SDG 08: Decent Work and Economic Growth

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.