Strategic Impact

This page highlights selected initiatives I have led and continue to shape across postgraduate education, innovation, enterprise, and institutional transformation — with a focus on building programmes, partnerships, and systems that create measurable impact.

 

PROGRAMMES & ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT

I have led and contributed to the design, development, and positioning of postgraduate and undergraduate programmes that align with industry needs, emerging technologies, and national priorities.

Key Contributions

  • Led the development of the Executive Doctor of Business Administration (EDBA), establishing the first doctoral-level programme at Majan University College

  • Played a central role in launching and scaling the MBA Arabic programme, designed for working professionals

  • Developed programmes in Business Analytics with Artificial Intelligence and Financial Technology

  • Contributed to the development of interdisciplinary programmes aligned with digital transformation and market demand

Impact: Strengthening postgraduate pathways, expanding institutional capability, and aligning education with workforce needs.


Innovation & Enterprise

My work in innovation and enterprise focuses on creating systems that connect ideas, people, and institutions — moving innovation beyond isolated activities and into sustainable organisational practice.

Key Initiatives

  • Innovation initiatives

  • Enterprise development

  • Simulation-based learning

  • External partnerships

  • Applied innovation programmes

Impact: Building stronger links between education, enterprise, and real-world problem solving.


INDUSTRY & STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS

I work closely with industry and institutional partners to ensure that academic initiatives remain relevant, applied, and aligned with real-world needs.

Key Contributions

  • Building partnerships with organisations across technology, finance, and tourism sectors

  • Supporting industry-linked learning through guest speakers, projects, and collaborative initiatives

  • Facilitating engagement between academia and external stakeholders

  • Contributing to strategic discussions on employability, innovation, and education development

Impact: Strengthening collaboration between higher education and industry, enhancing student outcomes and institutional relevance.

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP & PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT

I contribute to discussions on higher education transformation, innovation, and strategy through speaking engagements, academic work, and public dialogue.

Areas of Focus

  • AI in education and future skills

  • Innovation in higher education

  • Strategic marketing and branding

  • Tourism development and sustainability

Impact: Contributing to national and regional conversations on education, innovation, and economic development.