Quality Day 2026
“Education Woven for Impact”
As OAQHE celebrates 20 years, we are delighted to invite you to Quality Day 2026. Alongside the main event, we are offering a programme of professional workshops the day before. You may register for Quality Day, the workshops, or both.
Day 1 · WorkshopsSun, 8 Nov 20269:00 am – 4:00 pm · Scientific College of Design
Day 2 · Quality DayMon, 9 Nov 20268:30 am – 5:00 pm · W Hotel, Muscat
Programme6 workshops · 3 keynotes4 panels · 11 paper presentations
Monday, 9 November 2026
Keynote Speakers
Keynote 1 · 9:45 – 10:05 am
HH Princess Dr. Al Jawhara bint Fahad bin Khalid Al Saud
Member of the Saudi Shura Council Committee of Education and Scientific Research
Keynote 2 · 10:05 – 10:25 am
Sheikh Khalid Muhammad Al Zubair
Business Leader and Chairman of Injaz Oman
Keynote 3 · 10:45 – 11:05 am
Mr. Rafic A. Bizri
CEO, Hariri Foundation USA
Day 1 · Sunday, 8 November 2026
Professional Workshops
Six workshops in three rooms. Workshops in the same session run in parallel — choose one per session.
9:00 am – 12:00 pmMorning Session
Workshop 01
Operational Planning: From Activity to Impact
Tina MontgomeryPrincipal Consultant, Montgomery HE ConsultancyWorkshop 03
Beyond Accreditation: Designing a Graduate Employability Ecosystem That Delivers Results
Harith Al JahwariDirector of Employability and Partnerships, Middle East CollegeWorkshop 05
Rethinking Graduate Attributes and Employability for Educational and Societal Impact
Dr. Wafa Al MawaliOAQHE Rapporteur & Board MemberPrayer & Lunch Break · 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
1:00 pm – 4:00 pmAfternoon Session
Workshop 02
Beyond Compliance: Driving Educational Quality through QMS
Dr. Tess GoodliffeOAQHE Deputy Chair, Head of Research Committee & Board MemberWorkshop 04
Institutional Visibility
Rami AwadRegional Partnerships Director, QS Quacquarelli SymondsWorkshop 06
Enhancing Quality Assurance Through Digital Integration and Automation
Practical Case Studies from the University of Buraimi
Dr. Sandhia ValsalaDirector, Quality Assurance and Planning Department, University of Buraimi
Dr. Gopal RatinamProgram Chair, Information and Communication Engineering (ICEN), College of Engineering, University of BuraimiDay 2 · Monday, 9 November 2026
Quality Day Agenda
Morning Programme
8:30 – 9:00
Registration & WelcomeParticipant registration and welcome coffee
9:00 – 9:10
Quran Recitation & National Anthem
9:10 – 9:25
Welcome AddressAnnouncing Partnerships & Advisory Board Initiative · Dr. Samiya Al Shanfari, Chairperson, OAQHE
9:25 – 9:45
Opening AddressH.E. Dr. Jokha Al Shukaili, President, Oman Authority for Quality Assurance of Education
9:45 – 10:05
Keynote Address 1HH Princess Dr. Al Jawhara bint Fahad bin Khalid Al Saud
10:05 – 10:25
Keynote Address 2Sheikh Khalid Muhammad Al Zubair
10:25 – 10:45
Coffee Break & Networking
10:45 – 11:05
Keynote Address 3Mr. Rafic A. Bizri
11:05 – 11:30
Recognition Ceremony
11:30 – 12:00
Implementing the Oman Qualifications Framework (OQF)Fakhriya Al Habsi
Afternoon Programme
12:00 – 1:00
Prayer, Lunch & Networking
1:00 – 1:20
Transition to Breakout Rooms
1:20 – 2:20
