Policy- and Lawmakers Outreach and Education 

ASU Delivered a Lecture to the Secretariat of the House of Representatives

As a part of the Community Engagement Office (CE Office) Initiatives at Applied Science University (ASU), Dr Saeed Hameed AlDulaimi, Assistant Professor in Department of Business Administration in College of Administrative Sciences delivered a Lecture titled “Coordination, Follow- Up and Secretarial Skills” on Wednesday, 5 December 2018. The audience was the staff of the Secretariat of the House of Representatives and some students.

As a part of the CE Office Activities at ASU, Dr Baha Eldin Makkawi, Head of Department of Political Science in College of Administrative Sciences gave a Lecture at Bahrain Institute for Political Development entitled “Preparation of Parliamentary Research and Studies.” The Lecture dealt with a number of significant topics such as the definition of parliamentary research, its terms and tools, using the scientific method in the preparation of parliamentary research.

The Lecture was held on 24 June 2019 and attended by a number of employees of Shura Council, Council of Representatives, and Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs.

As part of Community Engagement Office at Applied Science University initiatives; on Sunday, 17 February 2019, Community Engagement Office in cooperation with College of Law and Department of Political Science organised a visit to Shura Council in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Applied Science University visiting delegation included a number of Academic and Administrative Staff and Students. The visiting delegation attended a part of the weekly council session. A brief lecture was given to them explaining the origins and mechanisms of legislative work and the legislative relationship between the Shura and the House of Representatives, and how the proposals of laws and projects shall be subject to the laws and the legislative mechanism for discussion. In addition, a visit was made to the Council Library and Session Management to learn about the mechanism for preparing session moderators.

On the next Day, Dr Mohammad Alaa Al-Hamami, Manager of Community Engagement Office, accompanied by a delegation from Applied Science University visited the Shura Council and met with HE Councilor Osama Ahmed Al Asfour, the Secretary General of Shura Council, Dr Fawzia Yousef Al-Jeeb, the Assistant Secretary-General for Relations, Media and Research Affairs, and the committee chairperson, and Dr. Ali Hasan Al Tawalbah, the Acting Head of Legal Advisors Committee, to express the university’s appreciation for the warm welcome and generous hosting of ASU delegation.

As part of Community Engagement Office at Applied Science University initiatives; on Tuesday, 19 February 2019, Community Engagement Office in cooperation with College of Law and Department of Political Science organised a visit to Council of Representatives in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Applied Science University visiting delegation included a number of Academic and Administrative Staff and Students. The visiting delegation was briefed about the progress of parliamentary life in the Parliament as part of a programme to spread the parliamentary culture of the youth and youth categories, which is carried out by the General Secretariat of the House of Representatives. ASU delegation also toured the departments of the General Secretariat of the Council for a closer look at the mechanism of dealing with the various decisions and legislations submitted by the deputies.

The delegation attended the tenth ordinary session of the Council of Representatives. The delegation was also given a series of valuable cultural and parliamentary publications 

On 25 September 2018, the Community Engagement Office at Applied Science University presented by Dr Mohammad Alaa Al-Hamami, Manager of Community Engagement Office and Mr Thaer Mustafa AlRamini member of CE Office and Student Care visited the Directorate of Non-Government

Organizations Support at Ministry of Labour and Social Development and meet Mrs Najwa Abdullatif Janahi Director of the Directorate of Non- Government Organizations Support, Mr Salman Mohmed AlSindi General Coordinator of Volunteering Development Center at the Directorate of Non-Government Organizations Support, and Mr Hussain AbdulQader Janahi Supervisor of Volunteering Development Center. During the meeting, Community Engagement Office and Directorate of Non-Government Organizations Support at Ministry of Labour and Social Development discussed the opportunities of cooperation between them.

On Saturday, 6 October 2018, the Community Engagement Office at Applied Science University received a delegation from the Directorate of Non-Government Organizations Support at Ministry of Labour and Social Development, included Mrs Najwa Abdullatif Janahi Director of the Directorate of Non-Government Organizations, and a number of Directorate staff.

During the visit, Prof Ghassan Aouad, President of Applied Science University, welcomed the visiting delegation, praising the role played by the Directorate of Non-Government Organizations Support. For her side, Mrs Najwa commended the efforts of the University in the various fields, including supporting civil society institutions and the community.

