Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emirates Youth Leadership Program?

Emirates Youth Leadership (EYL) is a customized virtual LIVE leadership training program, designed for the most promising leaders, managers, and entrepreneurs for the future of the UAE, who are driven to polish and gain various leadership skills.


In this program you will learn about:

  • Fundamentals of communication for leaders and managers
  • The power to influence. "The 5 steps to empowering leadership"
  • State Management and emotional control in your speaking engagements


Every session is focused on specific topics, and participants will get a chance to practice what they have learned including direct feedback from COACH KARDAN.

The program membership fee is AED 1,000 + VAT per month and it is 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

A prestigious “Certification of Achievement” will be given to those who complete a total of 24 sessions and pass a presentation test with a score of 80% or above.


Please check the Program Schedule to view the specific dates and times.

What is the mission and purpose of this program?

Do you want to be a better leader and inspire others with your skills?


The Emirates Youth Leadership Training program is designed for leaders, managers, and entrepreneurs from government and semi-government entities, who are looking to take their leadership skills to the next level. It is a virtual LIVE program that teaches you how to speak with clarity and impact to motivate others and inspire them to create positive change.


This is a practical program that has been developed with input from top experts in leadership, influence, public speaking, and communication skills. Therefore it is guaranteed to help you reach your goals. You will also get a chance to practice the new strategies and techniques with direct feedback from your coach.

Whose initiative is this and why?

Emirates Youth Leadership Program is the result of working with over 2,000 young Emiratis and understanding their needs, desires, goals, dreams, and also what skills they need to be able to show up as a world-class leader and influencer. From September 2018 to December 2019, the UAE Federal Youth Authority gave COACH KARDAN an opportunity to conduct monthly workshops at several youth hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Ajman and as a result of over 30 powerful workshops, this program was initiated for the youth, by the youth and with the vision, innovation and relentless effort of its founder COACH KARDAN. This program is aligned with the UAE Government Vision 2021. We are grateful for all the support we are receiving from many governments and semi-government entities including the national archive in Abu Dhabi for sponsoring their Emirati employees who want to step up and become better leaders for the future of the UAE and the Crown Prince Court in Abu Dhabi who has been a major sponsor to several ambitious Emiratis who graduated from this program. We are also thankful to the University of Sharjah, UAE University, Zayed University, Knowledge Summit, the Gulf News, and Emirates Literature Festival for giving us the opportunity to showcase and represent this program in a professional way.

Who can join this program and how?

The program is for Emirati nationals aged between 18 – 38.

The Emirates Youth Leadership Training program is designed for leaders, managers, and entrepreneurs from government and semi-government entities, who are looking to take their leadership skills to the next level.

What are some of the skills I will gain during the online training program?

  • Communication skills
  • Public speaking & presentation skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Coaching Skills
  • Persuasion & Influence 

Who is the main teacher and coach in this program?

COACH KARDAN is the master trainer and the main coach for this program. His expertise and experience of over 15,000 hours of speaking training internationally will impact you massively. He will share with you some very powerful tools and strategies of advanced communications and will support you in accomplishing your goals and dreams. In addition, you will be connected with a positive like-minded peer group of incredible individuals who are all hungry for success and will encourage you and challenge you to produce outstanding results.

When does the program start and when does it end?

This is a very flexible program and easy to register and attend. You can start at any time during the year and can graduate after a minimum of 24 sessions in total. This is a monthly membership program with 2 virtual LIVE sessions for 2 hours of content including practice time and coaching feedback content. A prestigious “Certification of Achievement” will be given to those who complete a total of 24 sessions and pass a presentation test with a score of 80% or above. Every session is focused on specific topics, and participants will get a chance to practice what they have learned including direct feedback from COACH KARDAN.


Please check the Program Schedule to view the specific dates and times.

Can I join if I am a full-time employee or a full-time student?

Yes. This program is designed for full-time employees including government & semi-government entities, university students, and people with other major commitments. The sessions happen two times per month in the evening from 7-9 PM and are delivered virtually in a LIVE format via Zoom.

What tools do I need in order to attend?

You need a computer, or an iPad, or a smartphone, and also need to download the recent version of Zoom. Ideally, we suggest that you use your computer to attend each session in order to get the best results.

How often do we have the online LIVE classes?

This is a monthly membership program with 2 virtual LIVE sessions for 2 hours of content including practice time and coaching feedback content. The sessions happen two times per month in the evening from 7-9 PM and are delivered virtually in a LIVE format via Zoom.


Please check the Program Schedule to view the specific dates and times.

Is there any age or nationality limit to attend?

You must be an Emirati national, or one of your parents must be an Emiratis national. You must be between 18 to 38 years old to be eligible for attending this program.

Is this training program in English or Arabic?

You must have basic conversational English skills, and this online LIVE training program will be conducted in English only. It is a great opportunity for those who want to improve their presentation skills in English too.

How much does it cost to attend the program?

The monthly membership fee for two online LIVE sessions per month is AED 1,000 + VAT.

How can I make the payment?

You can pay by a credit card and monthly auto payment.

What happens if I decide to cancel for any reason? Can I get a refund?

You can cancel at any time. Your payments are only for two sessions per month in advance, so if you decide to cancel your membership for any reason, there is no refund for the two upcoming sessions. Terms and condition page.

 

Can I get a sponsor to pay for me? How?

Yes. If you are an employee, you can communicate with your HR or managers to support your leadership development training. We can issue the invoice under your company’s name along with your name and admission number. If you are a student, you may communicate with your university and they might be able to sponsor you, or you can also ask your parents to be your sponsor.

Do I get a certification, and where can I use it?

To be eligible to receive your “Certification of Achievement” from Step Up International, you need to do all the requirements:

  • Attend a minimum of 24 sessions
  • Pass a presentation test with a score of 80% or above
  • Show up on time or 5 minutes before the start of each session
  • Turn on your webcam and engage during the sessions
  • Be positive, show respect to other participants and be active during the sessions
  • Measure your growth and see the results in the provided system

With your Certification of Achievement, we offer job opportunities in the UAE and Japan to those attendees who will complete the program successfully. We only hire A-class players, and we offer great compensations and rewards. This certificate can be a great addition to your CV.

What happens if I miss a training session?

As a participant, you have the ability to view all the previous Virtual LIVE sessions on a recorded version through your own portal. 

Is this a government program? Any major universities or entities involved?

Emirates Youth Leadership Program is the result of working with over 5,000 young Emiratis and understanding their needs, desires, goals, dreams, and also skills they need to be able to show up as a world-class leader. From September 2018 to December 2019, the UAE Federal Youth Authority gave COACH KARDAN an opportunity to conduct monthly workshops at several youth hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Ajman and as a result of over 30 powerful workshops, this program was initiated for the youth, by the youth and with the vision, innovation and relentless effort of its founder COACH KARDAN. This program is aligned with the UAE Government Vision. We are grateful for all the support we are receiving from many governments and semi-government entities including The National Archive in Abu Dhabi for sponsoring their Emirati employees who want to step up and become better leaders for the future of the UAE, and the Crown Prince Court in Abu Dhabi who has been a major sponsor to several ambitious Emiratis who graduated from this program. We are also thankful to the University of Sharjah, UAE University, Zayed University, Knowledge Summit, the Gulf News, and Emirates Literature Festival for giving us the opportunity to showcase and represent this program nationwide.

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