Doha Bank and Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar Sign MoU to Strengthen Collaboration in Education, Research, and Community Development
Doha Bank has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) to establish a collaborative framework aimed at advancing education, scientific research, and community development in Qatar. The agreement reflects both institutions’ commitment to fostering knowledge exchange, innovation, and capacity-building in key academic and professional fields.
Signed by Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Fahad bin Faisal Al Thani, Group Chief Executive Officer of Doha Bank, and Dr. Michael Trick, Dean of CMU-Q, the partnership seeks to enhance cooperation in areas such as research, executive education, and industry-academic collaboration. Through this MoU, Doha Bank and CMU-Q will engage in joint research initiatives, strategic studies, and the exchange of expertise to support innovation in banking and financial services. The agreement will also facilitate scholarships, internships, and employment opportunities for CMU-Q students, providing them with direct access to industry experience and career pathways within Doha Bank.
Further strengthening the collaboration, the MoU includes provisions for executive training programs designed for Doha Bank’s leadership and employees, fostering professional development and knowledge-sharing. In addition, both institutions will jointly organise specialised conferences, seminars, and workshops to promote dialogue between academia and the financial sector. Community engagement will be a key aspect of the partnership, encouraging students to participate in voluntary work and initiatives that align with Doha Bank’s corporate social responsibility efforts.
Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Fahad bin Faisal Al Thani, GCEO of Doha Bank, emphasised the significance of the partnership, stating: “At Doha Bank, we believe that investing in education and research is key to driving sustainable growth and innovation. Our collaboration with Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar will help bridge the gap between academia and industry, equipping the next generation of professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to contribute to Qatar’s economic transformation.”
Dr. Michael Trick, Dean of CMU-Q, highlighted the impact of the agreement, saying: “CMU-Q deeply values partnerships within the community that will enhance the educational experience for our students, foster research that has a meaningful impact, and provide opportunities for us to share our expertise. We look forward to this collaboration with Doha Bank that will strengthen our connection to the financial sector and inspire innovative solutions to industry challenges.”
The MoU aligns with Doha Bank’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and its vision to support Qatar’s knowledge-based economy in line with Qatar National Vision 2030. By fostering meaningful partnerships between financial institutions and academia, this initiative reaffirms Doha Bank’s role as a key contributor to the development of human capital and research excellence in the region.