Episode
Degrees vs Skills: Middle East Hiring Shifts Focus to Hands-On Experience
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- Morning Drive
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- Sep 17, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2386
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Summary
In an exclusive interview with Tim Elliott, David Mackenzie, Managing Director of Mackenzie Jones Middle East, discusses why regional employers are increasingly prioritizing practical skills, industry certifications, and adaptability over traditional university degrees—and how real-world experience is fast becoming the defining metric for career advancement.