Kingdom Vision 2030 Platform
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/departments/the-vision-realization-office/180486
System definition:
In line with the university’s policy of fully interacting with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, and introducing it, its objectives, and the programs that serve it, His Excellency the University President, Dr. Khalid bin Saad Al-Muqrin, issued directives for the university to work on building an interactive system to spread the culture of the vision. Based on this directive, the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 Realization Office at the university, with the grateful support of the General Administration of Administrative and Financial Affairs, and in cooperation with the Project Management Office, the Deanship of Information Technology, the General Administration of Operation and Maintenance, and the General Administration of University Security, built this system and distributed interactive platforms in all university facilities. It is an interactive technical system that works to provide information, news, and media about the programs and initiatives of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, whether carried out by the university or other entities in the Kingdom, and allows everyone to view this by browsing the electronic platforms distributed across the university’s departments, which number 26 platforms, which were taken into account to be in a prominent place in each of the university’s departments so that they are easy to access by university members and non-members.
System components:
The system consists of two parts:
Section One: A general section on all platforms, and it contains the following:
- Saudi Vision 2030 website.
- University Initiatives Department in the Kingdom's Vision 2030.
- Vision video gallery.
- Vision photo gallery.
- Gallery of articles on vision.
- News gallery for the latest developments in the vision.
Section Two: Specific to the entity where the platform is installed, allowing it to highlight its activity in the field of achieving the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, and it contains the following:
- Gallery of videos produced by the organization .
- Photo gallery of the entity .
- Gallery of articles about the region
- Region news gallery .
- This section also allows the entity to add any activities and advertisements it desires, even outside the field of view.
Vision Realization Office Objectives
- Supporting the National Transformation Plan to achieve Vision 2030.
- Working to employ the university’s equipment to develop the components of society.
- Contributing to the university’s role in supporting the national development plan.
- Working to make knowledge available to all seekers easily and conveniently.
- Reaching the largest possible number of learners with the least effort, time and cost.
- Contribute to determining the university’s priorities in accordance with the requirements of the National Transformation Program.
Office tasks
- Proposing development initiatives that contribute to achieving the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 inside and outside the university within its geographical scope.
- Working on implementing the development initiatives related to the vision, in integration with the university’s departments, and in accordance with its strategic vision.
- Monitoring the activities and programs of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 implemented by the university in order to subject them to continuous evaluation according to specific standards with the aim of developing them.
- Documenting successful experiences and best practices in the field of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 in order to benefit from them.
- Developing financial, administrative and regulatory guidelines to facilitate their use in the activities of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
- Building and activating technical systems that help the office manage the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 file, in cooperation with the relevant authorities at the university.
- Any other tasks assigned to the Observatory within its field of expertise.
Management of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 programs
This department is concerned with implementing and following up on the university’s programs related to the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. This department includes two units:
- Vision Initiatives Unit.
- Vision alignment unit.
Approved and implemented initiatives
- The first initiative: Digital Development Initiative:
Initiative description:
The initiative aims to empower and qualify citizens’ human capital to possess technical skills related to the following fields of knowledge: networks and the Internet, information security, technical applications, electronic crimes, electronic transactions, social communication, and technical innovations. This is done through non-traditional methods based on practical training and applied technical simulation.
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- The second initiative: Open Courses Initiative:
Initiative Description:
The university aims through this to adopt the concept of education linked to open source courses, which has emerged in the past few years worldwide as an effective tool for spreading science and knowledge to all segments of society who wish to develop themselves in all areas of interest, in support of formal education and the shift towards lifelong learning.
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Launching the Sustainability Ambassadors Platform in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the auspices of the Ceval Center
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/news/centers-and-institutes/cifal-center/204016
Launching the Sustainability Ambassadors Platform in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the auspices of the Ceval Center
The Ceval Center in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced the launch of its first strategic initiative to create a global platform for sustainability ambassadors. This platform is supervised by the center, and this initiative aims to bring together those interested in sustainability issues from around the world.
Dr. Ayman bin Jameel Al-Barakati, Director of the Sival Center, expressed his happiness at launching this platform, which comes as part of the center’s ongoing efforts to support sustainable development. He extended his sincere thanks to all participants and contributors to the establishment of this platform, most notably the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Sival Center, Prof. Saleh bin Abdullah Al-Mazal.
The platform aims to be a global platform that includes many initiatives and activities related to sustainability, and aims to enhance cooperation and interaction between participants in the field of sustainability.
This initiative reflects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s commitment to promoting sustainable development and the transition to a more environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable future. We hope that the platform will be effective in supporting sustainable development efforts and achieving positive change at the global level.
The University participates in the Higher Education for Sustainability Forum within the High-Level Political Forum
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/news/general/216181
Majmaah University participates in the Higher Education for Sustainability Forum within the High-Level Political ForumMajmaah University participates in the Higher Education for Sustainability Forum within the High-Level Political Forum
Under the follow-up and guidance of His Excellency the President of the University - Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Ceval Center, Prof. Saleh bin Abdullah Al-Muzal - the University participated in the Higher Education for Sustainability Forum (HESI) for the year 2024, which was held as a special event within the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) to follow up and review the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
The event was attended by His Excellency the Permanent Representative of the Kingdom to the United Nations, Ambassador Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Wasil, and high-level representatives from international organizations and governments. The university was represented as a speaker by the Vice-Rector for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research, Professor Dr. Muhammad bin Abdulrahman Al-Shahri.
