Mission Statement
The Department of Finance and Economics is oriented toward addressing Qatar's need for intellectuals and practitioners to serve the sustainable growth of its economy. Given the uniqueness of Qatar and the opportunities afforded by its resources, the mission of the Department is to provide and maintain prominent teaching and research in Economics and Finance and to offer rigorous programs focusing on relating theory to practice and addressing issues related to business, economic development and natural resource management. Particular emphasis will be directed toward excellence within instructional programs in Economics and Finance.
This mission is consistent with Qatar University reform plans as well as the current strategic plan of the College of Business and Economics (CBE) which provides instruction, student-centered orientation, research and services and produces well-educated and problem solving students.
Department Operational Objectives
- Prepare our students for successful careers in Finance and Economics
- Increase the number of students majoring in Economics and Finance majors
- Continue supporting and encouraging faculty to publish in peer-reviewed journals and participate at regional, national, and international conferences
- Hire highly qualified faculty members
- Promote effective interaction with business community
Department Educational Objectives
The anticipated objectives of the Finance major, as determined by the faculty, are to help students grow and develop the following characteristics.
- A competent financial practitioner
- A critical thinker who makes financial decisions
- A professional with communication and interpersonal skills
- An ethical leader and decision-maker
Department Student Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of a Bachelor of Business and Economics, a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate effective written and oral communications skills;
- Utilize information technology in making business decisions;
- Appreciate social responsibilities and ethical dimensions of business decision-making;
- Foster global perspective in both appreciation and application; and,
- Able to solve finance related problem