SDG 08: Decent Work and Economic Growth
UDST receives ‘Great Place to Work’ recognition for the third consecutive year
MAY 2025
The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) has been certified as a Great Place to Work® for the third consecutive year. The recognition follows an independent evaluation by Great Place to Work® Middle East, including anonymous employee surveys and assessment of organizational practices. This certification reflects UDST’s commitment to fostering a transparent, inclusive, and innovative workplace. Employees benefit from professional development opportunities, international conference participation, and health and wellness initiatives, including recognition as a FISU Healthy Campus Platinum Label recipient. The certification highlights UDST’s dedication to cultivating talent, promoting excellence, and supporting a collaborative and empowering work environment.
Najah Qatari platforms youth-led initiatives and empowerment
MAY 2025
The 2025 edition of Najah Qatari concluded at the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST), bringing together youth institutions, universities, innovators, and community initiatives from across Qatar. The two-day event aimed to empower Qatari youth, showcase their success stories, and promote creativity, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. Activities included forums such as the Qatar Scientific Club Forum, Entrepreneurs and Youth Forum, and Marine Environment Forum, alongside exhibitions of student projects, interactive competitions, and presentations. Notable projects recognized included those highlighting heritage, identity, and social impact. Najah Qatari serves as a platform to nurture a conscious, creative, and proactive generation, contributing to Qatar National Vision 2030.
GTA awareness booth at UDST aims to attract national talent
SEPTEMBER 2025
The General Tax Authority (GTA) organized an interactive awareness booth at the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) to engage students and graduates in computing, IT, and business fields. The booth provided insights into the GTA’s functions, scholarship programs, and career opportunities, encouraging students to explore taxation as a promising career path. The initiative also highlighted the Authority’s commitment to innovation, professional development, and national talent empowerment in alignment with Qatar’s sustainable economic goals.
UDST Student Among 2025 IOSH Student Bursary Recipients
APRIL 2025
Chanille Calado, an Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment student at UDST, has been spotlighted internationally for her passion and leadership in workplace safety. Awarded the prestigious IOSH bursary, Chanille is recognized for her commitment to advancing occupational health and safety standards, both in Qatar and beyond. With hands-on experience as a student mentor at UDST’s Advanced Writing Center, a trainee at Siemens Qatar, and a volunteer at the FIFA World Cup 2022, Chanille brings a unique perspective to the field. Her shift from healthcare to OSH was driven by a deep belief: preventing workplace hazards is as vital as treating illness. With this opportunity, Chanille aims to become a leader who shapes safer, more respectful work environments. UDST celebrates her as a shining example of its mission in action.
SDG aligned Projects
2025
1. Impact of Effective Talent Management on Economic Sustainability in Transitioning Economies: The Case of Qatar’s Financial Services Sector
UDST proudly launches the business incubator UHUB to promote Economic Growth in Qatar
JANUARY 2024
University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) launched UHUB, a business incubator designed to empower students by turning innovative ideas into reality. In collaboration with DMZ, a leading tech incubator from Toronto Metropolitan University, UHUB aims to foster entrepreneurship within UDST’s community. The incubator focuses on monetizing applied research, commercializing capstone projects, and leveraging intellectual property. UHUB offers workshops on marketing, scaling, and pitching, alongside valuable networking opportunities with mentors and investors. Its flexible, non-cohort based approach ensures inclusivity and personalized support, including project analytics and evaluations. The facility, located in Building 5, provides students with a dynamic space for collaboration and innovation. Dr. Salem Al-Naemi, President of UDST, expressed excitement about nurturing students into future entrepreneurs, while Abdullah Snobar, Executive Director of DMZ, highlighted the incubator’s role in helping young innovators turn ideas into successful businesses. UHUB is a key part of UDST’s commitment to applied learning and entrepreneurship and focusing on SDG8.
UDST Receives “Great Place to Work®” Recognition for the Second Consecutive Year.
MARCH 2024
University of Doha for Science and Technology has been certified as a Great Place to Work for the second consecutive year after a thorough and independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work® Middle East. The certification recognizes employers who create an outstanding employee experience. It is attained by completing a two-step evaluation process which includes an anonymous employee survey and a thorough questionnaire about the workforce.
The survey, which was completed by UDST employees, measures the respondent’s attitudes towards various aspects of the work culture such as respect, communication and leadership behavior. The organization’s score is determined by the employees’ feedback and independent analysis; hence the certification helps job seekers identify which institutions genuinely have a great culture. It also gives employers a recruiting advantage by providing a globally recognized and research-backed verification of great employee experience.
