Come October 20, 2016 and GIA will commence its eight-week Graduate Diamonds (GD) diploma programme in Dubai. The internationally recognised   course is open to both professionals and aspiring professionals, and is a doorway to the world of diamonds.

“The GD programme combines theory and hands-on practical learning to teach students the GIA-created 4Cs (Colour, Cut, Clarity and Carat weight) of diamond quality and how to grade diamonds in the D-Z colour range,” GIA said in a press note, describing the programme. “Students will learn how to use gemmological instruments to grade and identify diamonds; how to detect synthetics, treatments, simulants and fracture-filled diamonds; and how to confidently speak the language of diamonds to suppliers, vendors and customers.”

The  GIA will facilitate “hands-on learning” by arranging regular visits to manufacturing facilities and retail houses so that course participants gain an understanding of day-to-day business. “Students have a unique opportunity to experience the journey of a diamond from mine to market,” GIA said.  

GIA conducts regular courses in major trade centres throughout the Gulf region including Bahrain, Dubai, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.