Students from the Business Administration and Public Administration Departments Visit Korek Telecom
On Wednesday, 14 January 2025, first-year students from the Business Administration and Public Administration departments visited Korek Telecom Company. The visit was supervised by Assistant Lecturer Hevi Mohammed Qadir.
Upon arrival, the students were warmly received by Mr. Yousif and then accompanied by Ms. Narin to the seminar hall. During the seminar, Mr. Aram Mahmoud Khidr, Director of Learning and Development, delivered an informative presentation about the company’s operations. He began by asking several introductory questions, including the year Korek Telecom was established and the services it provides. The students responded that Korek Telecom was founded in 2000 and received international recognition in 2007. They also noted that the company offers 3G and 4G services, with 3G introduced in 2015 and 4G in 2021.
During the session, Mr. Aram explained the responsibilities of the Human Resources (HR) department, which oversees employee-related activities within the company. He highlighted the use of the Human Resource Information System (HRIS), where all employee data are recorded, and described the company’s recruitment process for new employees.
The seminar also addressed various types of employee leave, including maternity leave (72 days), paternity leave (3 days), as well as bereavement and study leave. In addition, Mr. Aram emphasized the importance of employee motivation through training programs and salary increases, noting that these factors contribute to improved performance and organizational growth. Guidance was also provided on preparing a professional curriculum vitae (CV) and demonstrating appropriate behavior during job interviews, including the importance of wearing formal attire for both males and females.
Furthermore, two types of recruitment at Korek Telecom were explained: internal and external recruitment. Internal recruitment involves offering vacant positions to current employees, while external recruitment is used if no suitable candidates are found within the company.
At the end of the visit, the scientific trip allowed students to ask questions and gain valuable insights into the company’s operations. The supervising lecturer expressed sincere appreciation to Mr. Aram Mahmoud Khidr and the entire staff of Korek Telecom for providing this valuable learning opportunity.