The event focused on “The Future of Higher Education for Sustainable Development,” and the forum included multi-stakeholder discussions on the intersection of education, innovation, and sustainability, with a focus on the impact of AI and other emerging technologies amid challenges related to stalled progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The event highlighted inspiring initiatives from the UN system, HESI working groups and others, and the forum served as a preparatory platform for future initiatives to be promoted or launched at the Future Summit 2024, where recommendations and strategies from the forum will shape policies and practices, influencing action plans for sustainable development in higher education.
During the forum, the importance of transforming higher education institutions to keep pace with dynamic global changes and an unpredictable future was recognized, while valuing local knowledge and partnerships, exploiting global opportunities for innovation, and promoting sustainable and equitable development around the world. Areas were identified in which higher education institutions can enhance the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals through inclusive emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, while managing related social changes. The membership network was also expanded through the active participation of diverse HESI working groups.
For his part, Professor Dr. Muhammad bin Abdulrahman Al-Shahri stressed the support and guidance of His Excellency the University President - and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Ceval Center - in enhancing the role of the university in such global events, which enhances the university’s position and contributes to achieving sustainable development goals at the local and international levels.
The University achieves first place in the periodic measurement project for job engagement for the year 2023 AD
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/news/general/216176
The university received the Excellence and Leadership Award in the educational institutions category, as it achieved first place in the periodic measurement project for job engagement for the year 2023 AD, which is one of the projects of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 AD related to the third level of the vision’s goals (improving the productivity of government sector employees), and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development honored the university on the occasion of this achievement according to the results of the project and the criterion of sustainable job engagement.
The Director General of Human Resources Department, Mr. Suleiman bin Badr Al-Badr, explained that the university’s achievement of first place comes as a result of joint work and cooperation between the various departments in the university, and in light of the interest and follow-up by the university president, Professor Dr. Saleh bin Abdullah Al-Muzal. He stressed that the university is keen to invest in human competencies and harness their role in achieving the project of periodic measurement of job engagement, and achieving the university’s third strategic plan, extending his thanks to all university employees for their efforts and achieving this accomplishment.
Saudi CIVAL Center Participates in UN Side Event on Role of Higher Education Institutions in Achieving Sustainability
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/news/general/216161
Saudi Arabia’s Cefal Center participates in a UN side event on the role of higher education institutions in achieving sustainability.
The Saudi Center for Civilization participated in the official side event of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research ( UNITAR ) and UNESCO, held under the title: Higher Education Institutions as Vital Partners in Designing and Delivering Sustainable, Resilient and Innovative Solutions, at the High-Level Political Forum ( HLPF ).
The meeting was attended by His Excellency the Permanent Representative of the Kingdom to the United Nations, Ambassador Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Wasil, and discussed how higher education institutions can play a pivotal role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals ( SDGs ) through interdisciplinary learning, knowledge-based and community-oriented actions, and integrating sustainability as a primary goal of education and research.
The event featured a leadership dialogue involving higher education leaders from over 10 countries, where the meeting summarized common positions and suggested ways forward for future policy-making for higher education institutions. Attendees included the Executive Director of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research - UN Assistant Secretary-General - Nikhil Seth, as well as a group of international university presidents such as: Victoria University, Newcastle University, and high-level representatives from UN organizations and the governments of Ireland, Finland, and Croatia.
His Excellency the Vice-Rector for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Al-Shahri, and the Director of the Saudi Cefal Center, Dr. Ayman Al-Barakati, participated as representatives of the university. Dr. Ayman Al-Barakati stressed the interest and support of the Chairman of the Cefal Council - the President of the University - in enhancing the role of the center and participating in such global events, expressing appreciation for His Excellency’s continuous support, adding that this event enhances the role of higher education institutions in achieving sustainable development goals through international cooperation and partnerships, and emphasizes the importance of sustainable education and research directed towards achieving comprehensive and sustainable development.
The University achieves the King Abdulaziz Quality Award in its fourth session in the category of public higher education
The university won the King Abdulaziz Quality Award in its fourth session in the category of government higher education at the bronze level in the category of entities affiliated with ministries. This award aims to achieve institutional excellence in national governmental, private and non-profit institutions, in line with the most important objectives of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which aims to achieve excellence in government services and enhance the role of the non-profit sector in sustainable development. This prompted establishments to express their desire to apply for the award, as it reached more than 300 establishments, an increase of more than 200% over the previous session. Of these, 134 establishments completed the requirements for desk evaluation, while 40 establishments reached the final evaluation stage, and 26 of them won the award. In this regard, His Excellency the University President, Dr. Khalid bin Saad Al-Muqrin, stated that this award is of great importance to us, as it reflects the extent of the university’s quality, and provides realistic indicators and indications of the volume of work, given that the award is keen to govern the evaluation and arbitration processes to ensure neutrality and fairness in the evaluation, as the evaluation stages include individual desk evaluation, then group desk evaluation, in addition to field visits, and then arbitration of the evaluation reports by the arbitration committee to ensure fairness of the evaluation. His Excellency added that this achievement comes as a natural result of the support the university receives from the government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, and his loyal Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman - may God protect them - and the capabilities and equipment provided to it that have effectively contributed to advancing its work and achieving many distinguished achievements at the national and international levels. Perhaps the university’s recent obtaining of institutional academic accreditation after achieving all the standards and requirements, and fulfilling all the quality conditions, contributed greatly to the successive achievements in terms of quality, and we are undoubtedly happy with such These achievements represent a true assessment of the scientific and administrative performance at the university, which is one of the university’s strategic goals that it sought to achieve and succeeded in doing so - thanks be to God - and then through the efforts of the university’s staff, including vice presidents, deans, professors, employees, male and female students. His Excellency considered these achievements to be the result of their work and dedication.
