Doha, 22 October2019:  Qatar Finance and Business Academy (QFBA) in collaboration with Northumbria University participated in this year’s University Expo, which took place over a two-day period from October 16-17, 2019 at Doha Exhibition and Conference Centre (DECC) to raise awareness to the public on the university’s programs and finance related degrees. 

With a greater aim to raise awareness on the importance of higher education, QFBA-Northumbria united parents and students with admission officials to answer any inquiries about their university education and their respective academic and professional future. 

University Expo Qatar targets students aged 16+ who are considering their higher education options as well parents, teachers, school administrators, counselors and professionals pursuing educational opportunities. 

Providing a platform to connect high school students with university degrees in line with the changing needs and landscape of Qatar’ booming market, University Expo 2019 provided a model opportunity for QFBA-Northumbria to participate. 

On this occasion, Khalifa Al Yafei, Director of Academic Affairs and Operations said:

“We are thrilled to participate in this year’s University Expo, as their vision align with those of QFBA-Northumbria which is to assist high school graduates in reaching their academic goals and aspirations with the guidance of experts in the field. Within many financial disciplines, access to the latest services in combination with internationally accredited degrees enable them to become true competitors in their respective labor market. Our aim to assist in molding the new generation of qualified and energetic youth entering the financial services sector, ultimately raising the level of human capital and aiding in positioning Qatar as an attractive and favorable financial hub in line with the 2030 Qatar Vision.”