Doha, May 25 (QNA) - In a new step that reflects Qatar's leadership in developing the sports system and fostering innovation across its various fields, the Qatar Olympic Academy has launched its agenda of courses and programs for June.

The agenda features a comprehensive package of specialized training programs targeting leaders, professionals, and practitioners in the sports sector, aimed at enhancing their efficiency and strengthening their capabilities in line with the latest international standards.

Through these programs, the Academy continues its pivotal role as a leading educational platform in the region, combining academic qualification with practical training, and focusing on global trends such as digital transformation, sports institution management, and human resource development. This reflects its commitment to the vision of the Qatar Olympic Committee in building qualified human capital capable of steering the sports sector toward a sustainable future.

The Academy will open its June program with a distinctive course titled "Generative AI for Leaders in Sports", held on June 3-4 in collaboration with Google Cloud. This initiative underscores the Academy's commitment to integrating advanced technology into the development of sports and administrative performance.

The course aims to equip leaders and decision‑makers in sports institutions with practical knowledge and strategic vision to understand and leverage generative AI technologies, now considered among the most important tools of digital transformation worldwide.

Key topics include: Using AI in sports data analysis; Enhancing fan experience; Supporting decision‑making; and Driving innovation within sports institutions.

Participants will also be prepared to sit for Google's "Generative AI for Leaders" certification exam, a prestigious international credential that adds significant value to the career paths of professionals in leadership, management, and innovation, giving them a competitive edge in the evolving sports labor market.

The course is expected to attract leading figures from the Qatar Olympic Committee, the Ministry of Sports and Youth, private academies, clubs, federations, and technology enthusiasts - particularly as the global trend accelerates toward harnessing AI in sports performance, management, and marketing.  

From June 7-11, the Academy will organize a course titled "Principles of the Olympic Movement in the Sports System - Management 1", in collaboration with Olympic Solidarity of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

This course forms part of the qualifying pathway for the Academy's annual Diploma in Sports and Olympic Institution Management, officially accredited by the IOC, reflecting the program's quality and international significance.

Delivered by Dr. Suleiman Al‑Balushi, academic and sports management expert from Oman, the five‑day intensive program will cover foundational topics essential to understanding the Olympic Movement, including: History of the Olympic Movement from inception to modern development; Hosting the Olympic Games and bid submission mechanisms; IOC structure and its committees (e.g., Anti‑Doping, Fair Play); Role of international federations and their coordination with national federations; Olympic values of excellence, respect, and friendship, and their application in sports work; and Organizing the Olympic Games, including delegations, organizing committees, Olympic Village requirements, and logistical preparations.

This course offers sports professionals a valuable opportunity to understand the institutional framework of the Olympic Movement and acquire managerial skills that enhance organizational performance.  

The Academy will conclude its June program with the third module of the Diploma in Sports and Olympic Institution Management, held June 22-25, under the title "Human Resource Management in Sports and Olympic Institutions."

This module addresses one of the most critical challenges facing sports institutions: managing human capital, the most influential factor in achieving success and sustainability.

Key topics include: Structuring HR management: organizational design, roles, and responsibilities; Developing HR strategies and long‑term plans aligned with institutional goals; Recruitment, motivation, talent acquisition, and retention through effective incentive systems; Training and development programs to enhance staff efficiency; and Leadership skills development and empowering leaders to manage teams for optimal performance.

This program extends the Academy's series of specialized initiatives designed to prepare new generations of leaders capable of managing sports institutions according to global best practices.

Commenting on the launch, Executive Director of the Qatar Olympic Academy, Khalil Ibrahim Al Jaber, stated: "The June agenda reflects our commitment to offering high‑quality programs that keep pace with global developments in sports, Olympic, and administrative fields, while meeting the needs of professionals in this vital sector.

"We believe that investing in human capital is the foundation of excellence. That is why we design training programs that combine academic knowledge with practical application, in collaboration with prestigious international partners such as the IOC and Google Cloud. We pay special attention to future‑oriented fields, foremost among them artificial intelligence, which has become a cornerstone in advancing sports work at both the administrative and performance levels.

"Through these initiatives, we aim to empower sports and administrative leaders with the skills needed to embrace digital transformation. We are confident these programs will help prepare a new generation of leaders capable of developing sports institutions and strengthening Qatar's position as a global hub for sports and sports education."

He added: "With this comprehensive June agenda, the Qatar Olympic Academy reaffirms its ongoing commitment to developing human capital in the sports sector, offering pioneering programs that blend Olympic tradition with modern innovation.

We expect strong participation from diverse groups within Qatar and abroad, given the rich content and genuine professional development opportunities these programs provide. In doing so, the Academy continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of sports in Qatar and the region through investment in knowledge, strengthening partnerships, and keeping pace with the latest global trends." (QNA)