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Political and Strategic Studies Center (PSSC)

Establishment

The Political and Strategic Studies Center (PSSC) was established by the University Rector’s Decision No. 12 in 2008. However, the activities of the PSSC did not officially commence until December 2011.

Location:

PSSC is located in the Centers Complex Building, on the second floor, south of the Teaching Staff Housing Complex in the New Campus of the University.

Areas of Focus:

(Educational, Research, and Training)

The PSSC contributes to addressing the economic, social, and environmental issues of society by actively fulfilling its role in alignment with the university’s mission and its three goals: teaching, research, and community service. This can be achieved through the continuous engagement of the PSSC’s teaching staff with all aspects of societal dynamics at various levels. By doing so, the PSSC will actively participate in discussing relevant societal issues, providing valuable insights and solutions through diverse research methods, and disseminating scientific expertise to the different segments of society through training and other means.
Moreover, the PSSC will remain updated on the latest developments in its specialized field and contribute additional insights that its researchers identify as having the potential to enrich their area of expertise. Furthermore, the PSSC is expected to play a significant role in supporting the transformation of Sana’a University into an exemplary productive university model.

PSSC Director’s Message

The Republic of Yemen is currently undergoing a significant shift in its development approach, which places a strong emphasis on effectiveness, efficiency, accelerated development, and improved standards for monitoring and implementing development programs. This approach is clearly reflected in the National Vision for Building the Modern Yemeni State 2030, which greatly influences the planning of development institutions in Yemen. Higher education institutions, in particular, are now tasked with the national responsibility of aligning their plans with this developmental approach outlined in the National Vision. The objective is to enhance the outcomes of higher education and elevate them to a global level, with the aim of having five Yemeni universities ranked among the best in the Arab world.

This vision has been translated into the strategic plan of Sana’a University for the period 2022–2026, which has guided the strategic direction of the university’s 28 research centers. The university’s vision and strategic plan have provided a roadmap to address the challenges associated with education that hinder meeting the needs and requirements of development.

The PSSC is embarking on a new chapter of continuous development and modernization. It aims to respond rapidly to environmental changes through a strategic direction. In line with the university’s strategic plan, the PSSC has prepared its vision, mission, values, and strategic aims for the future.

The PSSC’s strategic direction is driven by the following aims:

Contributing to the realization of the national vision for building a modern Yemeni state, particularly in the realm of higher education.
Contributing to addressing the current challenges faced by the university.
Collaborating in achieving the university’s strategic goals.
Fulfilling the aspirations of students seeking to pursue postgraduate studies.

This strategic direction is characterized by its open-door policy, inviting PSSC members to propose new initiatives. These proposals will be carefully evaluated, and those deemed beneficial will be incorporated into the PSSC’s overall strategy. This approach ensures that the PSSC continuously evolves and adapts to meet the needs of future generations, providing students with the support and encouragement they need to unleash their creativity and embody the principles of education, knowledge, and scientific research.

We would like to express our sincere appreciation and gratitude to the leadership of Sana’a University, led by the university rector, as well as the entire academic and administrative staff.

In conclusion, we have gained valuable insights from the experiences of those who have preceded us in developing strategic directions for their institutions, especially research centers. We have also been guided by the best practices at the local, regional, and international levels.

We humbly beseech Allah to shower His blessings upon this strategic direction, bringing prosperity to the university, PSSC, our students, and all those who benefit from the services provided by the PSSC. May Allah guide us to the right path and grant us success.

Dr. Hussein Mohammed Mutahar

PSSC Director

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 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

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

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.

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 Teaching Staff

SN	Name	Position	Academic Degree
1	Dr. Hussein Mohammed Mutahar	PSSC Director	Ph.D.
2	Dr. Saud Mohammed Nasser Al-Shawish	Deputy Director	Ph.D.
3	Assoc. Prof. Ahmed Hussein Moqbel Al-Raidi	Associate Professor	Ph.D.
4	Assoc. Prof. Nasser Ali Al-Badai	Assistant Professor	Ph.D.
5	Dr. Mahyoub Hasan Radman	Assistant Professor	Ph.D.
6	Dr. Ali Mutahar Al-Othribi	Assistant Professor	Ph.D.
7	Dr. Nabeel Mohammed Saleh Al-Obaidi	Assistant Professor	Ph.D.
8	Dr. Khaled Ali Al-Thamari	Assistant Professor	Ph.D.
9	Dr. Abduljaleel Mohammed Hussein Kamil	Assistant Professor	Ph.D.
10	Dr. Hassan Abdullah Ghallab	Assistant Professor	Ph.D.
11	Dr. Abdulkareem Mohammed Da’er	Assistant Professor	Ph.D.
12	Dr. Ahmed Mohammad Al-Batool	Assistant Professor	Ph.D.
13	Dr. Abdullah Thabit Farhan Ali	Assistant Professor	Ph.D.
14	Dr. Abdulkareem Mohammad Al-Nasser	Assistant Professor	Ph.D.
15	Dr. Sami Mohammad Al-Saiyaghi	Assistant Professor	Ph.D.
16	Mr. Mohammed Mohsen Al-Houthi	Instructor
17	Mr. Ibrahim Mohammed Al-Talabi	Instructor

Administrative Staff at the PSSC

SN	Name	Position
1	Khalid Sharaf Al-Hakimi	Secretary-General
2	Amal Saleh Al-Basir	Manager of Academic Affairs Section
3	Abdulkareem Yahya Ismail	Manager of Follow-up Section
4	Nabeel Saleh Al-Odaini	Manager of Administrative Affairs Section
5	Adnan Hilal Al-Afeef	Finance Manager
6	Afrah Mohammed Al-Khayyat	Manager of Postgraduate Studies Section
7	Abduleilah Mohammed Al-Wadhaf	Manager of IT
8	Najat Ahmed Al-Masri	Manager of Electronic Library Section
9	Abdulwahid Ali Al-Jermouzi	Manager of Public Relations Section
10	Naema Mohammed Al-Sanabani	Head of the Library Section
11	Nada Essam Al-Aghbari	Head of Secretariat Section

Course List for the Political and Strategic Studies Center (PSSC)

Degree Diploma

SN	Course Title	Credit Hours	Remarks
1	Introduction to Political Science	3
2	International Relations Theories	3
3	Principles of International Law	3
4	Political Thought	3
5	Research Methods in Political Science	3
6	National Security Theory	3
7	Islamic Economic System	3
8	Political Sociology	3
9	Foreign Policy	3
10	Local Administration	3

Course List for the Political and Strategic Studies Center (PSSC)

Master’s Program

SN	Course Title	Credit Hours	Remarks
1	Political Analysis Methodology	3
2	International and Regional Organizations	3
3	Diplomatic and Consular Organization	3
4	Diplomacy and Art of Negotiation	3
5	International Economic Relations	3
6	Protocol and Conference Management	3
7	Contemporary International Issues	3
8	International Media	3
9	Geopolitics and Political Geography	3
10	Political Communication	3