His Excellency the University President receives the institutional accreditation certificate from the Education Evaluation Commission
The university has obtained full institutional accreditation for the next seven years from the National Center for Academic Evaluation and Accreditation. His Excellency the Director of Majmaah University, Dr. Khalid bin Saad Al-Muqrin, received the institutional accreditation certificate from His Highness Prince Faisal bin Abdullah Al-Mishari Al Saud, President of the National Center for Measurement and Evaluation. This came during the 2018 Higher Education Quality Forum, which is organized by the Commission, and through which educational institutions and academic programs that have obtained accreditation certificates are honored. The university had obtained institutional accreditation this year from the National Center for Academic Evaluation and Accreditation. The importance of academic accreditation lies in Majmaah University meeting the required standards and establishing the level of quality and development in the university, which will contribute to raising confidence in its outputs to meet the requirements of the labor market, and is reflected in its reputation and position among students, parents, local and foreign bodies, and relevant parties. Institutional academic accreditation is a means of achieving quality assurance for all university activities and academic, administrative, and technical events .
In a statement by His Excellency the University Director, Dr. Khalid bin Saad Al-Muqrin, His Excellency stated that the university worked on preparing a strategic plan to obtain institutional accreditation, and we achieved it, thanks to God, which will be reflected positively on the university and its outputs after fulfilling all the international conditions required for higher education outputs. This accreditation came after a work plan developed by the university and a number of visits by a team of international experts specialized in the field of quality and academic accreditation from different nationalities with diverse global academic expertise and experiences. The university was evaluated at the institutional level in (11) criteria, and their visit included the university’s colleges, deanships, and various units, during which supporting documents were examined, exceeding five thousand documents in Arabic and English, in addition to a number of field visits to review the university’s infrastructure. A number of interviews were also conducted, including university leaders, deans and vice deans of colleges, heads of departments, faculty members, administrators, models of students and graduates, and a number of employment agencies. They reviewed all procedures, programs, capabilities, and equipment, as the evaluation visits were preceded by a number of visits to ensure The university’s readiness and the completion of its institutional and academic plans and policies, and its administrative procedures, under the supervision and follow-up of the National Authority for Academic Evaluation and Accreditation .
His Excellency added that the university is keen to adhere to institutional work in all its various activities, and this comes in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which represents the transformation of the century in the reality of the life of Saudi society and its various institutions, as this vision depends largely on the quality of performance and outputs. His Excellency the University President concluded his statement by extending his most sincere thanks to the government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, and his loyal Crown Prince and Minister of Defense, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman - may God protect them - for the unlimited support that the education sector in this dear country receives, with follow-up and guidance from the Minister of Education, Dr. Ahmed Al-Issa .
The University participates in the second Arab-European Conference on Higher Education
His Excellency the University President, Dr. Khalid bin Saad Al-Muqrin, is participating in the Second Arab-European Conference on Higher Education, hosted by Princess Sumaya University for Technology in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, with the participation of about 200 presidents of Arab and European universities. The conference, which is organized by the Association of Arab Universities in cooperation with the Association of European Universities and Princess Sumaya University for Technology, aims to enhance dialogue and knowledge exchange between Arab and European universities. The conference activities were organized in its first edition at the University of Barcelona, Spain, while the conference was held in its second session at Princess Sumaya University. His Excellency Dr. Khalid Al-Muqrin stated that the university’s participation in this conference aims to enhance its role at the level of Arab universities and is an opportunity to meet with directors of Arab and European universities. It provides an opportunity to exchange experiences and meet academic and administrative leaders from several countries, and enables the university to learn about new experiences, multiple expertise, modern means and different global capabilities, which encourages the conclusion of joint cooperation agreements with distinguished universities globally to continue the development of the university and provides the opportunity for permanent communication with universities with long-standing expertise, while presenting the university's pioneering experience in the speed of establishment and success in growth and development. His Excellency also met during the conference with His Excellency the Secretary-General of the Association of Arab Universities, Dr. Sultan Abu Orabi, who discussed during the meeting the importance of this conference and its themes and the discussions that took place in it, which will benefit all participants and enhance academic exchange and cooperation in scientific research between Arab and European universities. His Excellency the University President also indicated that the university's participation among these universities is evidence of the high position the university has reached, the equipment it has, the capabilities it has available, the achievements it has made, and the academic and research movement and various scientific and student activities it is witnessing, which were the subject of admiration and discussion by a number of university directors and members of the Association of Arab Universities. His Excellency also expressed his happiness with the good reputation the university has achieved in Saudi and Arab academic circles, through his meeting with a number of officials in Arab universities during his attendance at the conference, and what he heard of their praise for the position the university has reached despite its recent establishment, attributing all of this to the grace of God Almighty, and then to the great and continuous support the university receives from the government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, may God protect him, and with the constant follow-up of His Excellency the Minister of Higher Education and His Excellency the Deputy Minister, and their interest and keenness for Saudi universities to perform their assigned role and expand their activities in a way that serves the citizen and the reputation of the country. His Excellency also expressed his thanks and appreciation to all those who work with him at the university for their efforts and the giving they provide, the fruit of which is successive successes and achievements witnessed by all.
