29 September - 1 October 2026
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The Arena, Riyadh | Saudi Arabia.
Rana Khan
Assistant Professor, School of Business - Canadian College Kuwait
Ms. Rana Khan is an assistant professor, a dynamic academic leader with a distinguished career in curriculum design, higher education, and interdisciplinary teaching. Having served as Academic Chair at the School of Foundation and General Education, she brings over two decades of experience in business, language education, and general studies. With a robust foundation in English literature and an MBA, Rana seamlessly integrates pedagogical innovation with real-world relevance. She has designed and implemented outcome-based curricula and intensive English programs tailored for diploma-level success, while championing inclusive, student-centered learning environments. A certified teacher trainer and President of TEFL Kuwait, Rana is deeply committed to faculty development and continuous professional growth. Her contributions span local and international academic forums, underlining her expertise in educational leadership and blended learning. As a lifelong learner and doctoral researcher at the University of Bath, she remains devoted to transformative education that empowers learners and strengthens institutional teaching practices.
Speaker Sessions
Leaders in Education
1499
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Strategic Positioning for Excellence: Building Long-Term Recognition and Resilience in Higher Education
Session Summary:
In an increasingly competitive higher education landscape, institutions must develop comprehensive strategies that ensure both immediate relevance and long-term sustainability. This strategic session explores how universities can position themselves for enduring recognition while building organisational resilience to navigate demographic shifts, technological disruption, and changing student expectations. Participants will examine successful transformation case studies and develop frameworks for strategic decision-making that balance tradition with innovation. The session addresses academic program optimisation, research excellence, industry partnerships, and stakeholder engagement strategies that create lasting competitive advantages. Join this session to:
• Develop strategic positioning frameworks that differentiate your university in competitive markets while building sustainable competitive advantages
• Build organisational resilience that enables institutions to thrive through demographic changes, economic uncertainty, and technological disruption
• Optimise academic portfolio and research initiatives with market demands while maintaining academic excellence and mission alignment
• Strengthen stakeholder engagement that support institutional growth and reputation
