Doha Bank Sponsors the First Annual Finance Researcher Award

Doha Bank is proud to sponsor the “First Annual Finance Researcher Award” in collaboration with Qatar Finance and Business Academy – Northumbria University. This sponsorship reflects bank’s commitment to promoting strong research culture at the national level among both Bachelor and Master students, especially in fields related to the financial and banking industry.

Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Fahad bin Faisal Al Thani, Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of Doha Bank, stated that the bank’s sponsorship of this competition is part of our commitment to investing in young national talents in the financial and banking sectors. We support efforts to provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills for the future.

Khalifa Al Yafei, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Qatar Finance and Business Academy welcomed this research collaboration and remarked that the national First Annual Finance Researcher Award will foster innovation, encourage rigorous research and support the next generation of financial experts who will shape the ever-evolving future of Qatar finance and banking industry.

Globally, the banking industry is witnessing significant changes due to rapid technological advancements, and it is essential to understand these changes and prepare for the future. We believe that scientific research is crucial in helping the Qatari financial services sector take advantage of future opportunities and overcome challenges.

The organising committee of the competition will invite various universities in Qatar to nominate both Bachelor and Master students and to submit their dissertation / research for the competition. An independent panel of judges will review and evaluate the dissertation / research according to academic standards. The winner and runner up projects will be awarded certificates and cash prizes. There will be one award for best research project by a Qatari student.