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Observer
6 days ago
- Business
- Observer
‘Future Summer' programme launched at UTAS-Al Musannah
MUSANNAH: The University of Technology and Applied Sciences (Al Musannah) launched its annual summer initiative titled 'Summer of the Future,' organised by the Department of Continuing Education and Community Service. The programme reflects the university's ongoing commitment to bridging academic learning with real-world application while reinforcing its role in shaping an innovative, knowledge-driven society. Designed to make productive use of the summer break, the programme offers a wide array of interactive workshops and training courses aimed at enhancing participants' knowledge and skills across various domains. These include technology, science, innovation, critical thinking, grammar, leadership, entrepreneurship and languages. Featuring around 45 training sessions led by academic professionals and industry experts, the initiative is open to the university community, employees from both public and private sectors and members of the wider public seeking personal and professional growth. Dr Khalifa bin Salim al Hatmi, Head of the Department of Continuing Education and Community Service, highlighted the university's vision for community engagement and capacity building. 'We are pleased to launch the 'Summer of the Future' programme, which runs until mid-August 2025. It is tailored for students, graduates, professionals, and anyone eager to enhance their skills and explore new paths for personal and professional development,' he stated. The programme's opening day witnessed strong participation, with nearly 100 attendees joining the Beginner English Skills Workshop and a specialised IELTS preparation course. Participants were grouped based on their proficiency levels to ensure personalised and effective learning experiences. As one of UTAS-Al Musannah's flagship annual initiatives, 'Summer of the Future' underscores the university's dedication to empowering the community, promoting innovation, and fostering a collaborative and dynamic learning environment.


Times of Oman
6 days ago
- Times of Oman
South Al Batinah Design Hackathon kicks off
Al Rustaq: The South Al Batinah Design Hackathon, organised by the Governorate's Office in collaboration with the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in Al Musannah, launched at the Office of Wali of Al Rustaq on Monday. Held under the theme 'An Urban Design with the Identity of Place," the two-day event aims to design and develop an integrated tourism project for 'Khor Al Qareem" in the Wilayat of Al Musannah, combining the area's environmental and cultural identity with modern technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The hackathon aligns with national approach in sustainable tourism and smart urban development, supporting the goals of Oman Vision 2040. Over 125 students from 25 educational institutions—both within the Sultanate of Oman and abroad—are participating in multidisciplinary teams specializing in urban planning, architecture, civil engineering, and interior design. The program includes training workshops and consultative sessions supervised by experts to enhance participants' skills and refine their design ideas. On the final day, a judging panel will select six projects for evaluation based on criteria such as innovation, sustainability, environmental and cultural integration, space efficiency, and AI utilisation. The top three winning teams will receive valuable prizes, with the first-place project being implemented in Khor Al Qareem. The rights to the three shortlisted projects will belong to the South Al Batinah Governorate, which reserves the right to execute or modify them for public benefit. This hackathon serves as a platform to empower Omani youth, showcase their creative talents in design and urban planning, and engage them in developing sustainable urban and tourism environments that reflect community aspirations and cope with the national principles of the sustainable development.


Zawya
12-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
NBO Muzn Islamic Banking expands presence with new branch in Al Musannah
Muscat – As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance accessibility and bring Islamic banking services closer to customers, NBO Muzn Islamic Banking has opened a new branch in Al Musannah. This latest expansion reflects Muzn's commitment to offering Shari'a-compliant financial solutions while reinforcing its presence across the Sultanate. Salima Al Marzooqi, Chief Islamic Banking Officer at NBO, commented, 'Opening Islamic banking branch in Al Musannah marks another milestone in our journey to make Islamic banking accessible across the sultanate of Oman. Al Musannah branch provides an outstanding Islamic banking services to the customers by offering tailored financial solutions that align with their values while ensuring convenience and high service standards.' Designed to cater to the diverse financial needs of individuals and businesses, the Al Musannah branch provides a full suite of Islamic banking products and services. From everyday banking solutions to specialised financing and investment opportunities, the branch is equipped to support customers with modern and efficient services in the welcoming environment. As part of its customer-first approach, Muzn is committed to combining physical branch accessibility with seamless digital solutions. The bank continues to enhance its online and mobile banking capabilities, ensuring customers have secure and convenient access to their financial needs, whether in-branch or on-the-go. For more information about Muzn's branches, products, and services, visit or contact the Muzn Call Centre at 24770001.