Private Universities Board Discusses Enhancing Academic Program Quality and Outcomes to Meet Labor Market Needs
The Private Universities Board approved the launch of MBA and Computer Science master's programs at the American University of Kuwait.
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source
- Approval granted for the launch of MBA and Computer Science master’s programs at the American University
The Council of Private Universities held its 99th meeting today, Sunday, under the chairmanship of Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Dr. Nader Al-Jalal, to discuss ways to enhance the quality of academic programs and their outcomes, in line with established standards and to contribute to the preparation of qualified national cadres.
In a statement to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) following the meeting, Council Secretary-General Dr. Jasem Al-Ali emphasized the Council’s commitment to continuing its efforts to develop academic programs and improve their outcomes, in order to meet labor market needs and support the country’s development trajectory.
Al-Ali clarified 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. He also reviewed several items on the agenda, including the renewal of the board of trustees of the American International University and the approval of the appointment of Dr. Aiman Al-Zaid as dean of the Kuwait Technical College.
He added that the Council discussed a request to change the name of the Canadian Algonquin College in Kuwait to “The Canadian College in Kuwait.”
Al-Ali noted that the Council ratified the minutes of its previous meeting and reviewed a report on the follow-up implementation of its issued decisions.
