- With more than 200 attendees at the campus of The College of Business & Economics at Qatar University
The College of Business & Economics at Qatar University hosted QINVEST, Qatar's leading private investment group and one of the region’s most prominent Islamic financial institutions, as part of its annual Finance and Economics Day, which was organized under the patronage of Dr. Khalid Shams, Dean of The College of Business & Economics. The annual event included pavilions organized by students highlighting the link between university courses and the Qatari economy. It also included onsite workshops, such as lectures by specialists from different business sectors, most notably speakers from the Qatar Stock Exchange and the Ministry of Economy and Commerce.
Tamim Hamad Al-Kawari, Chief Executive Officer of QINVEST, said:
“Qatar is currently experiencing unprecedented economic change best characterized by diversification and growth in new sectors. We, at QINVEST, are convinced that local talent has played, and will continue to play, a pivotal role in this evolution. Through our ongoing commitment to the communities in which we operate, we will continue to support students, building their knowledge to ensure academic excellence, and which can enable them to gain the necessary expertise to achieve professional development and growth within the job market."
"QINVEST is fully supportive of Qatar University's efforts to prepare future leaders in the finance and business management sectors, and we are committed to taking part in paving the way towards sustainable growth of the country and driving economic diversification." added Al-Kawari.
Dr. Khalid Shams, Dean of the College of Business and Economics said:
"The job market in Qatar requires leading graduates in the fields of economics and finance across both public and private sectors. I am proud of the students' pioneering projects in all disciplines. The importance of this event is not limited to students of The College of Business & Economics, but it is an opportunity for all students enrolled at Qatar University to participate and engage in the various events and programs organized. The day has been designed to allow them to take advantage of a creative and dynamic environment which should provide a source of motivation and inspiration for young talent."
The Department of Finance and Economics devoted a seminar on investment banking attended by more than 200 people including Bassel Hanbali, Head of Marketing, Corporate Communications and Investor Relations at QINVEST, who talked about the nature of the work of investment banks and their lines of businesses noting the developmental role played by the advisory, investments, and asset management divisions. The discussion was based on QINVEST's achievements in the real estate investment, asset management and investment funds, most recently the launch of the QINVEST SQN Income Generating Fund in response to increasing demand from Qatari investors for Sharia’a compliant income generating products. Mr. Hanbali highlighted the importance of structured products in providing investors with a unique opportunity to access income generating assets in developed markets. The seminar covered QINVEST's successful track record in fund management through the QINVEST Managed Account Platform (QMAP) funds and local equity funds.
Commenting on QINVEST participation, Essa Saud Al-Kawari, Head of Government & Community Relations and Administration Affairs at QINVEST, said:
“QINVEST is proud to participate in the annual Finance and Economics Day event, which offers an opportunity to strengthen relationship between QINVEST, Qatari institutions, Qatar University and students. The event highlights the increasing importance of investment banking sector within the Qatari economy.”
He added: “QINVEST is recognized as a leading investment group locally, regionally and in many European markets. Today, the group has gained a strong presence with international execution capabilities, reflecting our prestigious reputation as a gate for investors looking forward to investing in the robust Qatari economy.”
Dr. Mohamed Gaied, Head of The College of Business & Economics at Qatar University, emphasized the variety of the facility's programs, commending everyone who contributed to the successful outcome of the annual event. Gaied commended the creativity of the students for organizing pavilions, and the distinguished speakers from the public and private sector, highlighting their discussions over local and international investment and employment opportunities for the graduates of College of Business & Economics. He also highlighted the role local institutions play in supporting collaboration between the university and its stakeholders. This includes a specific focus on the opportunities for students to expand their understanding of relevant academic concepts and to gain awareness of the expectations and challenges awaiting them in the professional working environment.
Dr. Mohammed AlGammal, Head of Student Events for The College of Business & Economics at Qatar University, explained that this event represents an opportunity for students to review the most important concepts they have learned during their economics and finance programs in practical way and which clearly illustrates their relationship with the job market. The event also engenders interaction between students of Finance and Economics and practitioners, financial experts and economists.
The workshops during the annual Finance and Economics Day at Qatar University included several seminars, including those led by the Qatar Stock Exchange and Ministry of Economy and Commerce, which discussed the factors that attract investment to the Qatari market. The seminars also considered the role of the Government in adopting a package of measures and policies that seek to encourage local and international investors to various sectors, mainly manufacturing, tourism, education and health.