Employability and Progression Center
Our Employability & Progression Centre is dedicated to supporting students in preparing for employment and career progression aligned with their qualifications, interests and long-term goals.
We support students across internships, part-time roles, full-time opportunities and entrepreneurial pathways, helping them make a confident transition from academic life to professional life.
Career Planning & Guidance
The Employability & Progression Centre provides students with structured guidance on life after GBS Dubai. Our support includes:
- Career planning and exploration
- Resume and CV development
- Interview preparation
- Support with internships, part-time and full-time opportunities
With guidance from our faculty and insights from industry professionals, students receive continuous advice to help them meet real-world job market expectations.
Helping you succeed
Employer Engagement & Career Fairs
GBS Dubai regularly hosts career fairs, employer events and recruitment sessions, where top-tier organisations visit the campus to meet and engage with our students.
These events provide students with:
- Exposure to employers and industries
- Networking opportunities
- Insight into workplace expectations
Our team also supports students in identifying suitable work placements and job opportunities aligned with their studies.
Entrepreneurship Support
We recognise the strong entrepreneurial spirit among our students.
Through the Employability & Progression Centre, GBS Dubai provides support for students who wish to start or grow their own businesses, including:
- Business idea development
- Business planning guidance
- Advice on funding and customer acquisition
Students are automatically enrolled into the GBS Dubai Enterprise Society, where they can connect with like-minded peers and become part of a growing entrepreneurial community.
Networking & Industry Exposure
Networking is a core part of career development at GBS Dubai.
Students benefit from:
- Industry conferences and guest sessions
- Employer-led talks and workshops
- Access to faculty industry networks
These opportunities help students build professional connections while gaining valuable industry insight.
Digital Career Support β CareerOS
As part of the Employability & Progression Centre, GBS Dubai now provides students with access to CareerOS, a digital career support tool designed to help students organise and manage their career activities in one place.
CareerOS helps students:
- Track job and internship applications
- Organise employer and professional contacts
- Build and tailor CVs for different roles
- Stay on top of career tasks, follow-ups, and next steps
This digital tool complements our existing workshops, career events, and one-to-one guidance by helping students stay organised, proactive, and consistent throughout their job search and career planning.