Empowering Earthlink Employees through Pursuit of Telecom Excellence

Baghdad, Iraq – July 7^th, 2023

Earthlink Iraq and Etisalat Academy by e& have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishing their relationship in creating the Earthlink Academy in Iraq. The primary objective of this pioneering initiative is to provide comprehensive training programs to empower and upskill workforce of Iraqi employees at Earthlink. With a strong focus on fostering excellence in various facets of business operations, leadership capabilities, talent development, knowledge transfer, and vocational training, this partnership marks a significant stride towards enhancing the professional growth and overall success of Earthlink personnel in Iraq.

In a momentous ceremony held at the prestigious Etisalat Academy in Dubai, Dr. Alaa Jasim, the CEO of Earthlink Company, and Muammar Nasir Al-Rukhaimi, the CEO of Etisalat Services Holding, officially signed the strategic MOU. The significance of this milestone was emphatically highlighted by both leaders, as they emphasized the importance of building a dedicated training facility for Earthlink employees in Iraq. This state-of-the-art facility will be spearheaded by a team of seasoned experts from Etisalat Academy by e&, who will conduct a comprehensive training program meticulously designed to address the market’s evolving demands in the field of Gigabit Passive Optical Network (GPON) and FTTH network systems.

Dr. Alaa Jasim, CEO of Earthlink Company, emphasized, “At Earthlink, we are unwavering in our dedication to empower our staff with cutting-edge training encompassing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. This commitment is deeply rooted in our aspirations for consultancy, business training, communications engineering, and IT systems. By equipping our employees with the latest and most effective training, we can ensure their success in these fields. Our collaboration with Etisalat Academy by e& marks a significant leap towards achieving these goals, propelling us closer to excellence.”

Muammar Nasir Al-Rukhaimi, CEO of Etisalat Services Holding, stated, “By leveraging the expertise of the academy in HR management and development, business and telecom management, and e-learning systems, the training program will empower Earthlink employees with essential skills to navigate technology and telecom. Under the guidance of Etisalat Academy experts, they will enhance their training capabilities, maintain up-to-date performance, and receive exceptional education and skill development.”

The collaboration between the two companies will extend beyond mere partnership, as they join forces to meticulously develop robust policies, procedures, and stringent quality control processes. The paramount objective of this concerted effort is to guarantee the delivery of a high-quality training program through the academy, precisely tailored to meet the ever-evolving resource needs of the market.

The comprehensive training curriculum will encompass a wide range of essential areas, carefully designed to equip participants with a holistic understanding of the telecom industry. Covering an array of crucial subjects, the curriculum will delve into telecom concepts, cutting-edge technologies, innovative solutions, network infrastructure intricacies, diverse services and applications, customer management strategies, leadership and management principles, as well as emerging technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Participants will also receive insights into the dynamic domain of data center solutions, as well as examine other essential issues critical to their professional progress and success.

The academy will offer a comprehensive portfolio of courses, certifications, and accreditation covering a wide range of topics, including telecommunications concepts, technologies, solutions, network infrastructure, support services, project management, Earthlink products and services, leadership and management, customer management, emerging technologies, data center solutions, and telecom network and cabling accreditation. State-of-the-art facilities, such as dedicated training areas, labs, classrooms, and workshops, will be established to ensure effective learning.

The comprehensive training program will be supported by technology webinars, summer training camps, emerging technologies workshops, crash courses, and boot camps, providing participants a diverse learning experience.