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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.
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.
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.
Students from the Supply Chain Management Department at the University of Business and Technology recently participated in an educational field visit to Binzagr Logistics, designed to enhance their understanding of advanced logistics technologies and operational strategies in a real-world setting. The initiative was organized by Head of Industry Relations Dr. Alaa Lary, under the supervision of the Department Head, Dr. Karim Soliman, with support from faculty members Dr. Mayada Qari and Ms. Maha Basha. During the visit, students were introduced to a range of cutting-edge logistics applications actively used by Binzagr Logistics, including automated inventory systems, data-driven demand forecasting, and streamlined distribution processes. They observed live demonstrations of effective operations management tailored to meet current market demands, providing them with direct exposure to the tools and practices that drive operational efficiency. The experience enabled students to engage directly with industry professionals, allowing for in-depth discussions and insights into the challenges and opportunities facing companies in this rapidly evolving sector. Additionally, students gained firsthand knowledge of how logistics companies like Binzagr adapt to market changes, improve operational performance, and leverage technology to maintain competitive advantage. 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 delegation of the University of Business and Technology received a VIP invitation from the graduates of the University to attend the Jeddah Motor Show, which is held from 29th of October to 2nd of November at the Jeddah Super-dome. It is worth mentioning the distinguished presence of the University graduates in various companies organizing and participating in the exhibition, including a graduate of the Master's degree in Business Administration, Mr. Mohammed Al-Ghamdi (business manager)at BYD and the graduates of the College of Advertising Ghada Tunsi from PR Arabia and Alana Ashour and Mohammed Ibrahim from Abdul Latif Jameel Motors and many other great graduates.Prof. Haneen Mohammed Shoaib, Dean of the College of Business Administration & Consultant of the President, stressed her great pride in the graduates' participation in such huge national events, as they represent successful role models for their fellow students about the future of work.Also, Associate Professor Dr. Khalid Alshohaib shared his pride in the graduates who were his students several years ago, and today, they are running big roles that deserve all appreciation to achieve the University's slogan: Education for job opportunities and entrepreneurship.
The College of Business Administration hosted a valuable lecture delivered by Mr. Mansour bin Khalid Al Nahdi (Social Development Bank Project Manager - Certified Trainer) entitled (Freelancing and Idea Generation). The lecture aimed to introduce students from various specializations and colleges to the concept of freelancing, who performs freelance work, the personal components of freelancing, why freelancing, the elements of entering the market, and sources of opportunities. The lecture concluded with a Q& A session, which allowed students to interact directly with Mr. Mansour bin Khalid Al Nahdi and seek his personal advice and learn about the financing support opportunities provided by the Social Development Bank to student project owners. The lecture was organized by Dr. Megren Altassan, an associate professor in the Department of Human Resources Management, in collaboration with Dr. Saad Basad, the instructor of the Entrepreneurship course. Dr. Qadri Al-Jabri and Dr. Shadi Al-Omari also attended. About 90 students joined the lecture, and there was significant interaction among them.
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – Dr. Sarah Zakour, a distinguished lecturer at the University of Business and Technology, proudly hosted Mr. Abdullah Al-Sabban, Chief Operating Officer of Panda Supermarket, in her Retail Management class. As part of the Misk 2030 initiative, Mr. Al-Sabban delivered an insightful presentation, sharing firsthand knowledge of Panda’s supply chain and retail processes and providing invaluable industry insights to UBT students. This special session offered students a unique chance to interact with a prominent leader in the retail sector, inspiring them to strive for excellence and expand their career aspirations. Dr. Zakour expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Al-Sabban for his generosity in sharing his expertise and passion, noting his dedication to nurturing young talent in the business world.Dr. Zakour also thanked Prof. Haneen Mohammad Shoaib, Dean of the College of Business Administration, for her warm presence and encouragement, which further motivated students. Additionally, she acknowledged Dr. Lina Kutbi for her dedicated support in organizing the event, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience for all attendees.
