27 July 2016
Abu Dhabi - GP Strategies kicked-off a major new Talent Development Programme with Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company (Orpic) on July 26. The programme, managed through Abu Dhabi University Knowledge Group (ADUKG) as GP Strategies' exclusive MENA partner, is the company's first in Oman. It will see the firm work alongside Orpic to develop leadership and management skills to prepare high-potential employees for senior leadership roles.

This unique programme has been created by GP Strategies' team of programme designers to closely align with Orpic's vision, and will be delivered by a team of highly-experienced facilitators. The programme will initially see two groups of 20 Omani participants each undertake a bespoke, internationally-benchmarked course that will lead to a GP Strategies certification, alongside an accredited award from the UK's Chartered Management Institute (CMI).

Participants will engage with a customised series of modules focused on aspects such as "The Foundations of Leadership" and "Managing Performance". They will develop skills in areas such as communication, coaching and strategy, and will consider their personal leadership style through a unique blend of training approaches. Modules are closely mapped to the renowned "Leading People+" programme, an approach that has been proven with hundreds of global companies.

"We are delighted to be working with Orpic on this crucial project. As one of Oman's most high-profile and important businesses, it is a great responsibility to contribute our leadership development expertise to help grow their next generation of Omani talent. We look forward to working with them over the long-term and demonstrating the exceptional outcomes of our proven methodology and approach," said Dr. Ahmad Badr, CEO of ADUKG.

Ali Al Mahruqi, Training Centre Manager - Orpic, added: "Orpic believes in bringing the potential of its people alive in order to ensure that their skills and abilities are further enhanced to meet the company's standards. We firmly believe that through this programme we can nurture and develop future leaders who will spearhead Oman's progress and success.

"Orpic is currently undergoing transformation with three strategic growth projects (Sohar Refinery Improvement Project, Muscat Sohar Product Pipeline, Liwa Plastics Industries Complex) which will enable not just more opportunities but will firmly place Orpic as a leading player in the global refining and petrochemicals sector. It will also help attract, retain and develop local talent." Al Mahruqi concluded.

The initial project kick-off at Orpic's Sohar office provided participants with an overview of what to expect from this cutting-edge programme, as well as setting initial pre-programme work and a leadership skills assessment. The two initial groups will now begin the programme in the next few weeks - the first on 31 July, and the second on 7 August - with courses running until the end of September. Further groups of participants will be starting the programme throughout the rest of 2016.

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About Orpic:
Orpic (Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company SAOC) is one of Oman's largest companies and one of the most rapidly growing businesses in the Middle East oil industry.  Orpic's Refineries in Sohar and Muscat, as well as the Aromatics and Polypropylene Plants in Sohar, provide fuel, chemicals, plastics, and other petroleum products, to Oman and to the world.  To continue to meet the needs of Oman, and international markets, Orpic is undertaking three strategic growth projects known as [Muscat Sohar Product Pipeline (MSPP), Sohar Refinery Improvement Project (SRIP) and Liwa Plastics Industries Complex (LPIC)], in line with the company's strategy to add value to the Oil and Gas resources of Oman. For more information, please visit www.orpic.om

About Abu Dhabi University Knowledge Group:
Abu Dhabi University Knowledge Group (ADUKG) was established in 2006 to support the training and development needs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It offers customised solutions to clients in both the public and private sector across Consulting, Coaching, Training & Development, Outsourcing, Research, and Events & Conferences. To date, ADUKG has supported the professional development of more than 110,000 individuals, and has worked with many of the UAE's most important government organisations and businesses. It has a global network of over 400 associates, and is partnered with a range of the world's most respected training and development companies.

About GP Strategies
GP Strategies is a global performance improvement company and a leader in sales and technical training, e-learning solutions, management, consulting, and engineering services. Since 1973, the company's Leadership Practice has been providing organisations throughout the world with cutting-edge training and consulting processes designed to enhance a performance management and development culture.

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