MBA
At the College of Business and Economics, Qassim
University, Developing cutting edge business leaders
2014
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CBE VISION
“A LEADING BUSINESS SCHOOL IN THE REGION”.
CBE MISSION STATEMENT
“The College of Business and Economics (CBE) contributes to the society and the
business community by developing graduates with current business knowledge and
skills through relevant curricula, and encouraging the faculty to make continuous
contribution to the knowledge base by engaging in business research”.
CBE was established in 1981 to cater to the growing demand for Business
professionals in the region. It is one of the founding colleges of Qassim University.
The female wing of CBE was started in 1986. Over the years since its inception, CBE
has grown to be one of the reputed Business Schools in the Kingdom. More than
3500 students have graduated from CBE so far, and many of them are playing
leading roles in reputed organizations.
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FOREWORD BY THE DEAN
Thank you for your interest in our MBA program. The mission of
the MBA program is to develop graduates with high level of
business skills and knowledge that will enable them to make
valuable contribution to the business community and to the society
at large. The quality of our programs is acknowledged by the
government of Saudi Arabia, employers and students.
I am happy to inform you that Qassim University is one of the
only 3 Saudi Universities that have been nationally accredited by
the National Commission for Academic Accreditation and
Assessment (NCAAA). CBE is also pursuing the prestigious AACSB
accreditation that is applicable for Business Schools and we have
made significant progress in this direction so far.
In addition to quality of education, our students have also
testified to the other values of CBE, namely originality,
transparency, justice, creativity, teamwork and integrity.
Adherence to these values in the MBA program has produced
cutting edge business leaders from our college. I encourage you to
join the MBA program at CBE to prepare yourself for an exciting
career in Business.
Dr. Obaid Al-Motairy
Dean, College of Business and Economics
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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) PROGRAM
The Master of Business Administration Program (MBA) offered by the College of
Business and Economics is one of the pioneer programs at Qassim University. The
program started in the first semester of the academic year 2004-05. The main
feature of this program is the ability to combine the theoretical aspects of
Management with the best practice in the industry, which prepares students in the
functional areas of business allowing them to develop managerial skills necessary
to be effective players in the rapidly changing business environment. The program
encourages students to keep pace with the rapid developments in
information technology and contemporary business issues of globalization, ethics
and social responsibility. The diversity of our students and faculty foster a unique
learning environment and personal development opportunity. This program
aims to enhance and develop the student’s competencies necessary for an effective
management of organizations to ensure sustainability in the public and private
sectors.
Dr. Ali Al-Nodal, Vice Dean (Graduate Studies & Research)
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES FOR MBA
MBA program prepares students to do the following:
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Address business situations in a logical and professional way.
Communicate effectively using oral and written methods.
Critically deal with business issues.
Develop, implement and evaluate organizational Strategies to ensure
sustainability.
Recognize ethical issues and their impact on management decisions.
Appreciate cultural diversity and their impact on management decisions.
Demonstrate relevant knowledge of social responsibility.
Contribute to team based activities.
Apply the appropriate leadership style in a given organization.
Use the scientific research method to solve a business problem.
CBE has a well-defined process for curriculum management that relies on inputs
from Assurance of Learning system and CBE's stakeholders.
Dr. Khalid Al-Murshidee
Chairman (Business Administration)
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MBA Director
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WHO CAN APPLY?
Graduates from any discipline with good academic record can apply. Preference
will be given to candidates with work experience.
ADMISSION TO THE PROGRAM
Apply
Interview
Join
A. Complete the Application Form
B. Attend Exam/ Interview
C. Get Admission
MBA
Application form is available at:
http://en.cbe-qu.edu.sa
CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION TO THE MBA PROGRAM
A. The applicant must have at least 3 years of work experience.
B. The applicant must possess a bachelor of business administration or an
equivalent degree studied on a full-time basis from approved universities and
colleges. Undergraduates with non-business majors may also be accepted in
the program on discretionary basis. Applicants should have a minimum
grade point average of "Very Good (3.75 out of 5)" in their bachelor degree
program. However, in some cases, applicants with GPA of "Good (3 to 3.75)"
may be accepted if (i) they have a Very Good score in the subjects of their
undergraduate major or (ii) if they have exceptional level of work experience.
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C. The applicant should have the following Eligibility scores in competitive
examinations: a score of at least 450 in the TOEFL or Band 4 in the IELTS, or
67 in STEP.
