3rd. Quality Day 2025
The Oman Association for Quality in Higher Education (OAQHE) aspires to be a recognised network for advancing higher education quality in Oman and the region. Its mission is to act as a facilitator to enhance educational standards in Oman by fostering the exchange of ideas, research, and best practices, underpinned by values of quality, transparency, and social responsibility.
OAQHE is pleased to announce the Quality Day event, to be held on 10th and 11th of November 2025. Building on the success of last years' events, this year’s Quality Day will be conducted in collaboration with the Middle East College .
The primary objective of the Quality Day 2025 is to enhance the quality of higher education in Oman by addressing key themes and topics identified as critical gaps or areas of improvement within Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). The event aims to facilitate knowledge exchange, promote best practices, and encourage collaboration among stakeholders in higher education.
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Themes
Quality: Think Differently for Oman’s Future
A forward-looking, adaptive theme that positions quality as a strategic enabler across sectors
Innovating Quality: Technology, Sustainability, Collaboration
Highlights modern tools and partnerships as drivers of Oman’s quality ecosystem
Towards a Resilient Quality Culture in Higher Education and Beyond
Focuses on strengthening the foundations of quality—leadership, ethics, and innovation
Quality in Action: Education, Governance, and Community
Encourages practical, inclusive, and value-driven approaches to quality
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Event Programme
Third Quality Day 2025 Programme
Oman Association for Quality in Higher Education (OAQHE)
Day 1: 10 November 2025
Opening Ceremony
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Time |
Event |
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08:00 AM - 09:00 AM |
Registration |
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09:00 AM - 09:05 AM |
National Anthem |
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09:05 AM - 09:10 AM |
Recitation of verses from the Holy Quran |
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09:10 AM - 09:15 AM |
Opening Address Dr Saleh Al-Shaaibi - Dean, Middle East College |
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09:15 AM - 09:20 AM |
A short video about Middle East College |
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09:20 AM - 09:25 AM |
Speech by Prof Ali Al-Badi, Chair of OAQHE |
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09:25 AM - 09:30 AM |
A short video about the OAQHE Achievements |
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09:30 AM - 09:55 AM |
First keynote address by H.E. Dr. Jokha bint Abdullah Al Shukaili, CEO, OAAAQA |
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09:55 AM - 10:20 AM |
Second keynote address by Prof. Michael Braun Rector, German University of Technology in Oman (GUtech) |
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10:20 AM - 10:40 AM |
Recognition: ● HEIs achieved the OAAAQA Institutional Accreditation/Reaccreditation and QS/THE university rankings. ● Memento to Sponsors ● Organising Committee ● Keynote Speakers |
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10:40 AM - 10:50 AM |
Memento to: ● H.E. Dr. Jokha bint Abdullah Al Shukaili, CEO, OAAAQA |
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10:50 AM - 11:00 AM |
Group Photo |
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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
Break |
Session 1
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11:30 AM - 11:55 AM |
Keynote speaker 1: Ms. Fakhriya Al Habsi Director General of the Directorate General of the National Qualifications Framework (OQF), OAAAQA Navigating the Oman Qualifications Framework: Implementation Challenges from OAAAQA and Awarding Bodies’ Perspectives |
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Theme 1: Quality: Think Differently for Oman’s Future Session Moderator: Dr. Waleed Al-Rajhi, Dean, Planning and Quality Management, Nizwa University Presentation: 15 minutes, Q&A: 5 minutes |
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11:55 AM - 12:15 PM |
Mrs. Halima Ahmed Al Mahrizi Quality Officer Medical City for Military & Security Services School Reimagining Quality in Oman: From Compliance to Innovation |
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12:15 PM - 12:35 PM |
Dr. Abood Al Sawafi HE Consultant Al Maarif Consultancy Measuring What Matters: Oman Vision 2040 and the Future of Higher Education Quality |
