The key objectives of this survey are to obtain detailed data about the different characteristics of the population and the human forces in general, and about the economically-active population (labour force) and their characteristics in particular. In addition, this survey also provides data through which the demographic, social, and economic variables and characteristics are linked to each other in a way that enables policymaking as well as development of plans and programs for the labour market and labour force for both Emiratis and non-Emiratis in the Emirate of Dubai.
Through the collected data, the following could be measured:
1. Identifying the various demographic, social, and economic characteristics of the population and labour force, including participation rates in economic activity.
2. Identifying the professional occupation and economic activity of the employed individuals as well as their employment status.
3. Measuring unemployment rates according to different characteristics.
4. Providing data on employed and unemployed individuals by qualification and educational fields.
5. Identifying the key ways and methods followed by the unemployed individual to look for a job.
6. Identifying changes in these variables over the years.
Main Subjects of Main Statistical Outputs:
• Employed Individuals 15 years and above
• Unemployed Individuals 15 years and above
• Labour Force "Economically Active" Individuals 15 years and above
• Outside Labour Force "Non-Economically Active" Individuals 15 years and above
• Population 15 years and above
• Housewives 15 years and above
• Main labour force indicators