D. The applicant must pass the examinations and interviews conducted by CBE.
E. The applicant should have a satisfactory score in the aptitude test conducted
by the National Center for Assessment in Higher Education or in the GMAT
exam.
DURATION OF STUDY
The program duration is of four semesters (two years).
DEGREE OFFERED
Students will be offered Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree after
successful completion of the program.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
A. The coursework consists of 45 credit hours, 33 hours as core courses and 12
hours as Elective courses.
B. In addition to the above coursework, the student is expected to complete the
pre-requisite undergraduate courses as mentioned below, if required by the
college, during the course of the MBA program:
1. Principles of Management and Organization.
2. Principles of Financial Accounting.
3. Business Statistics (1).
4. Introduction to Micro Economics.
5. Business Communication.
PROGRAM COMPLETION CRITERIA
The student must fulfill the following eligibility criteria for award of the MBA
degree:
A. The student must successfully complete the total coursework including prerequisites specified by CBE, if any.
B. The final Cumulative GPA of the student should be no less than "Very Good
(3.75)".
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STUDY PLAN
The following Table provides MBA course schedule:
Course Code
Course Name
Semester 1
510 BUS
Contemporary Communications
511 ACCT
Managerial Accounting
542 FIN
Advanced Corporate Finance
Elective 1*
Semester 2
520 BUS
Organizational Behavior
521 ECON
Managerial Economics
522 MIS
Management Information Systems
Elective 2*
Semester 3
531 POM
Production and Operations Management
530 MKT
Strategic Marketing
550 BUS
International Business
Elective 3*
Semester 4
531 BUS
Strategic Management
555 BUS
Research Project in Management
Elective 4*
Total
Electives (1 – 4)*
BUS 540
BUS 541
BUS 551
BUS 512 STATS
Electronic Commerce
Human Resource Management
Special Topics in Management
Statistics in Management
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3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
45
3
3
3
3
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SHORT COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
530 MKT, Strategic Marketing (3Cr.)
The course enables students to review and integrate marketing concepts. It teaches
a critical evaluation of marketing related issues in hyper competitive business
environments. Students will develop new perspectives for creating innovative
marketing strategies.
531 BUS, Strategic Management (3Cr.)
This capstone course is designed to expose students to the many facets of strategy
which determine why certain companies outperform their competition and gain
sustainable competitive advantage. Major focus is on strategy formulation,
implementation and critical evaluation.
532 POM, Production and Operations Management (3Cr.)
The integration of transformation activities of firms to produce goods and services
and the information systems that link these processes are the focus of the course.
Students learn how to critically analyse and apply the transformation activities to
produce quality products and services to customers’ satisfaction.
540 BUS, E-Commerce (3Cr.)
The course provides a coherent conceptual framework for understanding ecommerce. It emphasizes the three major driving forces behind e-commerce:
technology change, business development, and social controversies. It provides
students with the tools to critically analyse e-commerce options.
521 ECON, Managerial Economics (3Cr.)
The objective of this course is to provide students with an overview of modern
methods of economic analysis applicable to organizations. Students will acquire
the skills to critically analyse micro and macroeconomic factors and issues related
to the efficient use of resources within an organization.
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522 MIS, Management Information Systems (3Cr.)
This course introduces an overview of business information systems and their
strategic importance. It also introduces a general systems model of the firm, the
systems approach, and system life cycle methodologies which are applied in the
critical evaluation and improvement of organizational knowledge management.
530 MKT, Strategic Marketing (3Cr.)
The course enables students to review and integrate marketing concepts. It teaches
a critical evaluation of marketing related issues in hyper competitive business
environments. Students will develop new perspectives for creating innovative
marketing strategies.
531 BUS, Strategic Management (3Cr.)
This capstone course is designed to expose students to the many facets of strategy
which determine why certain companies outperform their competition and gain
sustainable competitive advantage. Major focus is on strategy formulation,
implementation and critical evaluation.
532 POM, Production and Operations Management (3Cr.)
The integration of transformation activities of firms to produce goods and services
and the information systems that link these processes are the focus of the course.
Students learn how to critically analyse and apply the transformation activities to
produce quality products and services to customers’ satisfaction.
540 BUS, E- Commerce (3Cr.)
The course provides a coherent conceptual framework for understanding ecommerce. It emphasizes the three major driving forces behind e-commerce:
technology change, business development, and social controversies. It provides
students with the tools to critically analyse e-commerce options.
