University Diploma in Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR): Focus on HEOR Practices in the MENA Region Faculty of Medicine Higher Institute of Public Health (ISSP) In collaboration with CCHO usj.edu.lb/issp issp@usj.edu.lb +961 (1) 421 270

The Diploma in Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) is one of the first academic programs specifically designed for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. It provides a practical introduction to how healthcare systems evaluate treatments, measure health outcomes, and make evidence-based decisions.

This 10-month hybrid program is designed for professionals in public health, pharmaceutical industries, and healthcare provider organizations, who want to build expertise in HEOR.

The 36-credit program includes 6-modules covering key HEOR concepts and their application in global healthcare systems, with particular emphasis on the structure and challenges of MENA healthcare markets. Courses are delivered asynchronous online, complemented by live online sessions and one in-person workshop for practical learning and networking.

The program is delivered by international and regional experts, and developed in collaboration with the Center of Clinical, Health Economics, and Outcomes Research (CCHO) to support career advancement and healthcare innovation in the region.

Master in Translation Faculty of Languages and Translation (FDLT) School of Translators and Interpreters of Beirut (ETIB) usj.edu.lb/etib etib@usj.edu.lb +961 (1) 421 552

Will artificial intelligence replace translators, or will it redefine their role? At ETIB, the Master in Translation turns this question into an opportunity. Rather than preparing students for a disappearing profession, the program trains a new generation of multilingual professionals capable of leading the future of communication. Their work not only responds to the needs of today’s global market; it also contributes to enriching Large Language Models (LLMs) with Arabic content, ensuring that the language, culture, and knowledge of the Arab world are represented in the digital future.

Grounded in linguistic agility, cultural intelligence, and strategic thinking, the program opens doors to a wide ecosystem of careers that extend far beyond traditional translation. Graduates pursue careers in tech companies, language industries, international organizations, diplomatic institutions, audiovisual media, publishing houses, communication and advertising agencies, financial and legal institutions, and many other fields. They also assume emerging roles in the digital language era as knowledge architects, multilingual content strategists, conversational designers, and language engineers.

At ETIB, translators do not compete with machines; they teach them how humanity speaks.

Training Today to Better Guide Tomorrow: USJ Serving Education in Lebanon

In a context marked by numerous educational challenges in Lebanon, Saint Joseph University of Beirut (USJ) reaffirms its ongoing commitment to supporting the development of the education sector and assisting Lebanese schools. Through a joint initiative led by the Student Information and Orientation Office, the Professional Training Center (CFP), and the Higher Institute of Social Work (ESTS), USJ launched an innovative training program entitled: “Connected Counselors: Reinventing Student Orientation with AI.”

Delivered free of charge and in person at the South Lebanon Campus (CLS) – R.F. André Mass, s.j. on January 27 and 29, 2026, and at the Humanities Campus (CSH) on February 10 and 12, 2026, the training targeted orientation counselors and secondary cycle coordinators. It brought together more than 67 participants from 40 schools, reflecting a clear ambition: to equip local education professionals with practical tools and offer them concrete opportunities for professional development, despite current constraints. This training covered the themes of the Artificial Intelligence in the service of orientation as well as preserving the human relationship with students, while respecting their individuality

This comprehensive approach reflects a strong belief: AI does not replace the human being but enhances their expertise.

An Initiative in Support of Lebanese Schools
By offering this training free of charge and primarily targeting Lebanese schools, USJ reaffirms its commitment: serving society. It provides orientation counselors with a valuable opportunity to develop skills aligned with future tools, while strengthening the quality of support offered to students.

Supporting Students Toward Their Future: Orientation and Hope

In these particularly difficult times that our country is going through, the Student Information and Orientation Office (SIO) of USJ stands alongside students more than ever.

Even in times of crisis and uncertainty, we remain fully committed to supporting young people in their reflections and future choices. Choosing a program, shaping one’s academic path, and preparing for a career remain essential steps that deserve careful thought and guidance, regardless of the circumstances.

The SIO remains available to support you, whether remotely or in person. Online orientation sessions are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. via Zoom during the month of March. These sessions allow students to learn about academic programs, scholarships and financial aid, student life, as well as admission requirements and periods.

Personalized orientation sessions are also available, either online or in person, to support each student in discovering their path.

Our offices also remain open to welcome students who wish to meet with us. Your future deserves to be prepared with confidence and peace of mind.

Appointment of Nassib Nasr to the Board of Directors of Electricité du Liban (EDL) Faculty of Engineering and Architecture (FIA) School of Engineering of Beirut (ESIB) usj.edu.lb/esib secretariat.esib@usj.edu.lb | secretariat2.esib@usj.edu.lb +961 (1) 421 316/7/8

Nassib Nasr joins the Board of Directors of Electricité du Liban.

A civil engineer who graduated from the School of Engineering of Beirut (ESIB) of Saint Joseph University of Beirut (USJ) in 1992, he continued his studies in France, earning a master’s degree in civil engineering from the Center for Advanced Studies in Construction (CHEC) in Paris, followed by a specialized postgraduate diploma in structures and construction methods from Pierre and Marie Curie University (Paris VI).

Since July 2021, Nassib Nasr has been directing the USJ-HDF hospital network as Director General of Hôtel-Dieu de France (HDF). In this role, he oversees the strategy and development of the hospital network in a complex national context marked by successive health and economic crises.

Before joining HDF, he pursued an international career within the Apave Group, where he held the position of Regional Director for the Middle East and Gulf countries.

Alongside his executive responsibilities, he has been actively involved in higher education for over 25 years, particularly at ESIB and the Lebanese Academy of Fine Arts (ALBA).

Article taken from the website: Alumni USJ

The SIO team and representatives from the various USJ institutions during a University Fair at the Collège des Sœurs des Saints Cœurs – Ain Najem

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