Muscat, Oman – February 22, 2025
Three students from Oman College of Management and Technology (OCMT) participated in the prestigious Oman Collegiate Programming Contest (OCPC) 2025, held at University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS-Muscat). The annual competition gathered top university teams across Oman, challenging them to solve complex algorithmic problems under strict time constraints.
OCMT Team:
• Ruqaiya Ahmed Mohammed Al Aamri
• Maryam Ali Saleh Al Manj
• Shuhd Khamis Humaid Al Qari
• Coach: Dr. Ishtiaque Mahmood
Competition Overview & Skills Demonstrated
The contest tested students on advanced programming techniques, algorithm design, and problem-solving strategies in a high-pressure environment. Participants tackled a series of problems requiring:
• Algorithmic Thinking: Designing efficient solutions for computational problems.
• Data Structures Mastery: Utilizing arrays, linked lists, graphs, and trees for optimal problem-solving.
• Time Complexity Optimization: Writing code that performs efficiently within time constraints.
• Debugging and Error Handling: Rapidly identifying and fixing coding errors under pressure.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Coordinating strategies and delegating tasks effectively among team members.
The OCMT students began the day with a practice session, familiarizing themselves with the contest environment. The official competition ran from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, during which they applied their skills to solve multiple challenging tasks. The event concluded with a closing ceremony at 6:30 PM, celebrating participants' efforts and achievements.
Significance & Future Prospects
Participation in OCPC 2025 provided the OCMT students with real-world programming experience, reinforcing their technical expertise and preparing them for future careers in software development, cybersecurity, and data science. The college remains committed to supporting students in competitive programming to enhance their problem-solving abilities, computational thinking, and career readiness in the evolving tech industry.
OCMT Students Showcase Technical Excellence at OCPC 2025