Panel DiscussionsFour themes in two rounds · Halls 1 & 2
2:20 – 4:15
Paper PresentationsEleven papers · Halls 1 & 2
4:15 – 4:40
Closing PlenaryPanel outcomes, shared priorities and recommendations
4:40 – 5:00
Closing CeremonyMain Hall
Hall Guide · Afternoon
| Time | Hall 1 | Hall 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1:20 – 1:50 | Panel · Theme 01Skills & Employability | Panel · Theme 02Integrity & Ethics |
| 1:50 – 2:20 | Panel · Theme 04Sustainability & Partnerships | Panel · Theme 03Student Success & Equity |
| 2:20 – 3:20 | PapersSkills & Employability | PapersIntegrity & Ethics |
| 3:20 – 4:15 | PapersSkills & Employability | PapersStudent Success & Equity |
Day 2 · 1:20 – 2:20 pm
Panel Discussions
Round 1 · 1:20 – 1:50 pm
01
Theme · Hall 1
Skills, Employability and Readiness for the Future Workforce
Mr. Ahmed Al SiyabiChairman, View Property Development
Dr. Maurice SteinhoffHead of Entrepreneurship Department, HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management, Germany
Khadija Al DhabouniManaging Director, Akook Jewelleries
Mr. Khalid Al BalushiChief Corporate Officer, Oman Reinsurance
Salim Al DhahliHR Manager, Muscat Gas
ModeratorMuzna Al HootiOAQHE Co-opted Board Member02
Theme · Hall 2
Integrity, Trust and Ethical Leadership in Higher Education
H.E. Dr. Said Al RubaiiVice Chancellor, University of Technology and Applied Sciences
Dr. Reem Al AlawiDirector General, Center for Higher Education Quality Assurance
Dr. Yasmine Al BalushiConsultant, Royal Academy of Management
Dr. Hisham Al SaghbiniSenior Regional Global Partnerships Manager (META), Cambridge Press and Assessment
Ahmed Al QutaitiDirector of the International Cooperation Department, Research and Innovation Authority of Oman
ModeratorDr. Mona IsmailOAQHE Head of Events Management and Human Capacity Building Committee & Board MemberRound 2 · 1:50 – 2:20 pm
03
Theme · Hall 2
Student Success, Equity and Inclusion
HH Sayyida Dr. Taghreed bint Turki Al SaidCEO, Learn & Inspire Center
Professor Nutayla Said Al HarthyDean, Oman Dental College
Fatima Al HajryRegional Training & Development Manager (MENA), British Petroleum Oman
Mouaad Yousuf Saif Al KalbaniBEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering and Technology (Mechatronics), Third Year, GCET
Dr. Khalid Al MashikhiDean, College of Arts and Applied Sciences (CAAS), Dhofar University
ModeratorDr. Sulaiman Al HasaniOAQHE Head of Corporate Identity, Media and Communications Committee & Board Member04
Theme · Hall 1
Sustainability, Partnerships and International Collaboration
Mr. Abdul Azeez Al RisiVP of Sustainability and Impact, Royal Academy of Management
Dr. Rima Al ZidjaliAcademic Affairs Adviser, Sultan Qaboos Air Academy
Dr. Bader Al KindiDirector, Gulf Network for Quality Assurance in Higher Education in GCC
Thomas ZellerChief Digital Officer, Unternehmer Technical University of Munich
ModeratorDr. Lujain El-MaghrabyOAQHE Head of Strategic Partnerships and Membership Committee & Board MemberDay 2 · 2:20 – 4:15 pm
Paper Presentations
Hall 1
Skills, Employability and Readiness for the Future Workforce
2:20 – 2:35