For course syllabus please
contact the College
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541 BUS, Human Resource Management (HRM) (3Cr.)
This course provides an in-depth understanding of modern trends in human
resource management and the challenges in the 21st century, especially after the
applications of total quality management and the re-engineering approach. It
critically evaluates the future of HRM in the globalization of businesses.
542 FIN, Advanced Corporate Finance (3Cr.)
The course focuses on the primary tasks of the corporate treasurer, showing
students how to use ratio analysis to assess corporate performance and project
financial statements and cash needs for both projects and the whole company.
Students are taught how to critically value a company.
550 BUS, International Business (3Cr.)
This course has special emphasis on the environments of international business and
their implications for decision-making. Real-world examples of international
business are critically analyzed to provide insight and emphasis on issues and
perspectives.
555 BUS, Research Project in Management (3Cr.)
The aim of this course is to bridge the gap between academic study and training
needed by industry and business. Students are to work under close faculty
supervision on real world managerial problems of sufficient magnitude.
551 BUS, Specialized Topics in Management (3Cr.)
This course provides in-depth study of topics related to modern trends in
management concerning global, international, regional and local changes, and
new trends in the field of management. Focus will be on total quality
management, reengineering, teamwork management, managing small firms,
environmental management, crisis management and time management. Topics
covered in this course are determined by the department and delivered by experts.
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MBA FACULTY
Our faculty members are professionals with advanced degrees and several years of
experience gained in the industries who are dedicated to expanding their own
knowledge and sharing what they've practiced for years with our students. They
combine academic theory with best practice in the industry for a quality learning
experience. The international diversity of faculty is an asset to teaching and
learning.
Name
Nationality
Academic Qualifications
Prof. Abdurrahman AlTwaijry
Saudi
Prof. Abdullah Alberaidy
Saudi
Prof. Toseef Azid
Pakistani
Dr. Haitham Nakhlah
Jordanian
Dr. Faisal Al-Khamis
Saudi
Dr. Khalid Abdullah
British
Ph.D. in Accounting
from University of
Wales, Aberystwyth, UK
Ph.D. in Business
Administration from
Manchester Business
School (MBS), UK
Ph.D. in Economics from
University of Wales, UK
Ph.D. in Business
Management from M.S
University of Baroda,
Vadodara, India
Ph.D. in public
Administration from
Mississippi state
university, USA
Ph.D. in International
Law and E-Commerce
from University of
Birmingham City in UK
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Areas of Professional
Expertise
Accounting
Strategic Management,
Organizational Behavior,
Human Resource
Management
Econometrics, Economics
International Business
Administration and
Marketing
Governance of Chamber of
Commerce
E-Commerce, International
Law, Management
Information Systems,
Communication
management, Statistics,
Mathematics, Financial
Accounting
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Dr. Muhammad Adaileh
Jordanian
Ph.D. in Management
Information Systems
from Arab Academy For
banking And Financial
Science) Jordan
Ph.D. in Economics from
Kansas State University,
Manhattan, KS, USA
Management Information
Systems
Dr. M. Junaid Khawaja
Pakistani
Dr. Khalid Almurshidee
Saudi
Ph.D. in International
Marketing from Old
Dominion University,
VA, USA
Business Administration,
Marketing
Dr. Abdul Hafeez
Sudanese
Business Administration &
Marketing
Dr. Dirar Obaid
Sudanese
Dr. Yazid Matie
Algerian
Eng. Upendra Lele
Indian
Dr. Chikezie Okike
British
Ph.D. in Strategic
Marketing from
University Sains
Malaysia (USM)
Penang, Malaysia
Ph.D. in Economics from
International Islamic
University, Malaysia
Ph.D. in Production
Management &
Operations Research
from University of Metz,
France
M.Tech. in Industrial
Engineering and
Operations Research
from IIT Bombay, India
Ph.D. in Management
from University of York,
UK
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Economics & Finance,
Business Statistics,
Research Methods
Finance, Economics,
Sustainable Development
Production & Operations
Management
Production & Operations
Management, Business
Statistics, Research
Methodology
Operations Management,
Supply Chain Management,
Organizational
Performance, Project
Management, Strategic
Management
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VISITING FACULTY
Prof. Robert Dixon
Prof. Robert Dixon is the Dean of Durham University Business School.
