New Executive MBA Program Launched By Princess Nourah University And University Of Strathclyde

Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (PNU) President Dr. Inas bint Suleiman Al-Issa and University of Strathclyde Business School Associate Principal and Executive Dean Professor David Hillier signed an agreement yesterday during the Great Futures initiative conference in Riyadh. The agreement aims to offer an executive master of business administration (MBA) program.

The objective of this agreement is to provide a jointly accredited executive MBA program from the University of Strathclyde Business School, in collaboration with PNU. This program will meet the standards set by AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS. The joint statement from the Saudi-British Strategic Partnership Council highlighted this development.

The statement indicated that "The two kingdoms also welcomed the plans of the University of Strathclyde to become the first British university to establish a branch within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in cooperation with PNU". This marks a significant step in educational collaboration between the two nations.

Initial Outcome of Educational Partnership

Dr. Al-Issa explained that the recently established program between the two universities serves as the initial outcome of their educational partnership. The collaboration aims to transfer knowledge and expertise, enhancing academic excellence, fostering research innovation, and promoting international knowledge cooperation.

Focus on Higher Education and Skills

Meanwhile, Dr. Al-Issa participated in a session focused on higher education and skills as part of the initiative titled "International Collaboration in Higher Education: Bridging the global skills gap." She emphasized the importance of international partnerships in bridging this gap through cooperation in innovation, student exchange, and scientific research.

Enhancing Global Citizenship

Through these impactful partnerships, PNU aims to enhance global citizenship, equip female students with 21st-century skills, develop future leaders, sustain research innovation, and contribute to national visions and sustainable development goals.

The collaboration between PNU and the University of Strathclyde represents a significant milestone in advancing higher education standards and fostering international cooperation. This initiative is expected to bring substantial benefits to both institutions and their students.

With inputs from SPA