With the recession starting to bite, small businesses in the Middle East are being encouraged to gain the edge over their competition by signing up to online language and professional development training from International House Dubai (IH Dubai). 

 

IH online training courses offer a range of learning and development opportunities tailored to the needs of individual organisations and their managers. Learning online allows participants to work in their own time and to network with professionals from over a larger area. By providing training though the recession, companies can ensure a motivated workforce and achieve organisational goals with higher staff retention and improved performance resulting in greater customer satisfaction.

 

Sara Alvarez, HR Manager, said: “Taking an online qualification in Business Writing has really boosted the communication skills of our employees and provided them with the opportunity to become more efficient at their jobs, particularly in these difficult times when such skills are so crucial. We definitely feel more focused and confident and will be using our newly acquired skills in the future to make a difference in the organisation.”

 

Clair Hattle, Director of Studies, said: “By investing in continuing professional development, organisations can ensure that their staff are confident in their abilities and able to face the challenging times ahead. Developing employees through out-of-hours online training is the single most cost-effective investment an organisation can make to enhance the performance and efficiency of its staff.”

 

IH Dubai offers a comprehensive and flexible range online courses in General and Business English, Pronunciation Courses, Exam Preparation e.g. IELTS, Business Skills, General Spanish and Teacher Training qualifications. IH Dubai Online delivers practically-focused qualifications, covering a unique and broad range of disciplines.

 

Qualifications offered by IH Dubai can be tailored to meet the development needs of local businesses and individuals, so that they are able to lead employees through the challenging times ahead and give their organisation a real competitive advantage. 

 

For further information about Online Training and Development available from International House Dubai please visit www.ihdubai.com.