Saudi CIVIL Center Highlights Commitment to Sustainability and Strengthens International Partnerships at Qatar CSR Conference 2024
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/news/centers-and-institutes/cifal-center/214566
In confirmation of its firm commitment to supporting sustainability and achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, Ceval Center participated actively in the second edition of the Qatar Social Responsibility Conference and Exhibition, held from April 30 to May 2, 2024 at the Qatar National Convention Center.
This conference is part of the National Social Responsibility Program and represents an international platform that brings together specialists, industry leaders and academics to promote sustainable development and highlight Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts in this field.
Commenting on the participation, Dr. Ayman bin Jameel Al-Barakati, Director of the Ceval Center, praised the continuous support that the center receives from His Excellency the President of the University, Professor Saleh bin Abdullah Al-Mazal, and the Vice President for Development and Investment, Professor Muslim bin Mohammed Al-Dosari, stressing that the great support that we receive at the center from the university leadership reflects the deep interest in building capacities and enhancing skills in the field of social responsibility and sustainability and achieving the global goals and the 2030 Agenda, which enables the center to participate effectively in international forums such as this conference.
During the conference, the Ceval Center showcased its diverse initiatives and capabilities that aim to integrate economic, social and environmental goals into the work of institutions, reflecting the center’s commitment to sustainable development goals. The conference witnessed a large attendance and showed remarkable interest in the Ceval Center’s pavilion.
On the sidelines of the conference, constructive meetings were held with Dr. Saif bin Ali Al-Hajri, CEO of the Qatar National Social Responsibility Program, and Dr. Bader Al-Ismail, Chairman of the Social Responsibility Committee at Qatar University. During these meetings, ways of cooperation to enhance social responsibility and sustainability practices were discussed.
In addition, meetings were held with representatives of the International Labour Organization, UNESCO Partnerships Departments, and a number of companies and other international organizations to discuss opportunities for cooperation and partnership.
It is worth noting that these meetings are an important step towards expanding the network of international partnerships of the Ceval Center and enhancing its role as a major player in the field of social responsibility and sustainability worldwide.
Expert on the applications of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/centers-and-institutes/social-responsibility-obeservatory/118656
Strategic Partnerships:
MU SIGNS MOU WITH 1ST ARABIA TRADE SHOWS & CONFERENCES
https://www.mu.edu.sa/en/news/general/203571
In the presence of the Vice Rector for Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research, Prof. Ahmed Al-Rumaih, MU, represented by the Saudi Scientific Society for Medical Sensitivity (SSSMS), signed a memorandum of cooperation with the 1st Arabia Trade Shows & Conferences, achieve maximum benefit of both sides in terms of scientific seminars and conferences.
The agreement was by Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Kathiri, Chairman of the Board of Directors of SSSMS, and Mr. Abdullah Al-Awairdi, Adviser for Corporate Communication.
The agreement's terms featured a joint cooperation between the two sides to achieve the goals of the agreement.
Dr. Al-Kathiri, expressed his thanks to MU rector, Prof. Al-Mizil and the Vice-Rector, Prof. Ahmed Al-Rumaih, for their support to sign this agreement which is likely to serve the local community and achieve the Kingdom's vision 2030.
MU SIGNS MOUs FOR TRAINING AND RECRUITING STUDENTS
https://www.mu.edu.sa/en/news/general/203856
The Applied College has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with two companies: El-faleh Sports House Company and Al-Sulaiman Real Estate Company. This MoU aims to exchange practical and academic experiences between the two sides.
Strategic partnerships, agreements, and MoU between educational institutions and various public and private sectors play effective role in supplying the labor market with national competencies and to saudaize a large segment of jobs. It also enhances the role of community partnership and constructive integration among the state institutions, which is a top priority of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 to improve human resources, citizen efficiency, and skills.
The MoU aims to achieve several goals, including providing training and consulting experiences to students to develop their knowledge and skills, qualifying college students in the best specialized institutions, providing job opportunities for graduate students and exchanging diverse experiences with private sectors.
The MoU was signed by Dr. Shadi Al-Shuwaier, the CEO of the Applied College at MU, and Mr. Mohammed Al-Atallah, the director of human resources at El-Faleh Sports House Company Al-Faleh, and Mr. Khaled bin Mutlaq, the director of human resources at Al-Sulaiman Real Estate Company.
https://www.mu.edu.sa/en/news/general/204121
MU signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Authority for Data and Artificial Intelligence (SDAIA) to enhance cooperation between the two sides in the field of data and artificial intelligence and as well as smart and secure digital products.
The MoU was signed by MU rector, Prof. Saleh Al-Mizil, and the Deputy Director of the National Information Center, Dr. Meshari Al-Meshari.
This MoU comes in line with the university's endeavor to enhance cooperation with various government sectors via providing a smart and secure digital environment, and launching many joint initiatives that contribute to the development of human cadres in the field of data and artificial intelligence. This will contribute to having a generation of national competencies capable of building an economy, an act that is likely to make the Kingdom among the developed countries by achieving the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
https://www.mu.edu.sa/en/news/general/203141
Two of MU's departments: Dep. of Electrical Engineering and Dep. of Civil & Environmental Engineering, have obtained the full accreditation certificate for the after fulfilling all the national and international academic requirements and standards for teaching in the program. The accreditation is valid until
Deemed as the highest academic accreditation in the Kingdom, the certificate was granted by the National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation.
This accreditation plays a significant role in enhancing the quality of the educational programs and reflects the university's efforts in developing academic programs that align with the vision of the Kingdom 2030.
