Report on the Successful Completion of Innovatia 2025
Department of Business Studies
Report on the Successful Completion of Innovatia 2025
The College of Economics and Business Administration at UTAS–Ibra successfully hosted the 6th edition of INNOVATIA on Monday, April 14, 2025, marking another significant milestone in fostering intercollegiate collaboration and student innovation across Oman. The event took place from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the UTAS–Ibra campus. This year’s Innovatia brought together students from 10 Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across the Sultanate, who showcased their talents in a competitive yet collaborative environment. The festival aimed to enhance critical thinking, creativity, and analytical prowess among undergraduate students through a suite of curated events:
Highlights of the Event
Students developed AI-powered green technology solutions tackling global sustainability challenges such as renewable energy, smart cities, and waste management.
Participants presented well-researched investment portfolios based on stocks from the Muscat Stock Exchange, showcasing their analytical and financial decision-making skills.
Teams designed digital posters illustrating the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence on Human Resources practices.
An on-the-spot marketing strategy competition, where students responded to real-world business cases with innovative go-to-market strategies.
Inaugural and Remarks
The day began with reception and registration at 9:00 AM, followed by a welcome address by Dr. Habiba Al-Mughairi, Head of the Business Studies Department, who highlighted the importance of such programs in enriching academic environments and fostering practical learning. Dr. G. Ramesh, Head of Section for Accounting and Finance, provided a comprehensive briefing on the day’s events, outlining the objectives, judging criteria, and the significance of each competition in fostering practical learning and interdisciplinary thinking among students.
Awarding Ceremony
The event concluded with a formal awarding and felicitation ceremony, graced by esteemed dignitaries including Honourable Dr. Shamsa Al-Sheibani (Guest of Honour), Dr. Hafedh Said Abdullah Al-Rahbi, Dr. Abdullah Khalfan Al-Azri, and Dr. Habiba Al-Mughairi. Dr. Abdullah Khalfan Al-Azri, Deputy of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, emphasized how events like Innovatia play a crucial role in enhancing students’ skills, innovativeness, and real-world readiness. Honourable Dr. Shamsa delivered an inspiring address, igniting the students to strive for greater academic excellence while emphasizing the vital role of Artificial Intelligence and the significance of this competition in preparing students for the future. Prizes were distributed to the winners of each event, and certificates were presented to all participants, recognizing their enthusiasm, innovation, and commitment.
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