HEC Paris in Qatar has welcomed its EMBA Class of 2022 at its new smart campus in Msheireb, downtown Doha. The multi-national cohort is representative of students from 18 countries, a reflection of the high regard of the HEC Paris executive programmes.
The diversity of the participants is valued at HEC Paris as the executives enrich the learning and classroom experience with their different industry, cultural and diverse perspectives in the pursuit of their part-time degree programme over the next 15-18 months.
Dr Pablo Martin de Holan, dean, HEC Paris in Qatar, said: “The EMBA Class of 2022 is a validation of our mission of impact and excellence, in Qatar, the Gulf, and worldwide. HEC Paris and its partners are helping build a knowledge-based, diversified and sustainable economy that is central to QNV2030 and to the whole world, by training women and men to reach their potential as managers, leaders, and entrepreneurs. These leaders are the ones who will create and grow, in an ethical manner, responsible companies that build a better future for all.”
Ranked #1 in the world by the Financial Times, HEC Paris’ Executive MBA enables participants to develop their leadership skills and advance their careers. Through this transformational experience, individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves, their strengths and weaknesses, reinforce connections within the learning community and gain insights about global business trends. The Executive MBA is a practical and intense programme developed to provide participants with an understanding of the social, economic and environmental aspects of international business, and the skills to implement their vision.
Participant, Dr Noor al-Khori, consultant physician at Sidra Medicine, said she is looking forward to learning in a multicultural environment. “This is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow participants from different backgrounds, countries and walks of life who can share best and next practices and provide alternative experiences and viewpoints on issues which we may otherwise overlook and not consider.”
Another participant, Hamad Dalmouk, workforce and compensation director at Qatar Foundation, said the programme provides a rare opportunity to be able to study under a world-class program with a first-rate faculty while still pursuing his work role. “I believe studying for the EMBA while still holding down my employed role will enable me to bring new perspectives into the workplace which will benefit myself, my employer and my fellow workers, so it is a multi-faceted winning combination,” he added.