Private Universities Council discusses efforts to elevate the quality of academic programs and their outcomes
The Private Universities Council held its 99th meeting to discuss the quality of academic programs and their outcomes, and approved new appointments and two new master's programs.
Translated by Qiyas from الأنباء — Original source
The Council of Private Universities held its 99th meeting, chaired by Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Dr. Nader Al-Jalal, to discuss efforts aimed at enhancing the quality of academic programs and their outcomes, in line with recognized academic standards and to contribute to the preparation of qualified national cadres.
In a press statement to KUNA following the meeting, Council Secretary-General Dr. Jasem Al-Ali emphasized the Council’s commitment to continuing its efforts to improve the quality of academic programs and their outputs, thereby meeting labor market needs and supporting the country’s development process.
Al-Ali stated that the Council reviewed several items on its agenda, including the renewal of the board of trustees of the American International University and the approval of the appointment of Dr. Ayman Al-Zaid as president of the Kuwait Technical College.
He noted that the Council approved the commencement of studies in the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Science in Computer Science programs at the American University in Kuwait, and discussed a request to change the name of the Canadian Algonquin College in Kuwait to the Canadian College in Kuwait. Al-Ali added that the Council ratified the minutes of its previous meeting and reviewed the report on the follow-up implementation of its issued decisions.