During the visit, a coordination meeting was held between the visiting delegation and a Group of Academic Staff of the University to discuss ways of cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

The visiting delegation was briefed on the University’s infrastructure, which included Abdullah Nass Hall, laboratories and classrooms, sports hall, and training and continuous learning centre.

On Tuesday, 22 January 2019, CE Office at Applied Science University presented by Dr Mohammad Alaa Al-Hamami, Manager of Community Engagement Office and Mr Thaer Mustafa AlRamini, Member of Community Engagement Office and Student Care visited Information and eGovernment Authority.

During the visit, a coordination meeting held between the two sides to discuss methods of cooperation.

On Thursday, 28 March 2019, Prof Ghassan Aouad, President of Applied Science University received Mrs Fatima AlAli Specialist of strategic planning and projects management in the Capital Governorate. A coordination meeting was held in the President Office with the presence of Dr Mohammad Alaa Al- Hamami Manager of Community Engagement Office to discuss methods of cooperation between ASU and the Capital Governorate.


As a part of Community Engagement Office initiatives and in coordination with the Political Science Department, Applied Science University visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

During the visit, a presentation was made on the structure and mechanism of some departments in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by Mr Mohammed Salmin, Advisor to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Mrs Mona Abbas Mahmoud Radhi, Director of the Afro- Asian Affairs Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Also, the methods of cooperation have been discussed.

Dr Ammar Al-Samarrai and Dr Nadia Al-Sharidah participated in the International Conference (Zakat and Comprehensive Development - Towards Activating the Civilised Role of the Zakat Law in the Reality of Contemporary Societies), which was held under the patronage of His Excellency Shaikh Khalid bin Ali Al Khalifa, Minister of Justice and Islamic Affairs.

Professor Waheeb Al Khaja, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, participated in the educational seminar held for the officers studying at the Royal Command, Staff and National Defence College under the Title “Educational Policy in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Fourth Isa Award for Service to Humanity was celebrated under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, upon the invitation of HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of Board of Trustees of Isa Award for Service to Humanity. The ceremony was held on November 12th, 2019 at Isa Cultural Centre, and attended by ASU Academic Staff and Students.

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa patronised, in the presence of HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister, the ceremony of Isa Award for Service to Humanity 2018/ 2019, to present the Award to “EDHI Foundation” in Pakistan in the field of Human Services.


On February 16th, 2020, Applied Science University won the 2nd Place in the Capital Governorate Volunteering Pass Award for its contribution and continuous support for Community Engagement Activities and Initiatives related to the Project “Capital Governorate Document for Voluntary Work”.

During the ceremony that was held in Gulf Hotel, Applied Science University presented by Professor Ghassan Aouad, the University President, was awarded by HE Shaikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, the Capital Governor, for winning the 2nd Place.

The ceremony attended by a delegation from ASU included Dr Faiza Zitouni acting Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs and Development, and Dr Ramzi Nekhili, Dean of College of Administrative Sciences.

The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the University, Prof Waheeb Al Khaja, affirmed that the University values with great appreciation and pride (The Good in Us) initiative launched by HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Affairs and Youth Affairs, National Security Adviser, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Foundation for Humanitarian Action, related to supporting efforts in fighting the COVID-19, indicating that this initiative is not strange to His Highness, who has a long history in charitable and humanitarian work. The Chairman of the Board of Trustees stated during a phone call through the open programme that was shown on Bahrain TV and was dedicated about the (The Good in Us) initiative gives traders, companies and all individuals and institutions in the Kingdom of Bahrain a great opportunity to contribute and participate in supporting national efforts to fight the COVID-19, Stressing that the duty towards the homeland requires everyone to provide everything possible to serve this country and its wise leadership to end this epidemic that is sweeping the world.

As a part of Community Engagement Office at Applied Science University initiatives, on February 6th, 2020, a delegation from ASU represented by Dr Mohammad Alaa Al-Hamami, Manager of Community Engagement Office, Dr Ali Mosa AlDada, Acting Head of Department of Political Science, Dr Ahlam Ibrahim Al-Ithawi, Assistant Professor in Department of Business Administration, and Mrs Ghada Nayer Ihsan, Lecturer in Department of Public Law; visited the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives.