He is an accomplished scholar and has rich experience in education
management and accreditations. Prof. Dixon has been closely
associated with Qassim University and CBE in particular. He is a source
of constant guidance to CBE in the development and improvement of
academic programs, faculty development and accreditations.
Prof. John Emery
Prof. John Emery is the Dean of California State University Business
School at Bakersfield (CSUB), California, USA. He has a long experience
of over 5 decades in the Education field. Prior to CSUB and he has
worked with Louisiana Tech University and the University of Texas as
the Dean of the college of Business Administration and as a Grader
with the prestigious CFA Institute. Prof. Emery’s research interest and
expertise lie in Real Estate Finance. He has been instrumental in
establishing the collaboration of CSUB with CBE. Prof. Emery is a great
source of inspiration and guidance to the CBE team in academics and
research.
Dr. Belal Kaifi
Dr. Belal A. Kaifi holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration and a
Ph.D. in Education from the University of San Francisco. Furthermore,
he has completed a Post-Doctoral Program in Business Administration
with an emphasis on Management and Marketing at the University of
Florida. Dr. Kaifi is a Fulbright Specialist and has over ten years of
combined experience in teaching, education management, consulting,
and researching. Dr. Kaifi has published three books and over 30 peer
reviewed articles. Dr. Kaifi visits CBE to conduct specialized training
programs and also contributes in curriculum development activities.
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Mr. Jay Thompson
Dr. Jay Thompson is a Lead Business Consultant at California State
University Business School, Bakersfield, USA. He is considered as an
expert in promoting and supporting small and Medium Enterprises
(SMEs). Dr. Jay has made significant contribution to the development
of SMEs in the California region. He is guiding CBE is developing the
necessary infrastructure and skills to support the SMEs in the region.
Prof. Mohammed Nadeem
Dr. Mohammed Nadeem is a Professor of Business and an expert in
Strategic & Global Marketing Management at the National University,
California, USA at MBA and Ph.D. levels. Professor Nadeem, a
"Fulbright Specialist", holds PhD (Business) from UIU, Cincinnati, Ohio
and PDP (Marketing) from Harvard University. He is an expert in Case
study development and Case based teaching. Dr. Nadeem's research
explores customer loyalty and satisfaction issues, impact of social
media on consumer decisions, and effective marketing strategies of
firms. Dr. Nadeem mentors the CBE faculty and students in developing
and using cases in Business Education.
Prof. Yusoff Rushami
Prof. Rushami is the Assistant Vice Chancellor and Dean of College of
Business Management of Universiti Utara, Malaysia. He earned his
MBA from Western Illinois University, USA and Ph.D. from the
Management Center at University of Bradford, UK. Prof. Rushami has
rich experience in Industries and Academia and he has published his
research on Technology Management and Organizational Performance
in several reputed journals. He has been closely associated with CBE in
driving several initiatives in faculty development, student exchange and
academic accreditation.
CBE strives to bring contemporary business knowledge to its
faculty and students by inviting distinguished academicians every
year. This year also CBE has invited several reputed scholars to
deliver their lectures and workshops.
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WHY STUDY WITH US
There are many reasons to study MBA at CBE. Our faculty has a rich experience and
expertise from around the globe. We are passionate about research and committed
to providing students with the support and encouragement necessary to achieve
their potential. Class size is small and each student receives adequate attention
from the professor. Student employability is one of the items on the top agenda of
the MBA which makes sure that students acquire the necessary skills that
employers are looking for so that they can get jobs after graduation. The MBA
program is aligned to best practice standards as accreditation is sought from
AACSB and AMBA, two internationally renowned quality assurance organizations.
One of the most common comments made by MBA students about the program is
that by choosing to study MBA at CBE you are combining the experience of the
faculty with a friendly and supportive environment that is unique.
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SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Qassim University is keen to attract top quality international students to study in its
various postgraduate programs. They may be offered scholarships if they satisfy
the necessary requirements.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants who wish to be considered for scholarship awards at Qassim University
should fulfill these requirements:
A. Applicants must not exceed 30 years of age for Masters Programs, and 35
years of age for PhD programs. Council of the University can decide on any
exceptions of this rule.
B. Applying online at the registration timings specified and announced by the
Deanship of Graduate Studies.
C. Applicants should meet all the program's admission conditions including
TOEFL and other tests if any.
D. Submitting at least two recommendation letters from the applicant’s
previous professors.
