Doha, Qatar:

The Qatar Olympic Academy has wrapped up its diverse lineup of courses and programs for 2025, encompassing a wide range of sports, administrative, and supporting scientific disciplines aimed at advancing the Olympic and athletic sectors.

The year's agenda culminated with the "Modern Management in Sports Institutions (Management 2)" course, serving as the second qualifying program for participants seeking entry into the Advanced Diploma in Sports and Olympic Institution Management. This annual diploma program, now in its 15th cohort, is set to welcome its 16th group next year.

Organized in partnership with the Saudi Olympic Academy—marking the inaugural collaboration between the two institutions on courses and workshops—the event also received accreditation and support from Olympic Solidarity under the International Olympic Committee. This initiative forms part of an ongoing annual series designed to promote Olympic and sports culture within the community.

Held from November 23 to 27 over five days, the course attracted significant interest from aspiring sports administrators, including participants from Qatar and abroad, as well as sports leaders and athletes from various countries. More than 35 male and female graduates completed the program.

The sessions were led by Professor Hisham Al-Adwani, Director of Sports Management Programs and Olympic Values Education, accredited by the International Olympic Committee. Key topics included essential administrative skills in sports, such as the advantages of effective communication, which enhances efficiency, reduces errors, boosts individual motivation for greater achievements, lowers institutional costs, minimizes operational mistakes, and improves understanding of stakeholder needs.

Additional discussions covered workplace environment management and time management in sports organizations through team meetings involving employees and diverse stakeholders, emphasizing the critical role of time management in achieving success. Other highlights included technical management, event and activity coordination, and human resources administration.

Notably, this course represents the second installment in the qualifying series for the Sports Management Diploma Program. The first part, titled "Principles of the Olympic Movement in the Sports Ecosystem," was hosted by the Academy in May.

The Qatar Olympic Academy is also preparing for the graduation ceremony of the 15th cohort from the Advanced Diploma in Sports and Olympic Institution Management. Since launching its inaugural edition in 2008, the program has produced over 650 male and female graduates.