Generative AI as a Socratic Learning Partner: Fostering Critical Thinking and Active Learning in Higher EducationDr. Behnaz Saboori · Sultan Qaboos University
2:35 – 2:50
Beyond Degrees: Bridging the Gap Between Academia and IndustryHumaid Al Wahaibi · A'Sharqiyah University
2:50 – 3:05
Reengineering General Foundation Programs for OCALO Implementation in OmanDr. Geethu Anne Mathew et al. · National University of Science and Technology
3:05 – 3:20
Q&A
3:20 – 3:35
Preparing MBA Graduates for an AI-enabled Future Workforce in OmanDr. Syed Munassir Hussain et al. · University of Nizwa
3:35 – 3:50
Workforce Gaps among Senior Pharmacy Students in OmanDr. Fatma Al Raisi · Oman College of Health Sciences
3:50 – 4:05
Rethinking Curricular Sustainability in HEIs of the GCC: A Content-Based Inquiry into Literary StudiesDr. Chandna Singh Nirwan · Majan University College
4:05 – 4:15
Q&A and Wrap-Up
Hall 2
Integrity, Trust and Ethical Leadership in Higher Education
2:20 – 2:35
The Strategic Role of Quality Management System in Fostering Trust and Integrity in Higher Education InstitutionsDr. T. V. V. Phani Kumar et al. · University of Technology and Applied Sciences
2:35 – 2:50
From Compliance to Commitment: Reframing Quality Assurance Through Ethical Leadership and Institutional TrustMajan Al Yarubi · Sultan Qaboos University
2:50 – 3:20
Q&A and Discussion
Student Success, Equity and Inclusion
3:20 – 3:35
Responsible Use of Generative AI in Engineering EducationDr. Siham Gaber Farrag · Middle East College
3:35 – 3:50
Scaling Peer Tutoring for Student Success in Higher EducationDr. Mona Abdelfattah et al. · Modern College of Business and Science
3:50 – 4:05
Psychological Well-Being and Academic Experiences of Nursing Students During Online LearningMathla Al Busaidi et al. · Oman College of Health Sciences
4:05 – 4:15
Q&A and Wrap-Up
How to register
Reserve your place
- Complete the registration form.
- Indicate whether you will attend Quality Day (9 November).
- Indicate whether you will attend the workshops (8 November), choosing one morning and/or one afternoon workshop.
150seats · Quality Day
30seats · per workshop
Register now
Seats are limited — early registration is encouraged.
Quality Day 2026
“Education Woven for Impact”
As OAQHE celebrates 20 years, we are delighted to invite you to Quality Day 2026. Alongside the main event, we are offering a programme of professional workshops the day before. You may register for Quality Day, the workshops, or both.
Day 1 · WorkshopsSun, 8 Nov 20269:00 am – 4:00 pm · Scientific College of Design
Day 2 · Quality DayMon, 9 Nov 20268:30 am – 5:00 pm · W Hotel, Muscat
Programme6 workshops · 3 keynotes4 panels · 11 paper presentations
Monday, 9 November 2026
Keynote Speakers
Keynote 1 · 9:45 – 10:05 am
HH Princess Dr. Al Jawhara bint Fahad bin Khalid Al Saud
Member of the Saudi Shura Council Committee of Education and Scientific Research
Keynote 2 · 10:05 – 10:25 am
Sheikh Khalid Muhammad Al Zubair
Business Leader and Chairman of Injaz Oman
Keynote 3 · 10:45 – 11:05 am
Mr. Rafic A. Bizri
CEO, Hariri Foundation USA
Day 1 · Sunday, 8 November 2026
Professional Workshops
Six workshops in three rooms. Workshops in the same session run in parallel — choose one per session.
