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Mission, Vision and Strategy

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Vision, Mission, and Core Values

As mindful of the core business of any higher educational institution, MCBS has developed its mission, vision, and core values to play a profound role in achieving the goals of the Sultanate of Oman.

The Mission

The Mission of Modern College of Business and Science is to facilitate learning and growth in knowledge, skills, innovation, and technical know-how that will best serve the community in the 21st Century.

The Vision

To be a prominent institution of higher education in the region

The Core Values

Fair: MCBS encourages equal opportunity, quality, and professionalism
Open: MCBS believes in freedom of expression and academic enquiry
Ethical: MCBS supports ethical and religious values, and endeavors to preserve the Omani heritage.

Strategic pillars

The development process took into account four key perspectives, namely, customers (students, employers, and community), people (faculty, staff, and leadership), finance (sustainability and resource optimization), and operations (processes, technology, and infrastructure) that form the basis for aligning strategic objectives across all areas. Consequently, this balanced approach supported the development of the following key strategic pillars:

Strategic Pillar 1 (SP1)

Student Academic Excellence

Objectives:

  1. Develop and implement industry-relevant, bilingual, and vocational programs.
  2. Align academic programs with national (Vision 2040) and global market trends.
  3. Regularly review and update curricula to meet 21st-century skills demands.

Objectives:

  1. Enhance faculty professional development and teaching methodologies.
  2. Improve online course content, delivery, and assessments.
  3. Ensure the availability of efficient, up-to-date educational resources.

Objectives:

  1. Enhance academic advising, career support, and scholarships.
  2. Improve student accommodation, campus facilities, and extracurricular activities.
  3. Provide part-time work and internship opportunities for students.

Objectives:

  1. Maintain and promote local and international accreditations.
  2. Develop partnerships with leading professional bodies.
  3. Enhance global visibility and reputation of MCBS programs.

Objectives:

  1. Encourage faculty and student research in innovation.
  2. Develop TESOL and CELTA certification programs.
  3. Strengthen alumni involvement in mentorship and advisory roles.

Strategic Pillar 2 (SP2)

Research, Development, and Consultancy

Objectives:

  1. Enhance Faculty Research Support and Development
  2. Establish a Comprehensive Research Mentorship Program

Objectives:

  1. Support the Adoption of Emerging Technologies in Research
  2. Promote Innovation through Internal Research Competitions

Objectives:

  1. Strengthen MCBS Affiliations and Partnerships for Collaborative Research and Consultancy
  2. Expand Regional and International Positioning for Research and Consultancy

Objectives:

  1. Attract External Funding for Research Projects
  2.  Develop Strong Relationships with Funding Agencies

Objectives:

  1. Strengthen Research Ethics and Compliance

Objectives:

  1.  Facilitate Knowledge Transfer between Academia and Industry

Strategic Pillar 3 (SP3)

Faculty and Support Staff

Objectives:

  1. Develop a Comprehensive Faculty and Staff Training Program
  2. Implement a Career Progression Framework with Clear Growth Pathways

Objectives:

  1.  Develop an Employee Engagement and Satisfaction Strategy

Objectives:

  1.  Implement a Performance Evaluation and Development System

Objectives:

  1.  Conduct Market Research to Benchmark Compensation & Benefits

Objectives:

  1.  Develop Tailored Retention Programs

Strategic Pillar 4 (SP4)

Institutional Growth & Global Recognition

Objectives:

  1.  Qualify MCBS to Become a university

Objectives:

  1. Develop a Competitive Edge Strategy Over International Institutions

Objectives:

  1.  Strengthen MCBS’s Regional and International Market Share

Objectives:

  1.  Strengthen Data Utilization for Decision-Making

Objectives:

  1.  Strengthen MCBS’s Involvement in National Education & Policy Discussions

Objectives:

  1. Encourage Innovation and Research Excellence

Strategic Pillar 5 (SP5)

Industry Outreach and Engagement

Objectives:

  1.  Develop and Promote Integrated Consultancy Services
  2.  Leverage Staff and Student Expertise for Industry Support

Objectives:

  1. Engage Public & Private Sectors to Foster Strategic Partnerships

Objectives:

  1.  Build and Promote a Portfolio of Certification Programs
  2.  Offer Professional Development Programs Based on Market Needs

Objectives:

  1.  Review and Revise Academic Programs Based on Industry Trends
  2.  Launch New Programs to Address Emerging Global Trends

MCBS Strategic Pillar Alignment to Oman Vision 2040 priorities

The table below illustrates MCBS key MCBS Objectives, which are under MCBS strategic pillars, with the Oman vision 2040 priorities and strategic directions. This is essential to address the national agenda on impacting focus areas such as education, scientific research, national capabilities, economic diversification, sustainability, labor market, international cooperation.

Modern College of Business and Science

Oman Vision 2040

Institutional Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

To measure the success of the MCBS Strategic Plan, a set of institutional KPIs, as depicted in the figure below, have been defined across key strategic pillars. These KPIs are designed to ensure accountability, tracking progress, and alignment with institutional goals.

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