Fakhriya Al Zadjali's UK study experience

Fakhriya AlZadjali, E-tourism head at Ministry of Tourism, Oman is an arrived person now. After many years of study in NewcastleUniversity, UK was a life-changing experience for Fakhriya Al Zadjali.

The study programme, MSc E-Business and Information Systems, has opened up new business perspectives in her. Unleashing an array of e-initiatives with Oman Government, she proves that her study was a fruitful journey.

Fakhriya Al Zadjali is now a part-time lecturer at Modern College of Business and Science also Her research interest and knowledge covers e-business, e-marketing, e-tourism and e-governance. Fakhriya Al Zadjai has a rich hands-on of 15 years in the IT sector of the Oman Government. Read her interview:

What did you do before you came to Newcastle?

I was working for ministry of tourism in Oman in the IT department as e-tourism head section.

Why did you choose Newcastle University?

Newcastle University is ranked among the top 30 good universities in the UK according to the TIMES GOOD UNIVERSITY GUIDE. Additionally, I was captured by the prompt reply and smooth application process.

What did you like the most about your degree?

I found the environment stimulating and the tutors were very supportive.

Were the knowledge and skills gained useful when looking for a job?

Although I already have a job, I was facing the problem of the lack of the business perspective being with IT background only. Thus, the knowledge and skills gained helped me to bridge this gap as the modules delivered covered both perspectives. Additionally, other skills were gained such as team working, time management, and communication skills.

What do you do now? How's that relevant to your EBIS degree?

Now I am perusing my PhD at Newcastle University, my research focuses on electronic tourism in Oman. The knowledge gained from the EBIS degree led me to wonder about the potential that e-business will have on the Tourism sector on my country. Stemmed from this I decide to peruse my PhD in this area.

Would you recommend Newcastle (the city) to your friends?

Newcastle for me was the best choice as it is a lovely city and not to mention that it is a cheaper and safer place compared to other cities in the UK. I would definitely recommend Newcastle to my friends.

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