MU SIGNS MOU WITH THE EMBASSAY OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA
https://www.mu.edu.sa/en/news/general/202996
Majmaah University (MU) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the embassy of the Republic of Indonesia to offer trainings on how to teach the Indonesian language. The signing ceremony was attended by the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Dr. Abdulaziz Ahmed, and the Educational and Cultural Attaché at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Riyadh, Dr. Badr Al-Saleh. The MoU was signed by MU rector, Prof. Saleh Al-Mizil, and the Ambassador Dr. Abdulaziz Ahmed.
The MoU signed with the embassy of the Republic of Indonesia comes in light of the agreement previously signed by the Minister of Education of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Minister of Education of Indonesia during the historic visit of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to the Republic of Indonesia. The MoU aims to train international Indonesian students at the university to be qualified in teaching the community the Indonesian language. The students will be internationally certified in training by the SEAMEO Regional Language Centre.
Prior the signing, the Ambassador also met with MU rector in his office to discuss several topics related to the MoU.
The Ambassador was escorted in a tour to the university's facilities including the Astronomical Observatory, where he was briefed about the equipment and achievements in moon sighting. The visit also included discussions on joint research projects on astronomy and related religious matters.
At the end of the visit, the Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia attended the university's graduation ceremony for the 14th batch under the patronage of Riyadh Governor Prince Faisal bin Abdulaziz.
It is worth mentioning that this cooperation is the first of its kind between the Indonesian embassy and Saudi universities.
M.Sc. IN NURSING ADMINISTRATION AND LEADERSHIP AND BACHELOR OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
https://www.mu.edu.sa/en/news/general/201456
Majmaah University (MU) obtained a conditional program accreditation (to April 2025) from the Education and Training Evaluation Commission for the following programs: Master of Science in Nursing Administration and Leadership, and Bachelor's program in Mechanical Engineering.
This accreditation proves the excellence and quality of educational programs offered by the university in line with the goals of the Kingdom's vision 2030.
The National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation is one of the centers affiliated with the Education and Training Evaluation Commission which aims to enhance the quality and excellence in higher education institutions and their programs through the processes of evaluation and academic accreditation.
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/news/general/196591
Under the directives of His Excellency the President of the University, Prof. Dr. Saleh bin Abdullah Al-Mizil, and the follow-up of His Excellency the Vice President for Educational Affairs, Prof. Dr. Muhammad bin Saleh Al-Aboudi, and the supervision of His Excellency the Dean of the Applied College, Dr. Shadi bin Abdullah Al-Shuwaier, and in the presence of representatives of Al-Muzaini Real Estate Company, His Excellency the Managing Director of the company, Eng. Ali bin Muhammad Al-Shehri, and His Excellency the Executive Director of Legal Affairs, Mr. Majid bin Abdullah Al-Ali, the Applied College signed a memorandum of cooperation with Hamad and Ahmed Mohammed Al-Muzaini Real Estate Company. This comes in light of cooperation and joint integration and the conclusion of strategic partnerships, agreements and memoranda of understanding between educational institutions represented by the Applied College at the university and various bodies and institutions of the public and private sectors, which is one of the most important axes on which the applied colleges are based, and its positive impact and effective role in providing the labor market with national competencies to meet job needs, and in a way that contributes to the localization of a wide range of jobs, in addition to enhancing the role of community partnership and constructive integration. For the roles between the various state institutions, which is at the top of the priorities of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which aims to improve human resources, the efficiency and skills of the Saudi citizen, and his ability to learn and develop continuously.
The memorandum of cooperation between the university - represented by the Applied College - and Hamad and Ahmed Mohammed Al-Muzaini Real Estate Company, which is one of the largest leading national companies in the field of real estate development, is an embodiment and enhancement of the spirit of partnership and integration between the roles of the institutions of the education sector and the public and private sectors, which crystallizes through the provision of training and employment services for diploma graduates, the exchange of diverse experiences, the establishment of community partnership, and consulting services, which is positively reflected towards raising and enhancing the skills of national human competencies, and strengthening their readiness. To compete in the local, regional and global labor market.
The Applied College was represented in the signature by the Dean of the College, Dr. Shadi bin Abdullah Al-Shuwaier, and Al-Muzaini Real Estate Company was represented by the Executive Director of Legal Affairs, Mr. Majid bin Abdullah Al-Ali.
The University Signs a Cooperation Agreement with CCC by stc
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/news/general/193971
The university signed a cooperation agreement with ccc by stc, where the university was represented in signing this agreement by the Vice President for Educational Affairs, Prof. Dr. Muhammad bin Saleh Al-Aboudi, and on the part of ccc by stc Mr. Turki bin Abdulrahman Al-Gharibi This agreement comes from the university's keenness to qualify its students for the two bachelor's stages, and to embody the principle of joint cooperation between the company and the university, and in order to support and strengthen opportunities for mutual cooperation between the two sides with regard to training programs for male and female students. This is done through the acceptance of some university students by the company for practical training at the two stages of the bachelor's degree, and to discuss the best ways to benefit from the experiences of the two parties, databases and research sources in line with the foundations of research ethics, and cooperation between the two parties to serve the community with the aim of supporting students to enter such disciplines and support the authorities based on this type of education and training, in addition to cooperation between the two parties to provide job opportunities for the employees of the two parties in each of them and facilitate procedures in this regard.
