GIA reaches its AJP diploma programme in Turkey

In a tie-up with the Jewellery Exporters' Association (JTR), GIA (Gemological Institute of America) plans to offer its Accredited Jewelry Professional (AJP) diploma programme to the Members of the JTR in Istanbul.

The purpose of the tie-up was to make professional sales training readily available through the AJP diploma and support the continued expansion that retail jewelers have experienced throughout the country.

“We are delighted to work with the JTR to bring GIA’s education programmes to their members,” said Donna Baker, President and CEO of GIA. “The Institute is honoured to serve the Turkish trade community through our education courses and seminars.” “Over the last decade, Turkey has established itself as one of the world’s leading trade centres for gems and jewellery,” said Nirupa Bhatt, Managing Director of GIA in India and Middle East. “We want to bring relevant and up-to-date education to members of the trade and thank JTR for giving us this opportunity.”

GIA also plans to conduct on-going seminars and classes on topics relevant to the gems and jewellery industry for an audience including manufacturers, retailers, jewellery designers, retail salespersons and young aspirants.

“This collaboration with GIA will help our members – both seasoned professionals and young entrepreneurs – face challenges in the market confidently,” said Ayhan Güner, Chairman of JTR. GIA in the Middle East has offered courses in major trade centres across the region, including Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dubai, Kuwait, Lebanon, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.