Doha, September 05 (QNA) - In collaboration with the Olympic Solidarity of the International Olympic Committee, Qatar Olympic Academy (QOA) concluded the course on the Principles of the Olympic Movement in the Sports System "Management 1," which the academy holds as part of a series of sports management programs accredited by the International Olympic Committee on a regular basis throughout the year.

The course lasted for five days from September 1st to 5th, with the participation of nearly 30 students from both inside and outside Qatar, who belong to various sports, administrative, technical, and specialized fields.

It is considered the first preparatory stage for the Diploma Program in Sports and Olympic Management, which the academy holds every year. It sees a significant turnout from students interested in administrative work in the sports field, both from within Qatar and abroad. Many sports leaders in the region, particularly in the Gulf Cooperation Council, have graduated from this program.

The course was presented by Vice President of the Omani School Sports Federation, Professor Hisham Al-Adwani, who is also the Director of the Sports Management Diploma Program at the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and an international lecturer in sports management accredited by the International Olympic Committee.

The course tackled several topics, primarily the founding of the Olympic movement and the modern Olympic Games (Olympic history); Olympic symbols, the Olympic Charter, and Olympic values; management skills and the steps to develop administrative and sports personnel; and planning and resource management in sports institutions It is worth mentioning that this course is considered the first qualifying part of the Sports Management Diploma program. QOA will also offer the second qualifying course titled "Modern Management for Olympic Sports Institutions" in mid-October. This course will cover several relevant topics, primarily focusing on management skills in the sports field, such as the benefits of good communication and effective interaction, as well as managing the work environment, time management in sports institutions, and the importance of time management. Other key topics will include technical management, event and activity management, as well as human resources management. (QNA)