Political and Strategic Studies Center (PSSC)

Sana'a University

About the Center for Political and Strategic Studies at Sana’a University

The Political and Strategic Studies Center at Sana’a University was established by a decision from the university president (Decision No. 112) in 2008, but its actual activities did not commence until December 2011. The center is located on the first floor of the centers building, northwest of the university presidency.

Center’s Tasks:

The center’s activities encompass several key areas, focusing on:
  • Education: Providing specialized educational programs related to political and strategic studies.
  • Research: Conducting studies and research aimed at understanding national, regional, and international issues.
  • Training: Offering training courses and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge in political and strategic fields.

Contribution to Community Issues:

The center seeks to engage with political issues and their associated economic, social, and environmental circumstances by activating its role in line with the university’s goals in academic education, rigorous scientific research, and community service. Faculty members at the center consider the various aspects of societal movements, enhancing its active presence in discussing political and diplomatic issues, and providing insights and solutions through diverse research methods.
Additionally, the center contributes to delivering practical expertise to beneficiary groups in the community through qualification and training, while continuously monitoring developments in its field.

Vision

Aspiring to become a national leader in education, scientific research, and community service, and to be among the best regional centers.

Mission

The PSSC aims to contribute to political and diplomatic development efforts by creating a high-quality higher education environment and offering distinguished research services. This is achieved through fostering a fruitful national partnership built on principles of transparency, professionalism, and creativity.

Goals

The center aims to:

1- Excel in providing specialized academic and professional programs in diplomacy and international relations that adhere to quality standards and academic accreditation.

2- Encourage enrollment in applied diplomacy and international relations programs.

3- Foster scientific research skills in diplomatic disciplines and various scholarly contributions.

4- Promote a culture of diplomacy and its application in diplomatic and consular missions and international organizations.

5- Provide society with qualified professionals in diplomacy and international relations.

6- Foster international relations and cooperation from a diplomatic perspective at the regional and international levels.

Values

The PSSC’s core values are an essential element of its prevailing culture, and their adoption represents a crucial pillar and foundation of the PSSC’s journey. These values govern the behavior and overall performance of all employees, departments, and organizational units. The more these values are deeply ingrained and adhered to, the more the individual, collective, and institutional performance in the PSSC will elevate. This progress occurs within the framework of implementing the goals and strategies outlined in the university’s strategic plan, programs, and initiatives.

PSSC’s Organizational Structure

University Rector

Chairman

Vice-Rector for the Centers Affairs

Member

PSSC Director

Member

PSSC Deputy Director

Member

Heads of Departments

Member

Three Elected Teaching Staff Members

Members

PSSC Research Units

  • Strategic and Future Studies Unit.

  • Public Policy Analysis Unit.

  • Regional Integration Studies Unit.

  • Diplomatic Studies Unit.

  • Parliamentary Studies Unit.

  • Transformation and Integration Studies Unit.

  • External Resource Mobilization and Management Studies Unit.

  • Election Consultation and Political Communication Agenda Building Unit.

  • Crisis Monitoring and Management Research Unit.

  • Basic Surveys and Public Opinion Measurement Unit.

  • Transparency and Good Governance Research Unit.

  • Virtual Modeling and Experimentation Unit.

  • Information and Decision-Making Unit.

  • Academic Accreditation and Quality Assurance Unit.

PSSC Academic Departments

  • Department of Political Thought

  • Department of Political Systems

  • Department of International Relations

  • Department of Public Administration

  • Department of International Law

  • Department of Political Economy

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Political and Strategic Studies Center (PSSC)

The Political and Strategic Studies Center at Sana'a University was established in 2008 and began its actual activities in December 2011. It is located in the centers building, northwest of the university presidency. The center focuses on academic education, scientific research, and training, and actively engages with political and diplomatic issues. Additionally, the center aims to enhance the university's role as a productive institution by providing insights and solutions for political and strategic challenges.