CCE-AUK Signs Partnership with GATES Group

Center for Continuing Education (CCE) at AUK signed a strategic partnership agreement with GATES Group, recognizing the need for complementing quality culture in the Kuwaiti healthcare sector through education and accreditation. GATES is a regional growth and development company that helps healthcare organizations and professionals solve problems related to policy, performance, operations, quality, and finance.

This partnership brings together more than two decades of management expertise of GATES and the academic experience of AUK to provide a world-class learning experience for leaders and healthcare professionals who are seeking to advance their skills and knowledge in all healthcare management-related fields.

Commenting on the MOU, AUK president, Dr. Rawda Awwad said, “Our Center for Continuing Education, is committed to providing our adult learners with the best possible learning experiences and preparing them for success in their careers. Signing an MOU with GATES Group is a testament to our commitment to providing our learners with practical experience and exposure to global industry leaders. This partnership will enable us to leverage the expertise and resources of GATES Group to create meaningful opportunities for our learners and help them build the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in today's competitive job market.”

As part of the partnership, GATES will provide industry insights and guidance to help shape the curriculum and ensure that it remains relevant and up-to-date, as well as offer networking opportunities and access to their extensive network of industry professionals, giving students the chance to connect with multi-national experts in the field.

The professional education programs offered through this partnership will be the Diploma in Healthcare Management & Leadership (approved by PAAET), Certified Accreditation Surveyor (accredited by ISQua-EEA), Healthcare Business & Entrepreneurship, in addition to other programs designed to meet the evolving needs of healthcare industry professionals, with a focus on practical, real-world knowledge and skills.

CCE director, Nehal ElShafei, commented on the significance of this partnership, “Kuwait's healthcare system has huge capabilities in terms of highly qualified doctors, technology infrastructure, and facilities, which can contribute to a healthy country all through effective and evidence-based management. By establishing a professional school of healthcare management, we are aiming to enhance the healthcare system in Kuwait through quality education and accreditation. The healthcare sector in Kuwait is undergoing reforms and our mission is to equip leaders with the right capabilities to lead the change. We believe that together we can make a great difference!”

High quality healthcare with holistic and integrated services with an open and collaborative approach is a paramount goal of various healthcare institutions in Kuwait. While they thrive on providing excellent patient-centered medical experience with several specialties and supporting services, the pursuit of advancing quality towards an international standard with its system and people has become imperative.

Cce-auk signs partnership with gates group

AUK president, Dr. Rawda Awwad; and GATES founder & managing partner, Dr. Adel Oleik signing the MOU

Cce-auk signs partnership with gates group