The programme aims to attract 25 UAE nationals who are interested in establishing their own real estate brokerage firms.
Dubai Land Department has launched the second phase of its Emirati Real Estate Business Incubator Programme, aiming to attract 25 additional UAE nationals interested in establishing locally owned real estate brokerage firms.
The programme follows the completion of its first phase, which saw strong interest from Emiratis looking to enter Dubai’s property sector and establish brokerage businesses. Registration for the second phase will remain open until May 25.
The initiative is part of the wider efforts by Dubai Land Department to strengthen Emirati participation in the private sector and support the emirate’s transition toward a diversified, knowledge-based economy driven by entrepreneurship and local talent.
The six-month programme will equip participants with training across key areas involved in running real estate brokerage firms, including legal, regulatory, operational, marketing, and financial aspects.
It will also place emphasis on the use of technology and artificial intelligence in the property sector, alongside professional standards and industry ethics, as part of efforts to prepare a new generation of Emirati brokers.
Dubai Land Department said the initiative is designed to help participants establish sustainable brokerage companies that can contribute to the long-term growth and competitiveness of Dubai’s real estate market.
The programme is being delivered in partnership with Dubai Silicon Oasis, New Economy Academy, and Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai.
In addition to training, participants will receive mentorship, practical business guidance, and networking opportunities with developers and other stakeholders in the real estate sector.
Eng. Abdullah Ahmed Al Shehhi said the second phase builds on the momentum of the programme’s first intake.
“The first phase highlighted the strong potential of Emirati talent and their ability to confidently enter the real estate sector when provided with the right environment, practical knowledge, and professional guidance,” he said.
He added that the initiative aims to equip Emirati brokers and entrepreneurs with the skills and support needed to establish sustainable brokerage firms and contribute to a more competitive property market in Dubai.
Dubai Land Department also noted that participants in the first phase benefited from direct engagement with developers and industry stakeholders, helping them move from training into real-world business implementation.
Long-term growth
Dubai Land Department said the incubator programme is part of its broader efforts to support Emirati entrepreneurship and increase national participation in Dubai’s rapidly growing real estate sector.
The initiative also aims to foster UAE-led brokerage firms that operate under professional standards and sustainable business models, strengthening the sector’s long-term competitiveness.
Dubai’s property market continues to attract both local and international investors, supported by strong transaction activity, population growth, and rising demand across residential, commercial, and luxury segments.
The department has invited Emiratis interested in entering the real estate sector—including experienced professionals and those exploring new career paths—to apply before the May 25 deadline.
