Duration: 08 Hours
CERTIFIED QATAR LABOUR LAW PROFESSIONAL (CQLLP)
The CQLLP program equips HR professionals, legal practitioners, and business leaders with comprehensive knowledge of Qatar's labor laws and employment regulations. It focuses on contract management, compliance, dispute resolution, and employee rights to ensure legal adherence and smooth workforce operations. Participants gain expertise in visa processing, payroll compliance, termination laws, and labor law updates.
CERTIFIED QATAR LABOUR LAW PROFESSIONAL (CQLLP)
Course Modules
Module 1
Introduction to Qatar Labour Law
- • Overview of the Qatar Labour Law framework
- • Key provisions and applicability to employees and employers
- • Role of the Ministry of Labour in enforcement
Module 2
Employment Contracts and Work Conditions
- • Types of employment contracts in Qatar (fixed-term vs. indefinite)
- • Essential clauses in employment agreements
- • Working hours, overtime, and rest periods regulations
Module 3
Employee Rights and Employer Obligations
- • Rights to fair wages, benefits, and working conditions
- • Employer responsibilities under Qatari labour law
- • Workplace safety, health, and compliance requirements
Module 4
Wage Protection System (WPS) and Salary Regulations
- • Understanding the Wage Protection System (WPS)
- • Minimum wage policies and payment structures
- • Penalties for non-compliance with salary laws
Module 5
Leave Policies and Entitlements
- • Annual leave, sick leave, maternity & paternity leave
regulations - • Public holidays and special leave provisions
- • End-of-service benefits and gratuity calculations
Module 6
Termination, Resignation, and End of Service Benefits
- • Lawful and unlawful termination of employment
- • Employee resignation process and notice period requirements
- • End-of-service benefits and final settlements
Module 7
Qatar’s Labour Dispute Resolution System
- • Mechanisms for handling workplace disputes
- • Role of the Labour Court and Ministry of Labour in conflict resolution
- • Legal process for filing complaints and appeals
Module 8
Qatar Visa and Work Permit
Regulations
- • Work visa and residency permit (RP) requirements
- • Sponsorship (Kafala) system and exit permit policies
- • Employer responsibilities for work permit renewals and cancellations
Module 9
Employment of Expatriates and Qatarization Policy
- • Hiring foreign workers: legal procedures and restrictions
- • Qatarization and its impact on workforce planning
- • Compliance requirements for multinational employers
Module 10
Labour Law Compliance and Audits
- • Employer legal obligations for compliance audits
- • Consequences of non-compliance and penalties
- • Best practices for maintaining legal adherence
Module 11
Recent Amendments and Future Labour Law Trends
- • Key updates and amendments in Qatar’s Labour Law
- • Impact of changing labour laws on businesses and employees
- • Anticipated future reforms and their implications
