PhD Degree Awarded to Mr. Fuad Al-Hada in in Business Administration
Mr. Fuad Ahmed Ahmed Al-Hada was awarded a PhD degree for his dissertation titled “The Role of Strategic Orientation in Achieving a Competitive Advantage in Light of the Governance Guide for Yemeni Private Universities in the Capital Secretariat (Sana’a),” which was submitted to Business Administration Center for Graduate Studies – Sana’a University. The PhD dissertation defense was held on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, corresponding to 25 Safar 1447 Hijri.
The PhD Viva-Voce Committee, which was formed based on a resolution issued by the Post-Graduate Studies and Scientific Research Council, consisted of the following members:
- External Examiner and Chair: Ammal Mohammed Al-Mugahed
- Internal Examiner: Prof. Hammoud Abdullah Saleh
- Supervisor: Jamal Derhem Zaid
This dissertation aimed to investigate the role of strategic orientation in achieving a competitive advantage within Yemeni private universities in the capital Secretariat (Sana’a). It employed a quantitative approach using a descriptive-analytical method.
Key findings of the dissertation include:
- A positive and statistically significant role of strategic orientation in achieving a competitive advantage.
- A statistically significant mediating role of governance in the relationship between strategic orientation and competitive advantage.
Based on these findings, the study recommends that Yemeni private universities enhance their competitive advantage by:
- Developing comprehensive training programs for faculty and staff focused on strategic orientation.
- Implementing robust governance frameworks to ensure transparency and accountability.
- Improving communication and cooperation among departments.
The PhD dissertation was examined and recommended by the Viva-Voce Committee for acceptance and approval. The PhD defense was attended by a number of academics, researchers, interested students, the candidate’s colleagues, and family members.