For his part, the Vice President of the University, Prof. Dr. Muslim bin Muhammad Al-Dosari, expressed his thanks and appreciation to CCC by stc, for the cooperation they showed that was the fruit of this joint agreement, asking God Almighty to grant success to the two parties and provide what would serve the community.
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/news/general/193556
His Excellency the Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations in Geneva, Ambassador Dr. Abdulaziz bin Muhammad Al-Wasil, received in his office a delegation of Majmaah University headed by His Excellency the President of the University, Prof. Dr. Saleh bin Abdullah Al-Mizil, and the delegation participating by the university, and during the meeting, they reviewed the university's efforts and areas of cooperation with the United Nations, which reflect the Kingdom's international efforts and interaction with the international community.
During the meeting, Ambassador Dr. Al-Wasil praised the great efforts made by the university, especially with regard to highlighting the Kingdom's efforts and the great strides it has made in implementing the sustainable development goals for 2030.
During the meeting, an agreement was signed to hold training, research and advisory services with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) in Geneva, in order to enhance cooperation in areas of common interest in training, development and research, and to enhance joint work in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
The agreement was signed by the President of Majmaah University, Prof. Saleh bin Abdullah Al-Mizil, and the Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Director of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), Mr. Nikhil Seth, in the presence of His Excellency the Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations in Geneva, Dr. Ambassador Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Wasil, and in the presence of the Vice President of the University, Prof. Dr. Musallam bin Muhammad Al-Dosari, the Advisor to the President of the University, Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Rashoud, and Dr. Ayman Jamil Al-Barakati.
The agreement aims to establish the CEFAL Center in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the center will be represented from its headquarters in the Kingdom by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), and will contribute to the advancement of the United Nations Agenda 2030, and the center will also specialize in supporting sustainable development.
The CEFAL Center in Saudi Arabia joins the twenty-four centers in the CEFAL Global Network, whose mission is to strengthen the capacity of government officials and civil society leaders, enabling them to advance sustainable development.
The network consists of international training centers for bodies and leaders across Asia, Oceania, Africa, Europe, the Americas and the Caribbean, providing innovative learning solutions for individuals, organizations, and institutions to enhance global decision-making and support action at the national level to shape a better future.
The Executive Director of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research, Mr. Seth, explained that the service contract agreement with the university will work to develop joint work to support the implementation of the Institute's strategy, implement various capacity-building activities in the fields of cybersecurity and youth empowerment, and promote joint work to achieve the goals of the United Nations and other activities related to sustainable development, and the development of human capital.
For his part, His Excellency the President of Majmaah University expressed the university's pride in signing this agreement with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research, considering this the culmination of joint work, and an affirmation of Majmaah University's commitment to supporting the United Nations global strategy to achieve its goals for sustainable development 2030, and supporting and building national capacities to play a major and important role in the wheel of development, progress and prosperity experienced by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Highness the Crown Prince His faithful reign, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - may God protect them - .
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The university received a letter of thanks from the Emirate of Riyadh Region, for its implementation of the program of building development initiatives and evaluating their impact in light of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 2030, which was implemented in two periods starting from 18-19/5/2022, and the second period from 23-25/5/2022 AD for the Riyadh Youth Council.
On this occasion, His Excellency the Vice President of the University, Prof. Dr. Muslim bin Muhammad Al-Dosari, stated that this program comes within the framework of the guidance of His Excellency the President of the University, Prof. Dr. Saleh bin Abdullah Al-Mizil, in spreading the university's strategy to promote positive concepts of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 2030 among the various societal components, and it has been implemented for the authorities associated with the Council of the Emirate of Riyadh Region based on the existing partnership between the university and the Emirate, thanking the Emirate of the region for its confidence in the university's programs, and the university team. , and to the Council of the Region for its cooperation, and to the program team for their outstanding efforts.
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Within the framework of the university's initiative to promote positive concepts of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 2030, and in line with the requirements of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, the university, represented by the University Vice-Rectorate, implemented the training program "Expert in the applications of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 2030", which is directed to the leaders of the Ministry of Interior from the agents of the Emirates of the regions for development affairs, governors and general managers of development departments in the emirates and governorates of the Kingdom's regions, at the Ministry of Interior Officers Club in Riyadh, over a period of five days, concluding with a test to determine The level of achievement of participants in this program.
For his part, His Excellency the Vice President of the University, Prof. Dr. Musallam bin Muhammad Al-Dosari, stated that this program comes under the directives of His Excellency the President of the University, Prof. Dr. Saleh bin Abdullah Al-Mizil, and his emphasis on activating qualitative programs that serve the development directions of the state, in order to achieve the requirements of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, pointing out that the interest of the Ministry of Interior and the nomination of advanced leaders in the ministry concerned with development work is an addition to the importance and reliability of this program, and an affirmation of the integrity of the university's vision in this field. The Vice President concluded his statement by thanking the General Administration of Human Resources at the Ministry of Interior for its cooperation with the university in implementing this program, and the Institute of Studies and Consulting Services for its role in managing the implementation of this program, wishing His Excellency success to the program team.
It is worth noting that this program was launched through the University's Social Responsibility Observatory, and with the support of the General Administration of Administrative and Financial Affairs at the university in 2018, through which the university's team was built in the field of global goals, and was praised by the presidents of universities and higher education institutions in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, and it was recommended at the twenty-first meeting of the Committee of University Presidents to emphasize the importance of benefiting from this initiative at the level of universities and higher education institutions in GCC States, and has also received the attention of a number of ministries and various development institutions.