The University of Business and Technology, represented by the College of Business Administration, concluded its Edutainment program through the Alula trip. The University team enjoyed visiting the most important areas in Alula, including the Hajar area, Elephant Mountain, Mirror Theater, Harrat Viewpoint, and the Old City, which deeply influenced their way of thinking by inspiring them to perceive their precious kingdom with new depth. The team saw how international tourists flock from Alula International Airport and were constantly in contact with tourists from all over the world in all areas of Alula, which increased their pride in the kingdom's ability to attract international tourism and hospitality to their beloved country. The trip ended with the building of solid communication bonds of students, where they were in several challenges of time discipline, following directions, teamwork, leadership teams, and continuous learning through Bachelor's & Master's students and Graduates with their Professors, creating an educational system in an innovative entertainment atmosphere.The Dean of the College of Business Administration, Professor Haneen Shoaib, thanks UBT’s Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Dr. Abdullah Dahlan, and the President of UBT, Dr. Weam Tunsi, for their constant support in allowing UBT’s students to embark on all new adventures and craft their leadership personalities to best serve their nation.
He is the founder and chairman of the board of Directors of the Sulaiman Group, a member and chairman of the board of Directors of a number of companies in the private, government and non-profit sectors, and chairman of the board of Directors of the National Center for family Businesses, and a former member of the board of Directors of the Social Development Bank, privatization Center, Monshat, Savola Group, Almarai Company, Arab Cement Company, and and many other companies. He has a great passion in the development of the entrepreneurship sector, he was the first governor of the public authority for small and medium enterprises in 2016 and before that he was the first to establish a business accelerator to support start-ups in the Kingdom, and headed the Center for small and medium enterprises affiliated to the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce and industry. He also founded and headed venture capital bank, venture capital investment company and Auniza investment company. H. E. Dr. Ghassan is also interested in the education sector, as he is now a member of several boards in a number of Universities and training companies. His previous positions in non-profit work include the presidency of the Chamber of Commerce and industry in Jeddah, the chairman of the Saudi-Turkish Business Council, the chairman of the Saudi-Malaysian Business Council, the chairman of the Saudi-Swedish Business Council, and the chairman of the National Committee for non-profit companies. He holds a PhD in Business Administration in 2004 from Hull British University and a certificate in business economics with honors from Harvard University in 2020.The course was developed after the University signed a memorandum of understanding with the National Center for family enterprises, in order to enhance the students ' culture of the privacy of family enterprises and the challenges they face and how to overcome them to create sustainable family enterprises in light of the intellectual changes of generations in the families owning enterprises.His Excellency touched upon topics that are very important for the continuation of family enterprises, including governance, the family charter and strategic visions, which all contribute to the sustainability of these enterprises. The interaction of students from the Master's and Bachelor's levels had the greatest impact on deepening the discussion with successful real examples from the Saudi society and the new corporate system. The Dean of the College of Business Administration, Prof. Haneen Mohammad Shoaib, expressed her sincere thanks and gratitude to His Excellency Dr. Ghassan Al-Sulaiman for sharing his precious time with the university students and motivating them to think innovatively and advising them to learn constantly and pay attention to the technological future of businesses to be ready for the challenges of the future of work. Thanks is extended to the head of the department, Prof. Syeed Zafar, and the Faculty teaching m the subject, Associate Professor Dr. Ahmed Asfhani.
The University of Business and Technology, represented by the College of Business Administration, continues its Edutainment program through Alula trip. The program aims to support education through entertainment. The student trip to Alula city aims to enjoy several destinations, including the Hajar area, Elephant Mountain, mirror theater, waterfall path and the Old City, to open new intellectual horizons for our university students. The city of Alula is a national tourist pride that attracts tourists from all over the world to enjoy an exceptional tourism and hospitality experience of an international standard with a local and heritage character reflecting the originality of the kingdom of Saudi Arabia.The College of Business Administration has opened during the current term the only program in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia specializing in hospitality and Tourism Management, which is studied under a College of Business Administration, so that its graduates will be managerial specialists and leaders in the field of hospitality and tourism.By organizing these trips, the College of Business Administration demonstrates its commitment to providing students with a comprehensive educational experience that enhances both academic, personal and professional aspects.