City University Qatar and Cisco Networking Academy Partner to Build a Future-Ready Workforce 

 City University Qatar in partnership with Ulster University (CUQ) is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with Cisco Networking Academy, aimed at equipping students with cutting-edge, industry-recognised skills essential for Qatar’s digital transformation. 

Through this partnership, CUQ students will gain hands-on competencies in networking, automation, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data science, and programming, key skill sets that will power Qatar’s growing digital economy. 

Cisco Networking Academy’s mission is to enable a highly skilled workforce that can drive the digital economy, and this aligns perfectly with CUQ’s commitment to preparing graduates who are innovative, resilient, and ready to lead in the digital age. This collaboration ensures that CUQ’s students acquire in-demand, industry-recognised certifications that will enhance their career prospects and directly support workforce competitiveness in the region. 

Professor Faris G. Faris, PhD, President of CUQ, highlighted the importance of bridging academia and industry. “By partnering with Cisco Networking Academy, CUQ is reinforcing its role as a key driver of digital workforce development in Qatar. This initiative strengthens our ability to bridge the gap between education and industry needs, ensuring that students graduate with job-ready, industry-relevant skills.” 

As part of CUQ’s future-focused educational approach, students will benefit from an innovative learning experience that includes an e-learning curriculum, personalised assessments, hands-on labs, and real-world projects designed to develop technical expertise aligned with industry standards. 

Dr. Sheily Verma, Dean of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment at CUQ, further underscored the significance of the partnership. “This collaboration between City University Qatar and Cisco Networking Academy is a major step in bridging the gap between academic learning and industry demands. It will equip students with the latest skills in cybersecurity and computing, preparing them to become the next generation of technology leaders.” 

By investing in digital education today, City University Qatar and Cisco Networking Academy are empowering the workforce of tomorrow, fueling innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic progress in alignment with Qatar’s National Vision 2030.