The Deanship of the Center for Educational Qualification and Research (formerly) was established in fulfillment of its national and professional responsibilities, guided by a firm commitment to developing and modernizing the Center into a Center for CECS. This transformation comes in alignment with the National Vision, as well as in embodiment of the University’s vision, mission, and core values, and in activation of its fundamental role in serving society.
The strong conviction and determined support of the State, together with the leadership of the University, have played a pivotal role in endorsing the Center’s strategic direction to address the challenges imposed by ongoing social and political changes on the educational process and on the evolving needs and expectations of individuals and community institutions. This shift has been realized through the introduction of continuing education programs and a wide range of educational, professional, and life-enrichment community services across various fields.
These orientations were translated into concrete action through the dedicated efforts of the task forces formed by a decision of the Dean of the Center on 01/08/2020. Their mandate was to prepare and formulate the Strategy of the Center for CECS. These efforts culminated in the outcomes of the workshop held on 2–3 March 2021, which were subsequently incorporated into the Center’s strategic framework.
We are confident—and fully committed—that the outputs and specialized initiatives of the Center for CECS will make a substantial contribution to achieving the desired balance and integration among the University’s core functions and responsibilities. This will be accomplished by effectively addressing the requirements of comprehensive and sustainable development within both the community and the labor market.
We extend our sincere appreciation and gratitude to the University leadership, all task forces, the distinguished experts from within and beyond the University, the Center’s dedicated staff, and everyone who contributed to the success of this landmark achievement. We pray to Almighty God to grant us continued guidance and success in fulfilling its objectives with excellence and distinction.
Prof. Dr. Akram Etran