The Institute of Consulting Research and Studies at Umm Al-Qura University held a scientific workshop entitled, "The Future of Consultations in Light of the National Vision 2030", which particularly targets the owners of the expertise offices.

The Dean of the Institute of Consulting Research and Studies, Dr. Ali bin Muhammad Al-Sha`iri, welcomed the audience and gave a presentation about Umm Al-Qura Oasis for Consultation. He also outlined the most important aspirations about the future of consultations at UQU which will upgrade the services of the expertise offices.

Next, the Institute's Vice Dean for Business Development and Implementation, Dr. Abdul-Rahman Majrashi, reviewed the significant statistics, powers and procedures of these offices, in addition to the most important statistics of the beneficiaries of the consultation services.

After that, a panel discussion was held under the title, "Challenges and Possibilities of the Consulting Services at Umm Al-Qura Oasis for Consultation". The panel was presented by the advisers of the Consultation Research and Studies Institute, Dr. Suhail Bajamal and Dr. Sumayyah Sharaf.

Dr. Ali Al-Sha`iri lauded the continuous support extended by His Excellency Prof. Abdullah bin Omar Bafail, President of the UQU, to the institute and its activities. He also praised the boundless support of the UQU Vice President for Development and Entrepreneurship, Dr. Hani bin Othman Ghazi, praying to Allah, the Almighty, to grant everyone more guidance and success.