The University Signs a Cooperation Agreement with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Zulfi
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The university, represented by the University Agency for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research, signed a cooperation agreement with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Zulfi, where the university was represented in signing this agreement by the Vice President for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research, Prof. Dr. Ahmed bin Ali Al-Rumaih, and on the part of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Zulfi, His Excellency the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr. Ibrahim bin Atallah Al-Atallah.
This agreement comes out of the university's keenness to activate effective cooperation in order to achieve development and the Kingdom's vision 2030 through cooperation and integration of the Kingdom's institutions in preparing and qualifying human resources, and in light of the university's scientific cadres with a distinguished educational and knowledge level, and from various scientific cultures and schools, and based on the keenness and endeavor of the Zulfi Chamber of Commerce and Industry to support, train and qualify Saudi young men and women for the labor market through the Chamber's training center and exploit the available capabilities.
The agreement aims to enhance joint cooperation between the two parties to achieve integration, and unify efforts with the cooperation and integration of the Kingdom's institutions in preparing and qualifying human resources capable of achieving development and the Kingdom's Vision 2030, and achieving common benefits, through organizing and holding training activities (courses - seminars - workshops) in the organizational, administrative, economic, accounting, financial, and areas needed by society, qualifying young people according to specialization for both parties, and using faculty members to provide their expertise. To some committees and work teams formed in the Chamber, planning training and development programs, preparing economic studies and feasibility studies for investment opportunities and Saudi labor market studies upon request, in addition to providing the opportunity for graduate students to practical application in the Chamber of Commerce according to a letter agreed upon by the two parties on the required number.
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The university, represented by the Center for Employment Services and Alumni Affairs of the University Agency for Educational Affairs, signed cooperation agreements with a number of entities in the private sector, in order to prepare university graduates for the labor market and provide them with job opportunities, during a ceremony held on this occasion in the presence of His Excellency the President of the University, Prof. Saleh bin Abdullah Al-Mizil, and the Vice President for Educational Affairs, Dr. Muhammad bin Saleh Al-Aboudi, and a number of university employees and representatives of the parties participating in these agreements.
The ceremony began with a speech by Dr. Saleh Amilah bin Mayouf - Supervisor of the Employment Services and Alumni Affairs Center - in which he welcomed the attendees, and stated that the Employment and Alumni Affairs Services Center has been seeking, since its inception, to build partnerships with the government and private sectors of the local community affiliated to the university's branches to contribute to training and qualifying graduates for the labor market, explaining that the center, in cooperation with partners, contributed to employing more than 112 graduates, and training more than 40 graduates on on-the-job training programs (Tamheer) in cooperation With Coca-Cola and Sudair Pharma, 3 training programs have also been established, indicating that these partnerships that are signed during this ceremony come to open good horizons of cooperation with partners and contribute to reducing the time to obtain a job and training for graduates, as well as identifying the needs of partners and helping them choose the most appropriate employee for their needs.
He added that the center worked in cooperation with the concerned colleges to provide training courses that qualify for obtaining professional and professional certificates required for the labor market, indicating in this context that the center is working to launch more than twenty qualifying programs to obtain professional certificates in the field of management, finance, accounting, security and safety, information technology, construction quality, and engineering certificates, adding that the center, in line with the directions of His Highness the Crown Prince's program for human capacity development, has launched A number of initiatives, including the initiative (Towards a distinguished career future), which aims to raise the awareness of new and current students of the variables of the labor market, and the need to adopt a CV since the first academic year, in addition to the launch of the Majmaah University Alumni Association and an affiliation card to build a bridge of communication with graduates and the continuous and permanent relationship between graduates and the university.
After that, cooperation agreements were signed with the participating parties, and the university was represented in the signing by the Vice President for Educational Affairs, Prof. Dr. Muhammad bin Saleh Al-Aboudi, where they signed with: Beja Food Industries Company, SAC International Factory for Military Control Systems and Technology, Sayab Plastic Factory, Gulf Integrated Company for Industry, and Shawarmer Innovative Food Company.
The University and Public Security sign a cooperation agreement
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On Sunday, 16/1/1433 AH, a cooperation agreement was signed between the university and the Public Security, where the agreement was signed by His Excellency the Rector of the University, Dr. Khalid bin Saad Al-Muqrin, and on the part of Public Security, His Excellency Major General Saad bin Abdullah Al-Khlaiwi, Assistant Director of Public Security for Training Affairs, where the signing ceremony began with a speech by His Excellency the Vice Dean of Community Service and Continuing Education, Dr. Hamad bin Abdullah Al-Qumaizi, who thanked His Excellency Major General Saad Al-Khlaiwi for his presence and the accompanying delegation, and the leaders Security operating in public security in the governorates that fall within the scope of the university's services, and this was accompanied by a visual presentation about Majmaah University and its training capabilities, and the importance of the agreement, which comes within the framework of the university's provision of its expertise and training services, by providing training programs to develop the performance of public security workers. He thanked His Excellency the President of the University for his continuous follow-up and constant keenness to make the Deanship of Community Service at the university one of the distinguished deanships at the level of Saudi universities. He also thanked His Excellency the Director of Scholarship at Public Security, Colonel Dr. Ali Al-Muhaimeed, and His Excellency the Dean of Community Service and Continuing Education, Dr. Omar bin Musaed Al-Sharifi, who followed the beginning of this agreement until it was achieved on the ground.