E. Applicants must be medically fit and of good conduct.
F. Approval of Ministry of Higher Education.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
A. Curriculum vitae (CV).
B. Statement of purpose.
C. A copy of graduation certificate certified by the Saudi Embassy.
D. A copy of transcript certified by the Saudi Embassy.
E. At least two recommendation letters from instructors at previous
institutions.
F. A copy of a valid passport.
G. A copy of required tests, if applicable.
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OUR STUDENTS
Our students frequently share their appreciation for our approach to education.
Time and time again, they commend our flexible scheduling, small class sizes and
qualified faculty members who have real-world work experience. They tell us that
the MBA Program of CBE has enabled them to build teamwork skills and apply
what they’ve learned to their workplaces. Many share their stories of earning their
degrees while earning their living and achieving their goals. Below is a sample of
the MBA student perspectives.
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STUDENT PERSPECTIVE
Ebtihal Saleh
"Success does not come by suddenly". It is a statement that has been corroborated
in MBA program in Qassim University. This master’s degree adds a lot, it combines
the main axes of the various administrative sciences. It builds a lot of learner
aspects physiological, behavioral and cognitive.
The MBA of Qassim University deals with the science on the main two-dimensional.
The first dimension is about quantities of information and science, the second
dimension regards the methodology of thinking and the scientific basis for it and
then relates that to the best practices and applies it to case studies. This moves
what has been learned into practice distinctive in light of the global academicaccreditation underlying expert cadre academically and practically.
Manal AL- Rwaian
Through my studying MBA degree, I gained a lot of competencies and improved
level by level. Developing my scientific knowledge that is necessary for career and
life success. Having MBA is considered a superior practical and academic
qualification that focuses on modern knowledge and the necessary scientific
experiences. MBA degree helped me to have the ability to deduce, analyze, and use
problem solving process which establishes high scientific and practical selfconfidence as well as skills in organizing, planning and the ability to work within a
team. And also improve my ability and skills in scientific research.
Wafaa AL-Shetwi
MBA Degree is the most requried degree in the business sector either in the
production or services field, that’s why I chose MBA,. Now I am in the fourth level I
feel more confident and aware of business world dealing with crises, problem
solving, decision making and other life issues because it’s a real applied program. I
think that this program works not just for students who have Bachelor in Business;
it works more for those who have other degrees. I am so excited to graduate
because there will be Insha Allah a lot of opportunities.
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Hala Srour
Before starting studying, I heard a lot of things from others, but I couldn’t evaluate
a thing until I’ve actually started studying. As a level 1 student, I still haven’t
experienced a lot but so far, I’m pleased with how diverse the work in the classes is.
It’s not only about exams, but also some diverse assignments. I’m pleased also with
how presentations will improve communication and presenting skills. Group work
as well is another source of learning how to organize the work in a group. Also
looking forward to improving discussion skills through discussions in classes.
Faten AL-Dughieshim
Master's program [MBA] at CBE offers a learning experience and high
academic level in the field of Business Administration, where it presented to me the
opportunity to complete my studies and improve my education and scientific
knowledge. It also provided me with basic knowledge in the field of business and
practical aspects related to management practices and the development
of scientific research skills.
ALUMNI
The academic journey is not necessarily over for our Alumni. We help them to keep
the relationship with the School at personal and professional levels after
graduation. Our Alumni Policy helps graduates to stay connected with their
classmates and with the college.
ALUMNI PERSPECTIVE
Abdull Aziz Alutiebi
MBA program at Qassim University is a valuable program. It combines the
theoretical prospective and applied action. The program content and organization
were designed and organized in very effective and attractive ways. Which give us
the main concepts and skills that we need in the work environment? From the
beginning of the program, you have to overcome the challenges in order to get the
knowledge and skills. Each minute carried for me new information, and a new
opportunity to benefit from faculty members. I graduated from the program with
full perception about business environment and its applications.
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Finally, I would like to thank everyone in our university, also our teachers for their
support, encouragement, and guidance during and after the program.
ACADEMIC AND INDUSTRY COLLABORATIONS
Qassim Chamber of Commerce, Saudi Arabia
The Qassim Chamber of Commerce and Industry (QCCI) is a local organization of
businesses and companies in Buraidah with the intention to develop and further
the interests of local companies and businesses in Saudi Arabia. Members of QCCI
are usually international and local companies, such as lawyers, property
developers, tourism companies, airlines, manufacturing companies, import and
export businesses, banks, finance companies, legal advisors, IT and electronics
manufacturers etc. Some International companies with offices in Saudi Arabia are
also members of QCCI. The main activities of QCCI are: safeguarding business
interests of member companies, facilitating sharing of business experiences, liaison
with the government bodies, civil society, local media and the press, and organizing
trade shows and events. QCCI helps CBE in collaborating with the local industries in
working on projects of common interest.
