Amman: The founding meeting of the Advisory Council of the Faculty of Business at Middle East University brought together a cross-section of stakeholders from the public and private sectors, as well as alumni and students, to discuss the university’s ongoing commitment to fostering productive collaborations between academia and the labor market.
The meeting provides a crucial forum for sharing visions and experiences and exploring strategies for developing curricula and academic programs in alignment with the evolving needs of professional sectors and changing market requirements.
More importantly, the meeting underscored the significance of the council’s advisory function in advancing the faculty’s objective of attaining academic excellence and developing graduates with advanced competitive capabilities.
Additionally, the attendees discussed a number of key topics, including the future challenges facing professional sectors and the need to prepare human competencies capable of adapting to rapid changes in the work environment.
Furthermore, they emphasised the strategic importance of these partnerships and their role in developing innovative visions that contribute to economic and social development, and then highlighted the value of collaboration between academic institutions and employers to develop practical training programs that prepare students for the workforce.
In conclusion, the meeting called for continued dialogue between all relevant parties to enhance cooperation, exchange ideas, and anticipate future opportunities.