East meets West at Stenden varsity’s charity ball

A music performance from the event

An audience of nearly 250 attended the first ‘Bollywood meets Hollywood’ Charity Ball in Qatar, a programme organised by Radiant Events, a group of 10 students from Stenden University Qatar.The inspiration from both Indian and American film industry was portrayed through the ambience and entertainment of the evening.Catering to the guests was accomplished by the sponsorship of Grand Hyatt, which provided the venue as well. All proceeds of the event went to social support in Pakistan through Qatar Charity.The students organised the event as part of their Event Management studies of the International Business and Management Studies programme taught at Stenden University Qatar.

Dancers perform on the stage

The IBMS has recently been approved by the Supreme Education Council (SEC) of Qatar. This four-year bachelor programme is taught in English and its European degree is recognised in Qatar and globally. Admission is open until the end of August 2012 for studies starting in September 2012.The support given from many sponsors such as Gulf Group, Asco, Intertech, Teleco International, Apollo Clinic, Habibs Hair Salon and Gulf Agency Company and many donations has contributed to the success of the event.Stenden Qatar was established in 2000 and has since been successfully delivering four-year bachelor programmes of business administration. The other majors offered are International Hospitality Management and International Tourism Management. All programmes are recognised by the SEC of Qatar. Stenden’s main campus is located in Leeuwarden, Holland. Other branch campuses are in Bali (Indonesia), Rangsit (Thailand) and Port Alfred (South Africa).