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Within the framework of the continuous efforts made by the Deanship of Student Affairs, represented by the Student Sports Club on the university campus in North Obhur, to activate sports activities and enhance sports movement in the university, and strengthen cooperation ties with specialized sports bodies and federations, the Saudi League Championship (Excellent + First) Individual Combat, the second round in Karate, which was hosted by the university in the sports hall in North Obhur, concluded today, Saturday, November 16, during the period from Thursday to Saturday, corresponding to November 14-16, 2024, with a comprehensive organization by the Saudi Karate Federation, and under the supervision of the Deanship of Student Affairs and in cooperation with Shukor Company, where the number of players participating in the tournament reached (400) players from the Saudi clubs participating in the game, which number (42) clubs in the (First) and (Excellent) divisions in the Saudi Karate League, which included the categories of adults and juniors, who participated in (5) multiple weights, and the number of The referees participating in organizing the tournament (40) referees, in addition to (80) technical trainers. The total attendance of this tournament over the three days was about (1000) people, including the families of the players and some fans, especially in the clubs of Jeddah (Al-Ittihad and Al-Ahly).The closing ceremony of the tournament and the crowning of the winners of the first three places according to the categories and weights was attended by the member of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Karate Federation, Mr. Turki Yahya Bukhari, and the CEO, Mr. Abdul-Ilah Al-Shaya, in addition to a supervisor from the Ministry of Sports in the Makkah Al-Mukarramah region and the presence of the Dean of Student Affairs. All thanks and appreciation to the work team, led by the Director of the Sports Club, Captain Majdi Al-Balushi, for their efforts, supervision, and good organization. With our wishes for success and prosperity, always and forever.
The Department of Architecture at the College of Engineering UBT hosted children from the Social Nursery in Jeddah (Al-Shati Branch), affiliated with the Ministry of Labor and Social Development in Makkah Region. Volunteer students from UBT organized a variety of educational and recreational activities designed to introduce the children to architecture in an engaging and simplified way.This initiative was supported by Dr. Anwar Basanbul Head of the Architecture Department, Dr. Mohammed Khouj, Dean of CE, Dr. Rania Baasheera Vice Dean of CE, and Dr. Liela Jamjoom, Director of the Community Responsibility Center. The event was organized by Engineer Abrar Baamer, Head of the Student Activities and Community Service Committee in the Department of Architecture.The program included competitions and activities related to art and engineering, such as learning about famous buildings in Saudi Arabia, understanding building stability, exploring architectural scales, and identifying basic geometric shapes. The children’s enthusiasm and eagerness to learn left a positive impression on the volunteers, enhancing awareness of the value of social and volunteer work and demonstrating the students’ ability and desire to make a meaningful impact in others’ lives.
The Career Center and Community Responsibility Center at the University of Business and Technology, in collaboration with the “Mutqen” program (the community service arm of Basamh Group), organized a training session titled “Discover Your Depths.” The session aimed to empower students to enhance self-awareness, manage relationships, and develop their career paths using the DISC personality assessment. 60 students participated in this interactive session. The course was facilitated by Dr. Abobakr Aljuwaiber, Associate Professor of Knowledge Management at Taibah University, member of the British Academy of Management, and ambassador of the Mutqen program, who enriched the session with his expertise and knowledge. The Career Center and Community Responsibility Center also extend a special thanks to Mr. Ahmed Bahurmuz for establishing this partnership with the Mutqen program, which continues to provide meaningful training programs and educational resources for students and university staff. Those interested in accessing Mutqen’s tools can download the free app via this link: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/%D9%85%D8%AA%D9%82%D9%86/id1523664070
As part of its commitment to supporting student activities and fostering community partnerships, and under the supervision of the Community Responsibility Center, students from Ibn Sina College led several awareness campaigns at the University of Business and Technology throughout the first semester. The series began in October with "Every Drop Counts," a campaign on the importance of blood donation and its health benefits. This was followed by a campaign on drug prevention, highlighting the harmful effects of substance abuse on individuals and society, and another on types of anemia, offering health and nutrition tips for prevention. The students concluded their efforts with an awareness campaign on epilepsy, addressing its types and essential first-aid measures. Dr. Liela Ahmed Jamjoom, Director of the Community Responsibility Center, emphasized the value of these academic partnerships in fostering knowledge sharing and awareness among students, benefiting the community as a whole.
Dr. Bandar Altubaishe, Vice Dean of the College of Business Administration, participated in the International Procurement and Supply Chain Conference (IPSC) held in Riyadh on November 2, 2024. Dr. Altubaishe highlighted the importance of infrastructure projects in ports, airports, and railways to enhance the efficiency of supply chains, their active role in achieving the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, and their economic impact on both national and global levels.Dr. Altubaishe also discussed the importance of investing in information technology and modern technologies to ensure the integration and quality of infrastructure projects and improve the efficiency of logistical operations. He noted that the development of these projects is a key factor in strengthening the Kingdom’s capabilities to become a leading regional hub in the fields of supply chain and transportation. The Dean of the College of Business Administration, Prof. Haneen Shoaib, expressed her gratitude and appreciation to Dr. Bandar Altubaishe for his active participation and valuable contributions to the conference, which enriched the discussions and offered practical insights to advance the sector’s growth. Pro. Spain wished him and his colleagues in the Supply Chain Management Department continued contributions in both national and international conferences.
