Current Trends In Labour And Employment Law In Qatar

Location
Qatar, Doha - Intercontinental, Doha - The City Hotel
Dates
16 - 17 Feb 2015
Course Type
Professional Training Course
Accreditation
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Language
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Price
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Course Overview

Current Trends In Labour And Employment Law In Qatar has been developed for all those working within the Qatar industry sectors who want a recap of the Qatar labour laws; or want to gain a better understanding of Qatar labour laws and current practices; and for anyone who is new to the region or to an HR role. It has been designed for those who want an update on the regulatory trends and an insight of how to address issues that often arise in the employment context, in the new economic landscape in Qatar.

Who should take this course

This course will be highly beneficial for those working as company secretaries and legal heads that have had minimal formal training in labour law and wish to consolidate their experience in the region. In addition it would also benefit in-house counsel and lawyers who have recently been transferred to this region.

Course content

Overview of the key employment / labour legislation and the sponsorship/ immigration systems in Qatar and in the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC)

  • Applicability of the labour law, Human Resources law, and QFC employment Regulations 2005
  • Employment and the nature of sponsorship
  • Employee benefits
  • Issues for companies (Discrimination/data protection/repatriation/ health and life insurance/exit visas)
  • Employer civil and criminal liability for employees
  • End of employment
  • Resignation by employee
  • Termination
  • Protecting the company
  • Employment disputes

About Course Provider

Informa Middle East, formerly known as IIR Middle East, has over two decades of regional experience in organising and managing all types of business events. This means that when you attend one of our conferences or training courses you are getting only top quality.

Businesses face many challenges in the 21st century. Dynamic markets and increasing competition require companies to stay one step ahead if they want to succeed. We can help better prepare you for these challenges. Through our diverse range of seminars, conferences and events, we give you the advantage you need by providing you with the latest industry knowledge, business information and training. This allows you and your employees to keep ahead of the game.