Faculty of Commerce & Economics
Faculty of Commerce & Economics | SU
Faculty of Commerce & Economics | SU
The Department offers distinguished academic programs in the field of Political Science, covering political theory and thought, international relations, political systems, and public administration.
Achieving excellence and leadership locally and regionally in the field of political science.
To deliver preeminent education at the local and regional levels that endows graduates with rigorous scholarly knowledge and cultivates their research capabilities in the field of Political Science, thereby fulfilling their intellectual aspirations and addressing the broader needs of society.
1. To prepare highly qualified graduates equipped with the requisite knowledge and skills in political systems, international relations, diplomacy, and public administration, tailored to fulfill the demands of society, public institutions, and both governmental and non-governmental international organizations.
2. To contribute to the advancement of both theoretical and empirical political knowledge, leveraging scholarly insights to foster sustainable development and resolve complex societal challenges.
3. To actively serve the community by participating in the cultivation of democratic, civil political engagement, thereby reinforcing the rule of law alongside the fundamental rights and civic duties of citizenship.
4. To foster political development initiatives in a manner that consolidates the core values of national, regional, and Islamic identity and belonging.
5. To continuously update and advance academic programs, curricula, and scientific research methodologies at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, ensuring rigorous compliance with quality assurance and academic accreditation standards.
The discipline of Political Science, encompassing all its sub-fields, is recognized as one of the most pivotal academic domains addressing critical issues of paramount interest to state leadership. This significance is reflected in the University's strategic initiative to establish postgraduate programs across all disciplines, with the Master's program in Political Science and its core specializations emerging as a cornerstone of this vision. Therefore, the Faculty of Commerce and Economics seeks to inaugurate this program to equip students with the scientific and practical competencies required for active political practice, effectively meeting the current and future demands of both domestic and international labor markets. To achieve these objectives, a distinguished academic faculty holding advanced ranks will design comprehensive guiding plans for students, ensuring the rigorous acquisition of scientific knowledge within this specialization. The program places a continuous emphasis on applied research as an essential graduation requirement. Furthermore, it necessitates the ongoing periodic review of contemporary studies in politics, international protocols, and foreign affairs. The program also aims to assimilate global scientific advancements in modern political theories to enhance students' scholarly and practical capabilities. This is actualized through the production of rigorous scientific research, adhering to the general rules and regulations governing publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals, in alignment with the program's overarching policies.
The Program seeks to prepare and qualify graduates possessing advanced theoretical, methodological, and research competencies in the various fields of political science.
1. Prepare highly qualified graduates equipped with advanced knowledge, scientific methodologies, and research skills in political science and public administration.
2. Graduate specialists capable of understanding recent trends in local, Arab, regional, and international political issues.
3. Promote advanced education that reinforces national values and Yemen's affiliation with Arab, Islamic, and human civilization.
4. Prepare qualified personnel capable of managing public institutions, civil society organizations, research centers, and governmental and non-governmental international organizations.
5. Develop students' effective communication skills and foster their spirit of participation, enabling them to work in all academic and professional careers.
1- The minimum curricular requirement for the award of the Executive Master of Political Science degree comprises thirty (30) credit hours of instructional coursework, supplemented by six (6) credit hours dedicated to the execution and defense of an independent scientific Master's Thesis.
2- The minimum passing grade for each of the program's courses is 65 marks.
3- The student must successfully pass the required coursework with a minimum grade of 'Good' (at least 75%).
4- Completion of the thesis.
