Tribune News Network
Doha
As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration with national academic institutions and promote the concept of direct, practical learning, Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) hosted a delegation of students from the Executive Master’s Programme in Leadership at the College of Business and Economics at Qatar University. The visit aimed to familiarise the students with HMC’s advanced administrative and healthcare environment and to link theoretical knowledge with its practical application within one of the region’s leading healthcare systems.
During the visit, the Training and Development Section at the Human Resources Department organised a series of meetings and discussion sessions with a select group of executive leaders at HMC for the 29 attending students. The sessions included an overview of key administrative topics, the exchange of expertise and experiences with the students, and discussions on strategic subjects such as the organizational structure, governance, leadership strategies, and development programmes aimed at enhancing the quality of healthcare. The sessions also addressed the challenges facing the healthcare sector and explored ways to effectively manage them.
Mona Al Homaiddi, acting chief of business services and acting chief human resources officer at HMC, emphasised the importance of integrated efforts between academic and professional institutions, given their vital role in knowledge and expertise exchange and in strengthening leadership capabilities.
Sabiha Qasimi, executive director of talent development at HMC, delivered a comprehensive presentation on HMC’s vision, mission, and strategic goals. She highlighted the corporation’s most significant achievements in recent years, which have strengthened its position both locally and internationally, as a leading healthcare model in the Middle East and a cornerstone in supporting Qatar’s healthcare system.
During the sessions, HMC efforts to develop services were addressed including the implementation of international best practices in quality and patient safety, which resulted in receiving accreditation from the Joint Commission International (JCI) for many facilities as a recognition of continuous commitment to quality and clinical excellence.
The sessions also highlighted HMC’s local and international partnerships that support the implementation of development projects within the corporation, particularly collaborations with academic and research institutions. Additionally, they shed light on the vital role of national professionals working at HMC, as well as the ongoing training programs aimed at enhancing their professional capabilities and improving the overall work environment.
This visit reflects the strong collaboration between HMC and QU, and the shared commitment to develop leadership and administrative skills of the national workforce. It also highlights their dedication to providing practical learning opportunities that contribute to building student capabilities and enhancing professional awareness.
The students expressed their appreciation to HMC for providing this valuable opportunity, which enabled them to engage directly with the corporation’s executive leadership. They emphasised that the experience was a significant addition to their academic journey, contributing to broadening their perspectives and enriching their practical understanding of leadership and management within the healthcare sector.
This initiative represents an effective model of integration between the healthcare and academic sectors in the State of Qatar, in alignment with the National Vision to prepare and empower future leaders through dynamic learning environments that promote practical engagement and the exchange of expertise.
Participants in the discussion sessions from HMC included Nasser Abdullah Al Sawafi, assistant executive director of human resources for training and development; Dr Abdullah Al Naimi, deputy chief medical officer for medical education;Nasser Al Naimi, chief of patient experience; Dr Moza Al Ishaq, deputy chief quality officer for quality and patient safety; Hamad Al Hamar, assistant executive director of the Strategic Planning and Performance Department; Saleh Al Muqarrah, assistant executive director of Ambulance Services; and Khaloud Al Boinin from the Corporate Communications Department.
