I had a relaxing round of golf with an Emirates mate during his command course. He was relaxed and enjoying the upgrade. He's file did not go to a Star chamber before and after his command, he did not have to do meaningless P.C.A's.
E.K. promoted him in seniority on his fleet, based on his overall performance. No major hick up's during RT/ PC's and line checks and you are good to go. And no " you have passed but wait for the Star chamber to sit on Friday"
They trust their trainers to shake your hand , and hand you your 4 bars.
So some might have a problem with the initial culture shock, but it does get better.
Until they fire 49 pilots "for no apparent reason" I must believe their system is better