A scientific team from Mathabah visited universities and research institutes in Switzerland. The visit included: St. Gallen University The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) A meeting with Muslim scholars at the Innovation Park of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology
Summary of the Visit Report
A scientific delegation from Mathabah conducted an academic trip to Switzerland, visiting universities and research institutes to explore collaboration opportunities.
Why Switzerland? Switzerland ranks first in Europe for the highest number of international students. It is the second globally in student population proportion. It has the highest number of Nobel laureates per capita. Ranked first worldwide in scientific publications.
Visit Highlights 1. University of St. Gallen (HSG): Discussed potential partnerships in research, innovation, and development focused on Hajj and Umrah.
2. Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL): Explored opportunities for collaboration in scientific research, technology, and innovation relevant to Hajj and Umrah.
3. Engagement with Scholars: Met with 12 Muslim scholars at EPFL Innovation Park from diverse scientific fields. Focused on recruiting distinguished experts in priority areas.
Key Recommendations Encourage scholarship students to pursue education at accredited Swiss universities. Facilitate an international cooperation agreement between Umm Al-Qura University and Swiss institutions. Invite EPFL researchers to Saudi Arabia for knowledge exchange in Hajj-related expertise. Organize training programs in Swiss universities for personnel to support Hajj and Umrah services.
Participation in the International Conference of the Association for Talent Development ATD Orlando, USA (Rajab 1436 AH / May 17-20, 2015)
Key Recommendations from the Visit:
Adopting the concept of talent management in the Hajj and Umrah sector.
Implementing a competency mode
Establishing accredited professional qualifications.
Attending the conference every 2-3 years.
Encouraging Hajj and Umrah sectors to participate.
Developing expertise in consultancy.
Training specialists in the field of learning development.
Information and Decision Support Center, Egyptian Cabinet
objective of the Visit: To explore opportunities for scientific and knowledge collaboration, focusing on developing the idea of establishing a decision support center for the Ministry of Hajj. the visit also aimed to advance the project for creating Mathabah's database.
Egyptian Center for Public Opinion Research – Baseera
objective of the Visit: To benefit from external expertise and attract innovative ideas. This effort culminated in forming a strategic partnership with Baseera Center.
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