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Study-tour to Maihan Steel Mill - Kabul

Steel production is one of the most significant industries of a country. Most of today’s advanced nations have had speedy economic growth after they have established the steel industry. This has been the case with both South Korea and Taiwan. The establishment of such important industry in Afghanistan is challenging on one hand and promising on the other. On Wednesday, November 15, 2023, the Department of Business Administration (BBA) arranged an academic tour to Maihan Steel Mill, one of the first steel manufacturers in the country, so that the students of business and economics could see the methods of managing steel companies and comprehend the important role of steel industry in the economic development of the country. After the students toured the production chain and other facilities of the factory, the leadership of Maihan Steel Mill, sat with them for the lunch. They explained the importance of steel industry for Afghanistan’s rebuilding efforts and encouraged the students to pursue their education with interest and enthusiasm. “Since the country is moving towards development and there is need for a young and bright cadre to lead the rebuilding efforts,” said Dr. Sayed Abdul Moiz, Al-Taqwa University’s Dean for the Faculty of Economics.At the end of the tour, Dr. Abdul Moiz thanked Maihan Steel’s external relations representative (Mr. Hamid Fazly) for the hospitality and his sincere cooperation in facilitation of the visit.   Towards a Promising Future…     

Faculty of Economics Arranges a Study-tour to Omaid Bahar Production Company, Kabul Afghanistan

The Faculty of Economics at Al-Taqwa University arranged a study tour to Omaid Bahar milk and juice Production Company located in the capital Kabul on Wednesday, November 01, 2023, to help students understand the production process, raw materials, recycling process, and quality of customer satisfaction. Dr. Sayed Abdul Moiz, Dean for the Faculty of Economics, Mr. Arif Ullah Shinwari, Head of Banking and Finance Department, Haji Abdul Rahman, Company Deputy Director and Production Process Engineer of Omaid Bahar Production Company accompanied students on this tour. The primary purpose of the study tour was as follows: Student's capacity development Understanding the production process of a food production company Understanding the key responsibilities of employees towards sustainability Understanding  corporate social responsibility (CSR) of companies Society and clean environment Understanding the role of industrialists toward clean and sustainable development Role of government bodies towards sustainability Mechanism and different techniques that could support environmental sustainability Student's responsibilities toward the developed, clean and smooth environment Al-Taqwa University recognizes achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG4: Quality Education, as one of the key objectives for students' future success and the community. Sustainability is a priority for AU, reflecting everything from understanding the fundamentals of sustainability to knowing advance cutting-edge research to ensure future success. To read more about sustainability initiatives at Al-Taqwa University, please visit: https://www.altaqwa.edu.af/sustainability      

Study-tour to Khan Steel Manufacturing Company

Steel production is one of the most significant industries of a country. Most of today’s advanced nations have had speedy economic growth after they have established the steel industry. This has been the case with both South Korea and Taiwan. The establishment of such important industry in Afghanistan is challenging on one hand and promising on the other. On November 01, 2023, the Department of Business Administration (BBA) arranged an academic tour to Khan Steel Mill, one of the first steel manufacturers in the country, so that the students of business and economics could see the methods of managing steel companies and comprehend the important role of steel industry in the economic development of the country. After the students toured the production chain and other facilities of the factory, the leadership of Khan Steel Mill, sat with them for a cup of tea. They explained the importance of steel industry for Afghanistan’s rebuilding efforts and encouraged the students to pursue their education with interest and enthusiasm. “Since the country is moving towards development and there is need for a young and bright cadre to lead the rebuilding efforts,” said Dr. Sayed Abdul Moiz, Al-Taqwa University’s Dean for the Faculty of Economics.At the end of the tour, Dr. Abdul Moiz thanked Khan Steel representatives for their cooperation in facilitation of the visit.   Towards a Promising Future…