Doha: HE President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and Chairman of the Board of the Qatar Olympic Academy Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani honored the graduates of the 14th cohort of the Advanced Diploma in Sports and Olympic Institutions Management, a flagship postgraduate program offered by the Qatar Olympic Academy, at the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) headquarters on Sunday.
According to Qatar News Agency, this year's graduating class consisted of 23 students from Qatar and beyond, representing various professional and sports sectors. The cohort was distinguished by seven outstanding research projects conducted by students from Qatar: Mohammed Duhaim Al Dosari; Adel Lami, Adeeb Awadhi; Al Dana Al Obaidli; Suad Al Humaidi; and from Kuwait: Abdullah Al Ajmi and Turki Khushman. These exceptional projects will be published by the International Olympic Academy and serve as reference materials for future studies.
Since 2008, the program positions Qatar among the top 20 National Olympic Committees worldwide and the first in the Gulf and Arab region to implement such an initiative. The diploma encompasses six semesters, covering key topics such as Olympic institution structures, strategic planning for sports organizations, and major event management, equipping participants with the necessary skills for their sports and administrative careers.
The event opened with remarks from Qatar Olympic Academy Executive Director Khalil Ibrahim Al Jaber, who expressed gratitude to the International Olympic Committee, the International Olympic Academy, and QOC for their continued support. He congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to pursue a master's degree in the field, emphasizing their role as ambassadors of the Qatar Olympic Academy's programs and initiatives.
A video presentation recapped the program's journey, highlighting its seven modules and the diverse learning experiences over the year.
Graduate Adel Lami, a former member of Qatar's national team, delivered a heartfelt speech on behalf of his peers, describing the milestone as a turning point in their academic and professional lives. He lauded the academy for providing comprehensive academic and practical training that prepares graduates to positively impact the sports sector.
HE President of the Qatar Olympic Committee Sheikh Joaan Bin Hamad Al-Thani personally honored the 23 graduates, acknowledging their dedication and achievements.
Among the distinguished graduates were Mohammed Duhaim Al Dosari, Adeeb Mohammed Awadhi, Turki Abdullah Khushman, Adel Lami Al Duhimi, Abdullah Mohammed Al Ajmi, Al Dana Ali Al Obaidli, Suad Waleed Al Humaidi, and others. The full list included professionals from diverse disciplines, underscoring the program's appeal and versatility.
In a press statement, Qatar Olympic Academy Executive Director Khalil Ibrahim Al Jaber highlighted the program's success with the graduation of the 14th cohort, producing since its inception more than 600 graduates from Qatar and beyond.
The Qatar Olympic Academy Executive Director praised the students' commitment and the academy's role in enhancing their expertise through a curriculum encompassing administrative, financial, and sports management disciplines.
He expressed gratitude to the International Olympic Committee and QOC for their unlimited support for the academy and this specific program.
Al Jaber also noted the publication of distinguished projects by the International Olympic Academy as a testament to the program's impact.
Looking ahead, the Qatar Olympic Academy Executive Director announced the opening of registration for the 15th cohort for the 2025 academic year, which has already garnered significant interest.