The means of cooperation were discussed within the Memorandum of Understanding that signed between the two parties.

Dr Marwan Abdeldayem, Associate Professor in Department of Business Administration at the College of Administrative Sciences, delivered an online lecture titled “Management of Procurement and Tender” on October 8th, 2020, to the employee of the Secretary General of the House of Representatives within the framework of cooperation between the University and the Secretary General of the House of Representatives, the Parliamentary Studies and Training Centre, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecturer provided adequate data about the definition of the purchasing function, the significance of the purchasing function, the purchasing objectives, and the quality of purchases. He also clarified the types of procurement, purchase cost, sources of data, sources and policies of supply, and comparison between sources of supply, in addition to the methods of evaluating the sources of supply, government procurement procedures, and analysis and bids evaluation.

Dr Ayman Hammouri, Assistant Professor in Department of Public Law at the College of Law, delivered an online lecture titled “Principles of Administrative Investigation” on October 13th, 2020, to the employees of the Secretary General of the House of Representatives within the framework of cooperation between the University and the Secretary General of the House of Representatives, the Centre for Parliamentary Studies and Training, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecturer clarified that the public job represents a mandate for those in charge before they are entitled to it. Therefore, the purpose of doing it is to manage the public utility regularly and steadily, serving individuals and satisfying their needs. Consequently, the employee shall commit to a set of job duties, relevant laws and regulations, legitimate orders, and instructions based on the relationship between the public employee and his management, which has been settled by legal jurisprudence as an organisational relationship governed by legal rules in the country. Thus, the employee must adhere to these legal rules as an inevitable result of this relationship. Otherwise, he will be subject to disciplinary sanctions by the competent authority.

The lecturer highlighted the significance of the investigation by showing administrative violations and revealing the facts as part of a set of procedures carried out by the competent investigative authority and thus the ruling, either acquittal or conviction, per the guarantees that constitutions and functional legislation have worked to create. The lecture dealt with the following topics: the definition of the public employee, the public employee’s duties, the meaning of the administrative investigation and its elements, the significance of the administrative investigation for the administration and the employee, referral to the investigation, investigation guarantees, and disciplinary sanctions.

Dr Mohammad Alkhamaiseh, Assistant Professor in Department of Private Law at the College of Law, delivered an online lecture titled “Analysis and Interpretation of Legal Texts” on October 15th, 2020, to the employees of the Secretary General of the House of Representatives within the framework of cooperation between the University and the Secretary General of the House of Representatives, the Parliamentary Studies and Training Centre, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecturer discussed that the judge’s role is to apply interpreted legal rules to judicial disputes to apply those rules properly. The interpretation is either a legislative interpretation undertaken by the legislator or a jurisprudent taken over by legal jurisprudence when conducting legal research and studies or a judicial interpretation, which the judge undertakes while applying the laws to the pending disputes.

The legal texts analysis deconstructs the legal text into the elements and then identifies its components. The interpretation and analysis of legal texts are significant for those working in the law, such as University professors, judges, lawyers, and law students, or for people performing a specific legal act. The lecture was divided into two main themes, the first is the interpretation of legal texts, and the second is the analysis of legal texts.

Dr Atheelah Alazawi, Assistant Professor in Department of Business Administration at the College of Administrative Sciences, delivered an online lecture titled “The Art of Decision-Making and Solving Administrative Problems” on October 21th, 2020, to the employees of the Secretary General of the House of Representatives within the framework of cooperation between the University and the Secretary General of the House of Representatives, the Parliamentary Studies and Training Centre, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecture highlighted the quantitative methods in analysing administrative and economic problems and searching for optimal solutions as a step towards substituting scientific logic and reaching an objective decision. The quantitative method in decision-making depends on using mathematical and statistical methods, operations research and computer techniques, away from intuition and personal guesswork. The quantitative approach is a logical framework for analysing complex decision-making problems and reaching a better decision.

The lecture addressed various topics, including the administrative decision-making concept, its stages, data, and types. The lecturer also clarified the role of the manager, data, and quantitative in decision-making methods and the role of decision theory applications and break-even analysis in the decision-making procedure.

