City & Guilds, a leading global skill development company, has announced its strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi-based investment group DAS Holding, thus supporting the continued commitment to workforce learning, professional capability and organisational excellence across the UAE. 

DAS Holding has successfully achieved international accreditation from City & Guilds and ILM for three flagship learning programmes: AI Capability and Future Ready Certification – AI Practitioner Foundation, Leadership Programme Certification, and Customer Service Excellence Certification. This milestone provides external recognition of the quality, relevance and rigour of the Group’s learning programmes and reflects its long-term investment in developing people and strengthening business capability.

At the heart of this achievement is the AI Capability and Future Ready Certification – AI Practitioner Foundation. The programme goes beyond introducing employees to artificial intelligence tools. It is designed to help participants understand AI, apply it responsibly and practically in their roles, and build the adaptability, judgement and confidence required as technology continues to reshape the workplace.

By connecting AI utilisation with future-readiness, the programme supports a broader workforce transformation agenda. Participants develop practical capability to identify meaningful AI use cases, improve productivity and decision-making, and contribute to innovation, while maintaining appropriate human oversight, ethical awareness and responsible practice.

Together, the three programmes create an integrated development pathway spanning digital capability, leadership effectiveness and service excellence. They demonstrate DAS Holding’s commitment to equipping employees with the skills needed to perform today and remain relevant, resilient and ready for the future.

The partnership will continue through a range of initiatives during 2027, focused on international best practice and the continued development of high-quality learning experiences. The collaboration also supports the UAE’s wider ambition to accelerate responsible AI adoption and strengthen future skills across the workforce.