Students day | Big 5 Global

Thursday, 27 November 2025
Za’abeel Hall 5
Dubai World Trade Centre
INVITE ONLY

Launch your career

Students’ Talks at Big 5 Global is your front-row seat to the future of the built environment; where fresh ideas, bold thinkers and real-world guidance help you launch your career with confidence.

Designed for you if you’re...

What’s in it for you?

Hear from real professionals

in government, architecture, engineering, sustainability and tech and get inspired by their journeys.

Learn what top employers look for

with practical advice on CVs, personal branding, and confidence-building.

Explore future-ready roles

and discover the fastest-growing jobs in the built environment.

Connect with mentors & employers

through live networking plus earn a certificate to boost your portfolio.

Agenda highlights

All sessions take place on Thursday, 27 November 2025 at the Za’abeel 5 Stage

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Meet the speakers

Mrs Alison Watson MBE

Founder & CEO

Class of Your Own

Dr Albert Fakhoury

President of Council

Council for International Accreditation of Architecture & Design (CIAAD)

Mr Carl Wamsley

Chief Operating Officer

AASA Group

Eng Hamed Ahmad

Project Manager

Dubai Municipality

Mr Henry Htun

Student

Uptown International School - Taaleem

Ms Mariam Morra

Student

Class of Your Own

Mr Matt Doran

MENA Regional Hub Manager

Chartered Institute of Building

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Kick-start your career
in construction

Students’ Day is your chance to learn, connect and take the first
step into the industry.

Students' Talks:
Your future in the built environment

Launch your career

Designed for you if you’re...