Who initiated the idea of academics and how easy it has been?
Kamal: Basically, it was my idea to pursue an MBA degree to help me grow in my career. Heba, who was a house wife at that time liked the program Westford was offering . Its Heba, who insisted on registration but I had to postpone my decision for a later date due to my work load.
How did you find out about Westford and what prompted you to join us?
Kamal: found the leaflet in Gulfnews paper. I loved the reasonable cost and the flexibility in the program that suits a working professionl and an house wife with children, we were even more convinced when we visited the campus.
Ms. Heba, how did you manage a family and full-time course? Any tips you wish to share?
Heba: Honestly, it’s not easy at all to manage both studies and the house at the same time. However, a proper time management will make the impossible possible, little help from my husband and kids made my journey even more excited. My advise to all is that, “Don’t leave your goals, don’t surrender your dreams and think about the results not the efforts”.
Mr. Kamal, you work takes a major share of your day. How manageable do you think, it is for a working professional to pursue an MBA. Did Ms. Heba inspire and encourage you anytime.
Kamal: Well, Heba encouraged me all the time reminding me with the positive effect of the MBA for my professional growth, her persistence inspired me and gave me a big push forward. Studying while working is not easy ,however time management, organizing and a little adjustments here and there will make it manageable. Also, being in a group of wonderful colleagues and the competitive atmosphere kept me going to pursue my goal.
Now that you both have graduated, please share your learning experience at Westford University and future plans
Kamal : We both had a wonderful learning experience with Westford University College, we will recommend it to anyone seeking good education which is flexible and reasonable. Currently we are excited about putting our second son through university, Heba is actively seeking a career and is interested to pursue an MBA and my aim is to continue my education journey by enrolling for a PhD.
Mr. Kamal Al Shakshir (MBA) &
Ms. Heba Taha (BABM)
University of Wolverhampton Alumnus