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Unayzah Investment Company, (UIC), Saudi Arabia
The College of Business and Economics (CBE) at Qassim University in Saudi Arabia
entered into an agreement with Unayzah Investment Company (UIC) for
establishing and supporting Small and Medium Enterprises in the region. The
Community Partnerships Unit at CBE will work closely with UIC to identify budding
entrepreneurs and provide guidance and support in various areas like finance,
technology adoption, business planning and operations. Dr. Obaid Al-Motairy, the
Dean of CBE expressed that this collaboration is expected to give a strong boost to
the SMEs in the region.
California State University, Bakersfield, USA
CBE also entered into a collaborative agreement with the College of Business at
California State University, Bakersfield, USA to facilitate academic and business
research cooperation. The activities will involve joint research projects,
collaborative running of courses and faculty & student exchange.
Dr. Obaid is optimistic that these initiatives will not only enhance the reach of CBE
to the other institutions and industry, but the learning from the collaborative
projects will also bring about qualitative improvement in the Business education in
the region.
Al Rass Chamber of Commerce, Saudi Arabia
Meeting was held between Community Partnerships Group of CBE and Al Rass
Chamber of Commerce in January 2014 to discuss collaborative projects of mutual
interest.
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CAREER DAY
CBE organises career day at the campus a few times in the year as part of student
employability. Career day enables students to learn about different careers and
vocations. Employers of interest which are considered to be a good match for CBE’s
education and student’s career expectations attend a career day event to increase
visibility of their organisations, illustrate the benefits of employment in their
organisations, and to provide information to CBE students about entry-level jobs
and internships.
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OTHER ACTIVITIES
Innovation Club
CBE has initiated an Innovation Club (CBE_IC) to promote innovation and
entrepreneurship among students. Participants include students and faculty from
different areas and partners from reputed institutions and industries in the region.
CBE-IC cherishes an informal atmosphere to facilitate free flow of ideas among the
participants. The activities of the Innovation Club include meetings with students
and other members to discuss the innovation proposals, arranging Training
programs, developing and implementing Business plans, mentoring of students by
faculty members and networking with other Colleges and Universities, Financial
Institutions, Government bodies, Consulting firms etc.
Sports
CBE strongly believes in all-round development of its students, and encourages
their active participation in all sports. The Students’ club of CBE organizes annual
sports event in which there is enthusiastic participation by the students. CBE
students also participate in inter-collegiate sports events of Qassim University.
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LEARNING RESOURCES
Qassim University Library Services
With over 400,000 volumes and 186,000 titles (books, periodicals etc.) in stock, and
particular strengths in business, finance and marketing; Qassim University Library
Services have one of the largest collections of books pertaining to business
anywhere in the region. The quality and currency of our stock are monitored
periodically to maintain the most relevant, reliable and rewarding titles which
supplement learning and support research. Articles are available from our online
provision, e-library, accessible through the University’s Virtual Learning
Environment.
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CONTACT US
Graduate Studies Office
Vice Dean for Graduate Studies & Scientific Research
Direct Line: +966 (16) 3801359
Fax: +966 (16) 3800708
Ext.: +966 (16) 3800050; Ext.: 3887
Head Office of the Vice Dean for Graduate Studies & Scientific Research
Tel: +966 (16) 3800050; Ext.: 3886
Mailing Address of Office
College of Business & Economics – Vice Deanship for Graduate Studies &
Scientific Research
P.O.Box:
6633 Buraidah 51452,
Al Qassim, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Email: gs.cbe@qu.edu.sa
MBA Director’s Office
Dr. Chikezie Okike
Director MBA
College of Business and Economics
P. O. Box:
6633 Buraidah 51452
Al Qassim, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Email: chi.okike@qu.edu.sa
Tel: +966 (16) 3800050; Ext.: 3892
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Contribution:
Dr. Obaid Al-Motairy, Dean College of Business and Economics;
Dr. Ali Al-Nodel, Vice Dean Graduate Studies & Research;
Dr. Mohammed Adaileh; Eng. Upendra Lele; MBA Focus Group
Brochure Design:
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