For ambitious professionals, leadership isn’t just about experience – it’s about having the strategic vision, business acumen and confidence to make impactful decisions. Muneera Al-Mana, a participant in the HEC Paris Executive MBA Emerging Leaders Track in Doha, shares how this transformative program is reshaping her career trajectory and personal growth.
At a Career Crossroad
With five years of experience in the banking sector, Muneera found reached a pivotal moment. Her role in human resources exposed her to critical business concepts that she wanted to master.
“Strong financial and business understanding are pillars of success for any professional aiming to contribute to decision-making,” she reflects.
A recent transition to a projects-focused role broadened her exposure to various departments, highlighting the need to strengthen her financial and strategic expertise. The EMBA program at HEC Paris, with its practical and transferable curriculum, emerged as the perfect solution.
“Pursuing this EMBA gives me the confidence, knowledge, and tools to make a meaningful impact within my organization,” she adds.
What set the program apart? Its practical, real-world curriculum, designed to be applied immediately in professional settings—a key factor that resonated with Muneera.
From Foundation to Transformation
Muneera’s educational journey has been rooted in Qatar Foundation’s (QF) ecosystem, from Qatar Academy to an undergraduate degree in International Politics at Georgetown University. Each experience sharpened her critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
“Growing up in QF’s educational environment instilled a desire for continuous growth ,” she shares. The International Baccalaureate (IB) program at Qatar Academy taught her to think critically and take calculated risks. At Georgetown, she cultivated her analytical mindset and global perspective, preparing her to approach challenges strategically.
“The EMBA program pushes us to think outside the box. It’s not just about acquiring knowledge but transforming it into actionable skills,” she explains, highlighting the parallels between her educational background and the HEC Paris teaching approach.
Advice for Future EMBA Participants
When asked for advice, Muneera emphasizes the importance of applying classroom learning to real-world challenges. “Start your journey with the mindset that every concept you learn has a direct application in your professional or personal life” .
She also highlights the significance of time management and strong support systems: “The EMBA is demanding. Having support at home and work, along witheffective organization skills, will help you make the most of this experience” .
Finally, she stresses the power of networking and collaboration: “You’ll connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion and drive, creating opportunities for mutual growth and lifelong connections.”
A Lifelong Commitment to Growth
For Muneera, the EMBA is more than an academic milestone—it’s part of a lifelong commitment to growth, leadership and impact. Inspired by Qatar Foundation’s ethos and nurtured by HEC Paris’ dynamic curriculum, she is on the path to becoming a transformative leader, ready to shape the future with confidence and purpose.
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