The MBA curriculum at Westford includes a series of workshops designed to enhance essential knowledge and critical skills, which are vital for succeeding in the 21st century. Our wide range of workshops form the backbone of any serious career strategy by ensuring that MBA graduates are prepared to meet the challenges of the competitive global business environment.
On July 6th, 2024, Westford hosted an exclusive Research Boot Camp, tailored for Abertay University UK MBA students at the Al Zahia Campus. The primary objective of this event was to empower students and unlock their research capabilities. The boot camp featured informative sessions, delving into diverse facets of research and its practical applications in the business realm. The initial session, led by Dr. Renaldo De Jager, Assistant Dean, centered on “Unleashing Research Potential in Your Company.” This segment emphasized the significance of choosing a compelling research topic aligned with students’ career goals and areas of expertise. Dr. Renaldo highlighted the value of research in forensically analyzing the type of benefits that employees truly value and restructuring your employee value proposition to allow the flexibility to include these.
In the subsequent session, titled “Identifying Research Gaps in Industry,” Dr. Rasha Aladine, a distinguished DBA alumna, shared insights. She explored the methodology of pinpointing research gaps within an industry, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive research to identify areas lacking existing knowledge or solutions. Participants gained insights into recognizing and leveraging these gaps as opportunities for further research. The session incorporated case studies and practical examples, illustrating how identifying research gaps can pave the way for groundbreaking innovations and a competitive edge.
Leadership and team building play a vital role in the success of any organization. The third segment of the Boot Camp, concentrating on this pivotal aspect, was led by Prof. Alan Lukose, Senior Faculty. Designed to be both enjoyable and informative, the session sought to elevate participants’ leadership abilities and promote teamwork. Through a series of interactive activities and group exercises, participants gained insights into effective leadership strategies and the significance of cultivating robust and unified teams.
The Research Boot Camp emerged as an extremely enlightening and advantageous endeavor for its attendees. The diverse array of topics, spanning the significance of research in the business realm to hands-on research methodologies and leadership competencies, provided participants with valuable insights. This experience afforded participants a more profound comprehension of how research acts as a catalyst for innovation and plays a pivotal role in steering their companies toward success.