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12:35 PM – 01:25 PM |
Lunch & Prayer |
Session 2:
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01:25 PM - 01:50 PM |
Keynote Speaker 2: Dr. Nasser Al Hinai Quality Assurance Consultant, OAAAQA. Trends and Challenges in Internal Quality Management in Higher Education Institutions in Oman. |
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Theme 2: Innovating Quality: Technology, Sustainability, Collaboration Session Moderator: Dr. Adhra Al-Mawali, Deputy Chair, OAQHE Presentation: 15 minutes, Q&A: 5 minutes |
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01:50 PM - 02:10 PM |
Ciraj Ali Mohammed National University of Science and Technology Empowering Excellence: A Resilient Quality Culture for Higher Education |
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02:10 PM - 02:30 PM |
Mrs. Fatima Al Bahar Al Rawas IT Section Head / CPS Dhofar University Reframing Quality Assurance: Innovation through Digital Tools, Sustainable Practices, and Partnerships |
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02:30 PM – 02:50 PM |
Mr Harith Al Jahwari Director – Employability and Partnerships, MEC Transforming Education for the World of Work: How Academia–Industry Collaboration Enhances Quality and Employability |
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02:50 PM – 03:20 PM |
Awarding Speakers and Moderators |
Day 2: 11 November 2025
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08:00 AM - 08:30 AM |
Registration |
Session 1:
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08:30 AM - 08:55 AM |
Keynote speaker 3: Prof. Yasser Fouad Selim Dean, BUC From Policy to Practice: Quality that Matters in Higher Education |
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Theme 3: Towards a Resilient Quality Culture in Higher Education and Beyond
Session Moderator: Dr. Mona Ismail, Dean, Scientific College of Design Presentation: 15 minutes, Q&A: 5 minutes |
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08:55 AM - 09:15 AM |
Mr. Rami Awad Regional Manager, QS - Quacquarelli Symonds QS Rankings & QS Stars |
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09:15 AM - 09:35 AM |
Syed Ziaur Rahman Computer Science Program Coordinator and Accreditation Expert University of Kalba, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates Agile Quality Assurance in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: A Framework for Higher Education |
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09:35 AM - 09:55 AM |
Dr Yousuf Mohammed Al Balushi Director, Planning and Quality Assurance Department College of Banking and Financial Studies Theoretical Shift to Competency-Based Quality (CBQ) |
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09:55 AM - 10:15 AM |
Break |
Session 2:
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10:15 AM - 10:40 AM |
Keynote speaker 4: Dr. Misida Al-Jahwari Deputy Director of the QA for Academic Programs and Community Service, Sultan Qaboos University Quality as Culture, Not Compliance: A Call for Change in HEIs |
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Theme 4: Quality in Action: Education, Governance, and Community
Session Moderator: Dr. Mohammed Al-Kharusi, Dean, Al Bayan College Presentation: 15 minutes, Q&A: 5 minutes |
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10:40 AM - 11:00 AM |
Prof. Nazih Khaddaj Mallat Vice President (Accreditation & QA) Al Ain University, United Arab Emirates Quality in Action: Translating the UAE Outcome-Based Evaluation Framework (OBEF) into Institutional Practice at Al Ain University, |
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11:00 AM - 11:20 AM |
Dr. Rashid Al Maamari Deputy Director for Administrative Financial and Technical Quality - Quality Assurance Office, Sultan Qaboos University Governance of Administrative Practices at SQU: Excellence through Administrative Quality Audit and Assessment (AQAA) Framework |
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11:20 AM - 11:40 AM |
Mrs Majan Al Yarubi Senior Quality Assurance Specialist Sultan Qaboos University Quality Assurance Mechanisms for Monitoring Learner Progress and Satisfaction in English Language Teaching (ELT) in Oman |
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11:40 AM - 12:00 PM |
Awarding speakers and moderators |
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12:00 PM - 12:10 PM |
Closing Remarks, Dr Mona Ismail, Dean, SCD |
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12:10 PM - 14:00 PM |
Lunch & Prayer |
Organising Committee
Dr Kabaly P Subramanian
Arab Open University - Oman
kabaly@aou.edu.om
Dr. Alya Al Farsi
Middle East College,
alya@mec.edu.om