for future careers while contributing to the country’s long-term economic goals.
National Employment Program workshop in Oman
During the workshop, organisers presented the national school-to-work transition model and explained its core pillars. The framework focuses on developing professional readiness, strengthening career identity among students from an early stage and applying proven practices that support successful transitions into employment.
The presentation also highlighted how closer collaboration between educational institutions and training providers can improve the quality of learning outcomes. As a result, students can acquire practical knowledge and workplace skills that match the changing needs of the labour market. The model also aims to improve the efficiency of the employment system while supporting sustainable economic development.
Maritime training creates practical employment pathways
Participants reviewed the “Ship Chef” programme as a practical example of the national transition model. The initiative is delivered through cooperation between the Sultan Qaboos Maritime Academy, the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, the Ministry of Labour, the National Employment Program, NBK Operations and ASYAD Shipping Company.
The programme combines academic education with vocational and practical maritime training. Consequently, participants gain industry-specific skills and professional experience that prepare them for careers in the maritime sector. Graduates of the programme move into employment opportunities with ASYAD Shipping, demonstrating how education and training can directly support workforce development.
Partnerships support Oman Vision 2040 goals
The workshop concluded with an extended discussion session involving representatives from the Oman employment programme and participating organisations. The participants explored ways to strengthen institutional partnerships, expand the national transition model and improve coordination between education, training and employment across different sectors.
The organisers said these efforts will help prepare qualified national talent with the skills required by the labour market. They also support the objectives of Oman Vision 2040 by improving workforce readiness, enhancing employment efficiency and building a more competitive national economy through stronger collaboration between education and industry.