The College of Business Administration, represented by the Human Resources Management Department conducted a field trip to Reza Food Services Co. (McDonald's) for the HRM department students. This field trip visit was attended by a group of university students to develop their practical understanding of techniques in human resources management and learn about real-world applications in this field. This invitation was made by the Human Resources Management Club under the supervision of Dr. Megren Altassan and Ms. Renad Zawawi from the Human Resources Management Department at the College of Business Administration and in cooperation with the Industry Relations Unit represented by Dr. Alaa Lary and the team & attended by Dr. Sarah Zakour, a faculty member in UBT. During the visit the students had a valuable opportunity to see the work style followed at McDonald's, which contributed to expanding their scope of basic business applications, as they gained direct real-world experience to link what they learned academically to reality, in addition to knowing how to go beyond practical experiences and manage the work environment in general. This visit gave the students the opportunity to communicate directly with an elite group of managers and officials in the Human Resources Department at McDonald's and to dialogue with Mr. Bander Nabil Mandili (Human Resources Manager) who talks about an overview of Human Resources Management and an introduction about McDonald's International and McDonald's Western & Southern Regions and Tabuk, and then our graduate of the Human Resources Management Department and the College of Business Administration, Ms. Yara Saud Al-Damanhouri (TMA Lead) spoke about the company's vision and values, talent acquisition, talent management, recruitment journeys, employee retention, performance motivation, performance indicators and some of the company's achievements. Then Mr. Abdullah Saud Alareeni (HRBP Consultant) spoke about the Human Resources Management operations, and then Mr. Fahad Mahmoud Shayif (Operations People Supervisor) spoke about the Human Resources Admin and the Employee Value Proposition - EVP. In support of the initiative, Prof. Haneen Shoaib, Dean of the College of Business Administration, emphasized the college’s commitment to bridging academic knowledge with industry practice. She noted that such collaborations are instrumental in equipping students with essential skills, competencies, and a deeper understanding of industry expectations, preparing them for success in today’s competitive job market. Prof. Haneen further expressed the college’s dedication to fostering similar partnerships to strengthen students’ professional readiness and broaden their career opportunities.
The University of Business and Technology's College of Business Administration represented by the Marketing Department organized a workshop about Sports Marketing under the supervision of Dr. Kholod Aggad and supported by the Marketing Department Head of Department, Dr. Sharifah Ahmad. The workshop was led by Mr. Moammar Salam, Sales Director at Saudi Motorsports. The workshop was conducted on the 21st of October 2024 at the UBT Corniche campus. The workshop is directly related to Marketing as well as Sports Management students, as he spoke in detail about sports marketing strategies and distinguished two important concepts - “sport of marketing” and “sport through marketing”. He also provided various examples from the sports industry to illustrate his points. His interesting points and engaging talk gave valuable insights into the marketing practices in Sports industry. The Marketing Department and the College of Business Administration thank Mr. Moammar for his support in imparting his vast knowledge and experience in this increasingly important industry in the Kingdom. Special appreciation is also given to Dr. Masheal Batarfi and Dr. Marko Begovic from the Sports Management Department for their valuable participation and for encouraging students to attend and engage in the session. The Marketing Department also thank Ms. Manar Malik, a Marketing graduate, for her valuable support for this event.
In the effective participation of the College of Advertising in the Athar Festival over four days between the involvement of students in the Athar Academy for Youth and the participation of the college as an academic partner and sponsor of the festival, the team of students from the College of Advertising, Lana Al-Ghanem, and Anhar Asti, won the Athar Creative Academy competition. We are very proud of our students’ constant excellence in all forums.
The University of Business and Technology's College of Business Administration represented by the Marketing department organized a workshop titled "From Vision to Execution: Managing Iconic Brands" under the supervision of Dr. Sharifah Ahmad, Head of the Marketing Department. The workshop was led by Ms. Haneen AlMufregh, an Account Executive at Memac Ogilvy, who is also a UBT graduate from the Bachelor of Science in Marketing program. The workshop was conducted on the 4th of November 2024 at the UBT Corniche campus to an audience of marketing and business students. Ms. Haneen spoke in detail about her experience in managing various brands in terms of the creative brief and campaign execution. She also imparted valuable knowledge to students who are about to go for Coop training with tips on their CVs and how to work with clients. The students benefitted from the workshop as it gave them a glimpse into the practices in a Marketing agency and the marketing field. The Marketing Department thank Ms. Haneen for her interest in the development of students' marketing skills and preparation for the workplace. Special appreciation is also given to the organizers from CBA for their support.
90 UBT English Language students and staff visited the IKEA Jeddah Showroom for an extracurricular activity. IKEA was chosen because its sustainability strategy is aligned with the strategy of UBT as well as the National Geographic Learning Curriculum used by UBT Academy. Throughout the tour, the fantastic staff of IKEA Jeddah focused the conversation around healthy and sustainable living. After the tour, students enjoyed a complimentary lunch in the IKEA Restaurant, followed by a writing activity; in the coming days, students will do presentations around their takeaways from the activity. IKEA also gave thoughtful gift bags to all attendees, which included, among other items, a reusable shopping tool, further encouraging students to move towards a sustainable future. UBT Academy would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Ghassan Ahmed Al Soliman, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Al Soliman Group, for generously hosting our students. The event will surely have a lasting impact on our students.