Then His Excellency the President of the University, Dr. Khalid bin Saad Al-Muqrin, who welcomed the university's guests, explained that Majmaah University, through the Deanship of Community Service and Continuing Education, opens new and wide horizons of cooperation with all governmental and private sectors, and that it seeks integration and partnership with all sectors to achieve one of the most important goals of the university, which is to provide distinguished services to the community with a positive return, and added that the presence of this elite of public security men to the university to sign this agreement is evidence that the university is moving According to the plans and hopes drawn for them by the rulers, may God protect them, headed by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz and his Crown Prince and Minister of Interior Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz, who pay great attention to universities.
Then His Excellency Major General Saad Al-Khlaiwi, Assistant Director of Public Security, spoke about the importance of partnership with the university as a leading scientific entity in the Kingdom, and thanked all employees of Majmaah University, headed by His Excellency the President of the University, for the good hospitality, and for the great cooperation he found from His Excellency the Dean of Community Service and Continuing Education, Dr. Omar Al-Sharifi, and its Vice President, His Excellency Dr. Hamad bin Abdullah Al-Qumaizi, and praised the sincere desire of the Deanship to sign this agreement, which is in the public interest. The desire of the General Security to obtain training programs to qualify its employees in various fields is fulfilled.
After that, the agreement was signed, which aims to build bridges of cooperation between Majmaah University and Public Security, and the university's provision of high-quality training programs through qualified and experienced trainers for public security employees.
The signing of the agreement was attended by university vice-rectors, deans of colleges and supporting deanships, and a number of security leaders, and in conclusion, His Excellency the Assistant Director of Public Security, his accompanying delegation and security leaders were honored, as well as His Excellency the President of the University, His Excellency the Dean of Community Service and Continuing Education and its two agents.
The University Signs an Agreement with the Saudi Telecom Company
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Within the framework of the university's efforts to integrate with institutions and service sectors in the country, and in an effort to work on creating the infrastructure in various fields of the university, and in line with the directives of His Excellency the President of the University aimed at building a network of integrated services for all university projects by building partnerships with the authorities related to these services, these partnerships are represented in the agreements signed by the university with it, Believing in keeping pace with the tremendous and rapid development in the field of communications and information technology, and the required infrastructure of communications compatible with current and future services, a cooperation agreement was signed between the Saudi Telecom Company (STC) and the university, represented by the University Agency, in order to provide communications services from the fiber optic network as well as mobile services, and His Excellency the Vice President of the University, Dr. Muslim bin Muhammad Al-Dosari, kindly signed the agreement in the university's protocol hall. The telecommunications company was also represented in this signing by the Director General of Indirect Sales, Suad, Eng. Munif bin Darwish, in a simplified ceremony attended by Their Excellencies the University Deans, General Directors and Directors of Departments, and in the presence of a delegation from the telecommunications company represented by the Director of Indirect Sales Department, Eng. Miteb Al-Shammari, as well as the Director of the Central Region, Mr. Nayef Al-Mutairi, and on this occasion, His Excellency the Vice President of the University, Dr. Musallam bin Muhammad Al-Dosari, said: We thank God for signing this agreement, which comes within the framework of the directives of His Excellency the President of the University - may God protect him - calling for the trend towards providing services to all sectors of the university in a specialized manner by assigning the provision of these services to national companies in order to contribute to the process of integrating efforts between the various national institutions in order to achieve comprehensive development, His Excellency also stressed that the university is working continuously in providing various services to its various sectors and in all governorates that fall within the geographical scope His Excellency pointed out that this agreement is the fruit of cooperation efforts between the university and the Saudi Telecom Company, an agreement that we hope will be followed by other agreements in the field of communications and information technology, which is a vital and important field for all sectors of the university and its components, in line with the renaissance witnessed by the university under the continuous directives of His Excellency the President of the University - may God bless him -, In light of the great support witnessed by the university and similar universities of the homeland from the government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, may God support him, and his faithful Crown Prince Mohammed bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - may God protect him - and Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - may God protect him -.
University students receive professional certificates accredited by the e-learning platform "FutureX"
Sunday, 05/May/2024
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Majmaah University students receive professional certificates accredited by the e-learning platform "FutureX"
In cooperation with the National E-Learning Center, university students achieved a new achievement by obtaining more than 1600 professional certificates approved by the National E-Learning Platform "FutureX" during the second semester of the Hijri year 1445 AH.
The National E-Learning Platform "Future X" is one of the initiatives of the National E-Learning Center, to empower the e-learning sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, by providing services and initiatives that achieve integration in the system through local and global partnerships.
The certificates obtained by male and female students from various colleges represent a wide range of professional fields of educational, engineering, medical, administrative, technical, and humanitarian, such as programming, cybersecurity, information security, computer networks, artificial intelligence, business administration, chemistry, therapy, physiotherapy, and nursing, which have been coordinated with the University Agency for Educational Affairs and the university's colleges.
Based on the directives of His Excellency the President of the University, the Deanship of Information Technology and E-Learning was keen to provide more new educational programs and tracks to enhance the educational and professional paths of male and female students on an ongoing basis.
For his part, the Dean of Information Technology and E-Learning, Prof. Dr. Khalid bin Nashi Al-Mudaibari, stated that this achievement reflects the keenness of the university leaders to support the educational process for male and female students, headed by His Excellency the President of the University, Prof. Dr. Saleh bin Abdullah Al-Mizil, who shows interest in developing education and raising the level of male and female students, in addition to the continuous follow-up of all the work and activities of the Deanship from His Excellency the Vice President for Development and Investment, Prof. Dr. Muslim bin Muhammad Al-Dosari.