Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) Directorate at University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) announced its new partnership with the global leader in talent development Management Center Europe (MCE) during a virtual ceremony that was organized at the University. The agreement was signed by Dr. Salem Al-Naemi, President of UDST and Mr. Patrick Faniel Managing Director of MCE in the presence of an official delegation from the University and representatives from MCE.
This collaboration allows candidates in Qatar to access a unique international accreditation preparation that is becoming the new standard of excellence in management AMA-CPM™.
This unique certification defines the international standard of excellence for managers. Professionals who are AMA-CPM™ certified are individuals who master the key skills that successful managers need to demonstrate.
Commenting on the newly founded partnership, Dr. Salem Al-Naemi, UDST President said: “We are pleased to have initiated this agreement that addresses a need in the market. Managers are responsible for the collective and individual success of their company and employees, hence preparing well to obtain the right certification will help them succeed in this mission and confidently transform their knowledge into applicable solutions. Joining hands with MCE represents UDST’s commitment in supporting the economic development and Qatar National Vision 2030.”
During the ceremony, MCE Managing Director, Mr. Patrick Faniel, said: “We must admit that the new environment is completely unknown. Changes can happen suddenly and can be very disruptive, so a key talent for the manager today is to be able to adapt and jump on newly created opportunities. This is our role; to support students and managers through this evolution.”
The AMA-CPM™ Prep course that CPE offers focuses on four key areas which are: professional effectiveness, business acumen, analytical intelligence, and relationship management. The prep course is open to experienced professionals who are looking to advance their skills and acquire a universally respected credential that validates a manager's proficiency.
Within the framework of the MoU aimed at fostering collaboration, CPE and MCE joined forces to arrange a free workshop on “Innovation through Design Thinking”. The workshop was attended by 40 participants from the private and public sector and was facilitated by a Senior MCE Associate. The sessions covered topics such as: innovation and value creation, design thinking in the workplace, dealing with uncertainty, and linear and non-linear thinking. At the end of the workshop, participants learned how to convert ideas into customer value and market opportunity to create more progressive and practical solutions for real-world problems.
UDST’s pursuit of strategic and advantageous partnerships thrusts its efforts to advance managerial education and training in Qatar. It grants local professionals unparalleled access to world-class programs, empowering them to excel in their roles and contribute to the realization of Qatar's development goals.
