The College of Economics and Business Administration of the University of Technology and Applied Sciences - Salalah has conducted a workshop on The Research Council (TRC) Basics and How to Apply for TRC Proposals through the college level Research and Consultancy Committee.

Dr. Navaneetha Krishnan Rajagopal led the discussion. He explained and detailed the entire TRC research financing procedure using the Research Information Management System (RIMS). He also emphasized the significance of the funding mechanism for research. The goal of this training was to give the university lecturers practical experience with TRC submission. The following university lecturers; Mr. Ricardo Biason, Dr. Ajay Kumar Sharma, Dr. Ali Akaak, Mr. Pavan Kumar, Mr. Arnelito Junio, Mr. Neil Raymond Saletrero, Mr. Praveeth Kurumgott, and Mrs. S. Fazilathunissa, enthusiastically engaged in the conversation throughout this highly substantial training.

On February 9th, 2023, The College of Economics and Business Administration of the University of Technology and Applied Sciences – Salalah recently organized a visit for its university lecturers to attend an exhibit hosted by several companies from numerous industries. The exhibit provided an excellent opportunity for the lecturers to learn about the latest developments and innovations in various fields that can benefit the students. The university lecturers who attended the exhibit were Mr. Ricardo Biason, Dr. Amit Sharma, Mr. Hatem Suwailam, Mrs. M. Saharabanu, Mrs. S. Fazilathunissa, Mrs. S. Wajeeha Syed, Mr. Neil Saletrero, Dr. Navaneetha Krishnan, and Dr. Abdulnazar.N Abdulalnabi.

The exhibit featured companies from different industries, including petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, food technology, healthcare, and manufacturing, etc. Each company had set up a booth to showcase their products and services. The lecturers were able to interact with representatives from these companies, ask questions, and learn more about the products and services on offer.

One of the key benefits of attending this exhibit was that the CEBA-lecturers were able to gain a deeper understanding of the practical applications of the concepts they teach in the classroom. For instance, the lecturers who teach marketing courses were able to learn about the latest marketing strategies and techniques that companies are using to reach their target audience. They were able to see how different marketing channels, such as social media and direct marketing, can be used to engage customers and increase sales.

Similarly, the lecturers who teach accounting courses were able to see different minimum investment capital and financial products of each company work in the real world. They were also able to learn about new financial technologies that can benefit their students and help them prepare for the job market.

The exhibit also provided an opportunity for the lecturers to network with professionals from different industries. They were able to exchange ideas and discuss potential collaborations that can benefit their students. For instance, a lecturer who teaches entrepreneurship courses could collaborate with a startup company to provide their students with real-world experience and mentorship.

Overall, the visit to the exhibit hosted by several companies in numerous industries was a valuable experience for the lecturers at the College of Economics and Business Administration. It helped them stay up to date with the latest developments and innovations in various fields and provided them with practical insights that they can incorporate into their teaching. The experience will undoubtedly benefit the students by preparing them for the ever-changing job market and ensuring they have the skills and knowledge to succeed in their careers.

Listed below are the companies that are part of the exhibit.

• Philex Pharmaceuticals
• Octal Alpek Polyester Business
• The Dunes Oman
• Ocean Experts’ Fisheries
• Apex Transgulf Manufacturing
• Saga LLC
• Bin Hilabi Trading Co. SFZ LLC
• Associated Industries Limited SFZ
• Oman Milkv Products (Dairy) Company SFZCO LLC
• Indulge in Freshness
• High Degrees Smell Fresh
• Carmeuse Majan
• Synergy Corporation (SFZ) LLC
• Arab Industries International LLC
• Al Jood Food
• Algarmani International Company LLC SFZ
• Global Gypsum Board Co. LLC
• Baaqeel Investment & Trading Co.
• Philex Pharmaceuticals

The Research and Consultancy Team of the College of Economics and Business Administration (CEBA) - UTAS has organized a session on “Project Awareness for Staff Supervisors and Students on Graduation/Senior Project Guidelines”. The session was held on February 21, 2023, at 12:00 noon. The resource speaker of the session was, Dr. Ajay Kumar Sharma, Senior Lecturer of Accounting, CEBA, UTAS-Salalah.  The session was part of the Research and Consultancy Team’s series of workshops for graduation / senior project students to help them understand the procedures and assessment criteria to be followed in their projects. Moreover, it will provide them the relevant tools and knowledge to complete their project requirements. 

Dr. Ajay Kumar Sharma focused on the general rules for creating the senior or graduation project, including the duties of the students and the supervisors. The fundamental guidelines and methods for efficiently preparing the project and its contents, including the deadline for submission and completion, were given and explained to the students by him. All project students, as well as their mentors and other members of the Research and Consulting Team, were present for the session.

The Staff Development Committee (SDC) of the College of Economics and Business Administration (CEBA) has planned an introduction workshop to Dr. Mari Anand Navaneetha Krishnan to give the newly hired lecturers an awareness of the continuing processes used at UTAS-Salalah.

The induction program was facilitated by Ms. Seemab Rana, Dr. Navaneetha Krishnan, Dr. Peeyush Dwivedi, Mr. Hatem Suwailam, Mr. Arnelito R. Junio and Dr. Srinivas Tirumala on February 6, 2023.

The first session was facilitated by Ms. Seemab Rana, she presented an overview of the Marks Management System (MMS). Further, he discussed Student Probation, Levels of Probation, Role of Advisor in dealing with Probation Students, Advising the Courses and Preparation of Scenarios.

The next session was on Research Activities and Research and Consultancy Policy, which was facilitated by Dr. Navaneetha Krishnan, he presented a detailed understanding on the essentials of involving as a researcher by the staff members for their professional development.

The subsequent session was on usage of College Information Management System (CIMS) and Academic Record Management System (ARMS), Dr. Peeyush was the facilitator for this session, he explained the usage of the quick links such as Attendance Module, Students Marks Module, My Advisees Module, Incidents Module, and Student Datasheet Module for administering academics.

Further, considering the significance of sensitizing the new staff with the Omani culture, for which Mr. Hatem Suwailam, senior lecturer at UTAS-Salalah, took initiative to elucidate ‘Cultural Sensitivity Awareness’. During this session he focused on the significance of Oman civilization.  Further he emphasized on the appropriate approach in handling different genders with an attention on ethical practices followed by the Omani society, awareness of students’ attitude and appropriate response to their queries, essence of being down-to-earth nature with the students at the same time being affirmative in ensuring following the rules and regulations of the university.

The succeeding session was on usage of e-learning portal and health and safety procedures to be followed at UTAS-Salalah. Mr. Arnelito R. Junio was the facilitator for this session. He elucidated the use of e-learning for providing comprehensive online academic assistance to the students. Also, he presented the do’s and don’ts required in maintaining safety standards at campus.

The last session was on Quality Assurance, the session started with the brief self-introduction delivered by newly joined staff. Subsequently, the felicitator Dr. Srinivas Prasad Tirumala, elucidated the following aspects related to Quality Assurance: Department Action plan, Departmental Committees/Teams/Roles and their Action Plans, Accomplishment Reports, Staff Role in committees/Teams, Department Working plan, Course, Advisor and Committee files, Staff Appraisal, Staff participation in surveys and overview of policies and guiding documents. The session was very comprehensive and informative.

Dr. Mari Anand Navaneetha Krishnan, expressed his appreciation to the SDC committee for familiarizing them with the different systems being followed at UTAS-Salalah.