The discipline of Political Science, across all its sub-fields, is considered one of the most critical academic domains addressing paramount issues of significant interest to state leadership. This significance is reflected in the University's strategic direction to inaugurate postgraduate programs across all disciplines. The Master's program in Political Science – Public Administration Track represents one of these pivotal specializations. It aligns with the University's vision due to the critical importance of this field amidst ongoing global and domestic transformations. These shifts amplify the need for highly qualified administrative cadres capable of efficiently and effectively managing and leading public state institutions, while providing evidence-based solutions to the overarching challenges of public administration. Accordingly, the Faculty of Commerce and Economics has established this program to equip students with the scientific and practical competencies germane to public administration, thereby fulfilling the current and future demands of both domestic and international labor markets. This is particularly pertinent as public administration is no longer confined to traditional bureaucratic procedures; rather, it has evolved into a dynamic science and practice inextricably interwoven with the multifaceted principles of good governance and modern management methodologies. To achieve these objectives, the program is supported by highly qualified academic staff with advanced academic ranks who develop academic guidance plans to enable students to acquire specialized knowledge and competencies in public administration. The program places continuous emphasis on applied research as an essential component of graduation requirements, while ensuring regular review and updating of contemporary studies in the field of public administration and incorporating global scientific developments in modern theories and practices. Through conducting peer-reviewed research in accordance with established academic standards and publication guidelines, the program aims to enhance students’ scientific and professional capabilities and contribute to the advancement of public administration knowledge and practice.
The Program seeks to prepare and qualify graduates possessing advanced theoretical, methodological, and research competencies in the various fields of political science.
1. Prepare highly qualified graduates equipped with advanced knowledge, scientific methodologies, and research skills in political science and public administration.
2. Graduate specialists capable of understanding recent trends and theories in public administration.
3. Promote advanced education that reinforces national values and Yemen's affiliation with Arab, Islamic, and human civilization.
4. Prepare qualified personnel capable of managing public institutions, civil society organizations, research centers, and governmental and non-governmental international organizations.
5. Develop students' effective communication skills and foster their spirit of participation, enabling them to work in all academic and professional careers.
6. Develop students' capabilities in the areas of planning, organizing, and controlling within state institutions.
7. Empower students with scientific research tools to find solutions to administrative problems.
1- The number of hours required for graduation is 30 hours, of which 30 hours are for coursework, and two semesters for the thesis.
2- The minimum passing grade for each of the program's courses is 65 marks.
3- The student must successfully pass the required coursework with a minimum grade of 'Good' (at least 75%). If the student achieves a lower grade, they will be granted a Higher Diploma, and their enrollment in the program will be terminated.
4- Completion of the thesis.
The Faculty of Commerce and Economics aims to launch this program to equip students with the theoretical and practical skills required for engagement in the political sphere and for meeting current and future needs. To achieve these objectives, a highly qualified teaching staff with advanced academic ranks will develop comprehensive study plans guiding students toward acquiring specialized and scientific knowledge within this program and across its four branches: Political Thought and Theory, International Relations, Political Systems, and Public Administration. A key focus will be placed on applied research as an integral component of graduation requirements. Furthermore, the program will incorporate continuous monitoring and periodic review of contemporary studies in the field of political science to incorporate the latest scientific developments in modern political theories and to enhance students' theoretical and practical capabilities.
The PhD program in political science and its diverse tracks seek to prepare well-qualified professionals with specialized scholarly and research expertise, ensuring quality and proficiency to meet the needs of public institutions in the realm of political science at both local and international levels.
1. Equip enrolled research scholars with multifaceted political knowledge and skills, enhancing their capacity to navigate complex practical scenarios and adapt to environmental shifts.
2. Strengthen research scholars' abilities to bridge theoretical paradigms with practical realities, establishing frameworks for institutional capacity building and contemporary political practices.
3. Enhance the research scholars' competencies in leveraging modern scientific research methodologies and applying them within the spheres of domestic and international politics.
4. Adopt high-quality, distinctive pedagogical approaches that keep pace with the latest advancements.
5. Enhance the analytical, creative, and critical thinking abilities of the participants in the program.
1- Total Years Required for Graduation: 2-4 years.
2- The minimum requirement for approving the PhD Dissertation Defense is two years from the date of the department council's approval of the PhD proposal, with a maximum of four years and a possible one-year extension for mitigating circumstances.
3- Completion and publication of two research papers (extracted from the dissertation) in peer-reviewed journals. Preferably, one paper should be published within Sana'a University's journals and the other in a Scopus-indexed journal.
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