9:00 am – 12:00 pmMorning Session
Workshop 01
Operational Planning: From Activity to Impact
Tina MontgomeryPrincipal Consultant, Montgomery HE ConsultancyWorkshop 03
Beyond Accreditation: Designing a Graduate Employability Ecosystem That Delivers Results
Harith Al JahwariDirector of Employability and Partnerships, Middle East CollegeWorkshop 05
Rethinking Graduate Attributes and Employability for Educational and Societal Impact
Dr. Wafa Al MawaliOAQHE Rapporteur & Board MemberPrayer & Lunch Break · 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
1:00 pm – 4:00 pmAfternoon Session
Workshop 02
Beyond Compliance: Driving Educational Quality through QMS
Dr. Tess GoodliffeOAQHE Deputy Chair, Head of Research Committee & Board MemberWorkshop 04
Institutional Visibility
Rami AwadRegional Partnerships Director, QS Quacquarelli SymondsWorkshop 06
Enhancing Quality Assurance Through Digital Integration and Automation
Practical Case Studies from the University of Buraimi
Dr. Sandhia ValsalaDirector, Quality Assurance and Planning Department, University of BuraimiDr. Gopal RatinamProgram Chair, Information and Communication Engineering (ICEN), College of Engineering, University of BuraimiDay 2 · Monday, 9 November 2026
Quality Day Agenda
Morning Programme
8:30 – 9:00
Registration & WelcomeParticipant registration and welcome coffee
9:00 – 9:10
Quran Recitation & National Anthem
9:10 – 9:25
Welcome AddressAnnouncing Partnerships & Advisory Board Initiative · Dr. Samiya Al Shanfari, Chairperson, OAQHE
9:25 – 9:45
Opening AddressH.E. Dr. Jokha Al Shukaili, President, Oman Authority for Quality Assurance of Education
9:45 – 10:05
Keynote Address 1HH Princess Dr. Al Jawhara bint Fahad bin Khalid Al Saud
10:05 – 10:25
Keynote Address 2Sheikh Khalid Muhammad Al Zubair
10:25 – 10:45
Coffee Break & Networking
10:45 – 11:05
Keynote Address 3Mr. Rafic A. Bizri
11:05 – 11:30
Recognition Ceremony
11:30 – 12:00
Implementing the Oman Qualifications Framework (OQF)Fakhriya Al Habsi
Afternoon Programme
12:00 – 1:00
Prayer, Lunch & Networking
1:00 – 1:20
Transition to Breakout Rooms
1:20 – 2:20
Panel DiscussionsFour themes in two rounds · Halls 1 & 2
2:20 – 4:15
Paper PresentationsEleven papers · Halls 1 & 2
4:15 – 4:40
Closing PlenaryPanel outcomes, shared priorities and recommendations
4:40 – 5:00
Closing CeremonyMain Hall
Hall Guide · Afternoon
| Time | Hall 1 | Hall 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1:20 – 1:50 | Panel · Theme 01Skills & Employability | Panel · Theme 02Integrity & Ethics |
| 1:50 – 2:20 | Panel · Theme 04Sustainability & Partnerships | Panel · Theme 03Student Success & Equity |
| 2:20 – 3:20 | PapersSkills & Employability | PapersIntegrity & Ethics |
| 3:20 – 4:15 | PapersSkills & Employability | PapersStudent Success & Equity |
Day 2 · 1:20 – 2:20 pm
Panel Discussions
Round 1 · 1:20 – 1:50 pm
01
Theme · Hall 1
Skills, Employability and Readiness for the Future Workforce
- Mr. Ahmed Al SiyabiChairman, View Property Development
- Dr. Maurice SteinhoffHead of Entrepreneurship Department, HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management, Germany
- Khadija Al DhabouniManaging Director, Akook Jewelleries
- Mr. Khalid Al BalushiChief Corporate Officer, Oman Reinsurance
- Salim Al DhahliHR Manager, Muscat Gas
ModeratorMuzna Al HootiOAQHE Co-opted Board Member02
Theme · Hall 2
Integrity, Trust and Ethical Leadership in Higher Education
- H.E. Dr. Said Al RubaiiVice Chancellor, University of Technology and Applied Sciences
- Dr. Reem Al AlawiDirector General, Center for Higher Education Quality Assurance
- Dr. Yasmine Al BalushiConsultant, Royal Academy of Management
- Dr. Hisham Al SaghbiniSenior Regional Global Partnerships Manager (META), Cambridge Press and Assessment
