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Career Development Policies and Practices in the Middle East: A Case Study of Qatar

Saturday, February 24, 2024
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time
Location: Salon F (First Floor)
Abstract: This study provides an examination of career development (CD) policies and practices within the framework of Human Resource Development (HRD) in Qatar. Using qualitative case study method, the study draws on an in-depth information provided by 14 participants in five different industries, including energy, construction, food, farming, and education. The research reveals that CD approaches across different industries in Qatar is predominantly traditional (i.e., organization-led). Appreciating the sociocultural and sociopolitical realities within Qatar, this research demonstrates the vital role that organizations play in shaping employees career paths and the importance of CD assessments. The study has critical implications for both research and practice in HRD, suggesting a need for a comprehensive understanding of the nuanced interplay between individual experiences and organizational cultures in shaping CD. While the study refrains from prescribing non-traditional CD interventions, it lays the groundwork for future research to delve deeper into the complexities of CD within Qatar's unique socio-cultural context.