{
  "id": 9337323,
  "title": "QU hosts 12th Forum of Deans of Colleges of Business of GCC",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/qu-hosts-12th-forum-of-deans-of-colleges-of-business-of-gcc",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-23T12:33:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf Times",
    "slug": "gulf-times",
    "url": "https://www.gulf-times.com/article/733973/qatar/qu-hosts-12th-forum-of-deans-of-colleges-of-business-of-gcc"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Tuesday, the College of Business and Economics at Qatar University (QU) hosted the 12th Forum of Deans of Colleges of Business from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The meeting convened Dr. Rima Hassan BinSaeed, the committee's Secretary-General, and several deans from member states to discuss collaboration and academic initiatives.\n\nDeans explored various topics, including joint supervision of postgraduate students, experiences and expertise sharing in international accreditation by the AACSB, and successful practices among member colleges. They also examined collaboration opportunities in programs and initiatives of mutual interest.\n\nDr. Omar Al Ansari, QU's President, highlighted that the meeting strengthened cooperation among the colleges, facilitated knowledge and experience exchange, and explored new academic and research collaboration avenues. He emphasized the importance of integration among institutions to build a knowledge-based economy in the region.\n\nDr. Abdullah Fetais, Dean of QU's College of Business and Economics, underscored the significance of ongoing meetings to bolster cooperation, share expertise, and develop joint initiatives aligned with shared goals and aspirations. QU's hosting of this meeting reflects its dedication to promoting academic and research collaboration among educational institutions in the region.",
  "summary": "The College of Business and Economics at Qatar University (QU) hosted the 12th Forum of the Deans of Colleges of Business of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The meeting was attended by D...",
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}