- Ahmed Al QutaitiDirector of the International Cooperation Department, Research and Innovation Authority of Oman
ModeratorDr. Mona IsmailOAQHE Head of Events Management and Human Capacity Building Committee & Board MemberRound 2 · 1:50 – 2:20 pm
03
Theme · Hall 2
Student Success, Equity and Inclusion
- HH Sayyida Dr. Taghreed bint Turki Al SaidCEO, Learn & Inspire Center
- Professor Nutayla Said Al HarthyDean, Oman Dental College
- Fatima Al HajryRegional Training & Development Manager (MENA), British Petroleum Oman
- Mouaad Yousuf Saif Al KalbaniBEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering and Technology (Mechatronics), Third Year, GCET
- Dr. Khalid Al MashikhiDean, College of Arts and Applied Sciences (CAAS), Dhofar University
ModeratorDr. Sulaiman Al HasaniOAQHE Head of Corporate Identity, Media and Communications Committee & Board Member04
Theme · Hall 1
Sustainability, Partnerships and International Collaboration
- Mr. Abdul Azeez Al RisiVP of Sustainability and Impact, Royal Academy of Management
- Dr. Rima Al ZidjaliAcademic Affairs Adviser, Sultan Qaboos Air Academy
- Dr. Bader Al KindiDirector, Gulf Network for Quality Assurance in Higher Education in GCC
- Thomas ZellerChief Digital Officer, Unternehmer Technical University of Munich
ModeratorDr. Lujain El-MaghrabyOAQHE Head of Strategic Partnerships and Membership Committee & Board MemberDay 2 · 2:20 – 4:15 pm
Paper Presentations
Hall 1
Skills, Employability and Readiness for the Future Workforce
2:20 – 2:35
Generative AI as a Socratic Learning Partner: Fostering Critical Thinking and Active Learning in Higher EducationDr. Behnaz Saboori · Sultan Qaboos University
2:35 – 2:50
Beyond Degrees: Bridging the Gap Between Academia and IndustryHumaid Al Wahaibi · A'Sharqiyah University
2:50 – 3:05
Reengineering General Foundation Programs for OCALO Implementation in OmanDr. Geethu Anne Mathew et al. · National University of Science and Technology
3:05 – 3:20
Q&A
3:20 – 3:35
Preparing MBA Graduates for an AI-enabled Future Workforce in OmanDr. Syed Munassir Hussain et al. · University of Nizwa
3:35 – 3:50
Workforce Gaps among Senior Pharmacy Students in OmanDr. Fatma Al Raisi · Oman College of Health Sciences
3:50 – 4:05
Rethinking Curricular Sustainability in HEIs of the GCC: A Content-Based Inquiry into Literary StudiesDr. Chandna Singh Nirwan · Majan University College
4:05 – 4:15
Q&A and Wrap-Up
Hall 2
Integrity, Trust and Ethical Leadership in Higher Education
2:20 – 2:35
The Strategic Role of Quality Management System in Fostering Trust and Integrity in Higher Education InstitutionsDr. T. V. V. Phani Kumar et al. · University of Technology and Applied Sciences
2:35 – 2:50
From Compliance to Commitment: Reframing Quality Assurance Through Ethical Leadership and Institutional TrustMajan Al Yarubi · Sultan Qaboos University
2:50 – 3:20
Q&A and Discussion
Student Success, Equity and Inclusion
3:20 – 3:35
Responsible Use of Generative AI in Engineering EducationDr. Siham Gaber Farrag · Middle East College
3:35 – 3:50
Scaling Peer Tutoring for Student Success in Higher EducationDr. Mona Abdelfattah et al. · Modern College of Business and Science
3:50 – 4:05
Psychological Well-Being and Academic Experiences of Nursing Students During Online LearningMathla Al Busaidi et al. · Oman College of Health Sciences
4:05 – 4:15
Q&A and Wrap-Up
How to register
Reserve your place
- Complete the registration form.
- Indicate whether you will attend Quality Day (9 November).
- Indicate whether you will attend the workshops (8 November), choosing one morning and/or one afternoon workshop.
150seats · Quality Day
30seats · per workshop
Register now
Seats are limited — early registration is encouraged.