Excellence is an art acquired through training
and habit. We do not act rightly because we are virtuous or excellent, but
rather we become virtuous and excellent because we act rightly. What defines us
is what we repeatedly do. Therefore, excellence is not an act but a habit.
About the College
Founded in 1985, the College of Business and Economics (CBE) at Qatar University has over 5,500 students in undergraduate and graduate programs. Building on almost 40 years of providing business education, we proudly offer innovative and experiential majors in Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Economics, Management and Management Information Systems, as well as minors in Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship, and Taxation. The CBE's future-facing programs are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), and its MBA program is ranked the second best in the Middle East and Africa Region in the QS Global MBA Rankings 2024, enabling it to transform its students into professional graduates that are sought-after by employers in Qatar and around the world.
Vision
To lead regionally in providing business education and conducting research that advance sustainable development and create a positive societal impact.
Mission
To produce competent and socially responsible graduates committed to make a positive impact in their organizations and communities. We develop innovative solutions to business and societal challenges in Qatar and beyond through applied research and industry collaborations.
Core Values
Aligned with its vision and mission statements, the CBE is committed to seven core values that are crucial to achieving its strategic goals:
• Integrity – as the guidance in all our activities
• Collegiality – as a fundamental principle that governs our behaviors.
• Respect – as the bond with which we value inclusion, diversity, and local culture.
• Excellence – as a driver for teaching, research, and services
• Innovation –as an imperative for intellectual curiosity, creativity and change
• Sustainability – as a core principle that guides our business practices and promotes equity, ethics, and the welfare of our communities.
• Engagement – as the manifestation of full involvement with our stakeholders