Director of the Diplomatic Institute
H.E. Dr. Abdulaziz bin Mohamed Al-Horr
Academic Qualifications
- 1990B.Sc. in Chemistry and BiologyQatar University – Qatar
- 1993Master's in EducationFlorida – USA
- 1996Ph.D. in Science EducationDurham University – United Kingdom
Professional Experience
- 1991 – 1998 Professor of Science Education, teaching curriculum and teaching strategies Qatar University
- 1999 – 2002 Assistant Undersecretary for Planning and Curriculum Development Ministry of Education
- 2003 – 2007 Director of the Arab Educational Training Center for GCC States Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States
- 2007 – 2012 Director of Al Jazeera Media Training Center and Director of the Corporate Development Bureau Al Jazeera Network
- 2012 – 2018 Chief Executive Officer Qatar Finance and Business Academy
- 2018Current Director of the Diplomatic Institute Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Consultancy and Training
Throughout his career, he has also worked as a consultant and professional trainer for organisations across the GCC region, including:
- Qatar: Qatar Foundation, Supreme Council of Education, Qatar University, Qatar Petroleum, Qatar Museums Authority.
- Saudi Arabia: King Saud University, King Khalid University, Imam Mohammad bin Saud Islamic University, Bank Albilad, Jeddah Chamber of Commerce, Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States.
- UAE: Zayed University, Higher Colleges of Technology, Zayed Charity Institute, Abu Dhabi Council for Economic Development.
- Bahrain: Economic Development Board, Ministry of Information, Ministry of Education.
- Kuwait: Ministry of Education, Arab Educational Research Centre, College of Applied Sciences.
- Oman: Ministry of Education.
His consultancy covered a wide range of topics, from organisational structure, strategic planning and strategy execution to leading think-tank processes for re-engineering systems.
Core Strengths
- Strategy ManagementSupporting organisations in defining strategy and managing its execution across all functions.
- Organisational DevelopmentManaging structures, systems, policies and business processes so organisations can adapt to challenges and change.
- Project ManagementLeading and managing projects.
- Change ManagementSupporting individuals and organisations in moving to a desired future state, such as adopting new innovations or ways of working.
- Corporate SystemsDefining and managing the systems needed to run a business smoothly and efficiently, including LMS and ERP systems.
Core Skills
- Leadership and communication
- Planning and organisation
- Research and analysis
- Workshop facilitation
- Creative thinking
Publications
He has published more than 20 books and articles, including:
- School of the Future
- Creative Learning 3–11, edited by Anna Craft (in English)
- Education, Development and Renaissance
- Leadership for the School of the Future
- Policy Making in a Transformative State: The Case of Qatar
- Leadership Toolkit
- Strategic Planning Toolkit
- Self-Assessment Toolkit
- Student's Voice Toolkit
- Professional Development Toolkit
Programmes Founded and Authored
- First Step Programme – Qatar Foundation
- Tomorrow's Leaders Academy Programme
Board Memberships
- Board Member, Social Development Center (Qatar Foundation)
- Board Member, Social Rehabilitation Center (Supreme Council for Family Affairs)
- Chairman, Qatar National Volunteer Award Committee
- Member, WISE Award Jury (2015 – present)
- Member, Sidra Advisory Committee (2016 – present)
- Board Member, Eid Humanitarian Award
National Strategies
As Chief Consultant for the Supreme Council for Family Affairs, he led the development of:
- National Youth Strategy
- National Women Strategy
- National Family Strategy
Other Contributions
- Played a key role in positioning Al Jazeera Media Training Center on the international media map
- Led the development of an ERP system, from briefing to award
Awards
- State Incentive Award in Education
- Ali Bin Abdulla International Award