Dr Ammar Alsammarraee, Assistant Professor in Department of Accounting and Finance at the College of Administrative Sciences, delivered an online lecture titled “Developing Accounting and Financial Performance” on October 25th, 2020, to the employees of the Secretary General of the House of Representatives within the framework of cooperation between the University and the Secretary General of the House of Representatives, the Parliamentary Studies and Training Centre, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

Dr Murad Altarawneh, Assistant Professor in Department of Private Law at the College of Law, delivered an online lecture titled “Writing Legal Memos” on October 26th, 2020, to the employees of the Secretary General of the Council of Representatives within the framework of cooperation between the University and the Secretary General of the Council of Representatives, the Parliamentary Studies and Training Centre, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecturer suggested following a scientific approach when writing legal memoranda or a topic. If the legal person lacks the preparation approach of his legal memorandum, his explanations will sound chaotic.

The scientific method in drafting legal memoranda is a technical methodological method for transferring knowledge to others; it differs from ordinary thinking. It depends on a specific approach to examining the subject matter and the relationship between the facts and evidence, reference, and records. It also depends on interpretation and analysis, objectives, and logical conclusions.

The lecture addressed various topics, including preparing legal regulations (the list of cases and portfolio documents), the legal responses to the regulations, the pleadings close, and the jurisdiction.

Prof Ghaith Al Khassawneh, Acting Head of the Legal Clinic Unit and Associate Professor at the College of Law, delivered an online lecture titled “Legal Research Work” on November 1st, 2020, to the employees of the Secretary General of the Council of Representatives within the framework of cooperation between the University and the Secretary General of the Council of Representatives, the Parliamentary Studies and Training Centre, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecturer clarified that preparing legal research is necessary for professors, judges, lawyers, consultants, students and other practitioners. He also mentioned that writing research enriches the researcher’s linguistic talent of legal methodological thinking, showing the advantages and disadvantages of legal texts. Legal research provides libraries with research related to all law branches.

The lecture addressed choosing a research topic, collecting sources and references, and legal writing.

Dr Ali Aldada, Head of the Political Science Department at the College of Administrative Sciences, delivered an online lecture titled “Tools for Political and Social Analysis” on November 5th, 2020, to the employees of the Secretary General of the Council of Representatives within the framework of cooperation between the University and the Secretary General of the Council of Representatives, the Parliamentary Studies and Training Centre, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecturer clarified that analysis is an old concept, which subsequently underwent many developments, as the analysis relied basically in the past on asking questions and trying to find answers to identify the reasons behind the occurrence of a phenomenon. However, the rapid events prompted the development of analysis tools in various fields. The lecture highlighted the political and social fields, analysed cases and the study manner of the relationship between the fragments, and their impact has been identified.

The lecture addressed various topics, including nature analysis, its methodology, origins, necessity and significance, and the benefits of political and social analysis, their methods, and tools.

Dr Iyad Al Sartawi, Head of the Accounting and Finance Department at the College of Administrative Sciences, delivered an online lecture titled “Final Accounts and Financial Analysis” on November 9th, 2020, to the employees of the Secretary General of the Council of Representatives within the framework of cooperation between the University and the Secretary General of the Council of Representatives, the Parliamentary Studies and Training Centre, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecturer presented an idea of preparing accounts, final accounts and financial statements for government projects, and various topics that included preparing accounting settlements according to the accrual basis, preparing financial and performance reports, and reading and analysing financial statements and final accounts.

Dr Mohammad Alaa Al-Hamami, Associate Professor in Department of Management Information Systems at the College of Administrative Sciences and Manager of Community Engagement Office, delivered an online lecture titled “The Optimal Use of Social Media Platforms” on November 18, 2020, to the employees of the Secretary General of the Council of Representatives within the framework of cooperation between the University and the Secretary General of the Council of Representatives, the Parliamentary Studies and Training Centre, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecturer shed light on the significance of the various social media platforms and how to create accounts and use them correctly and optimally to achieve the various goals and objectives. The lecturer also clarified the ethics of social media, the risks of social media, and how to manage those risks.

The lecture also addressed a number of topics, including facts about social media, social media platforms and their types, the stages (life cycle) of a social media account, the ethics of social communication, the danger of social media, safety tips for social networking, and tips on how to protect yourself against cybercrime.

Dr Khairi Omar, Head of Department of Business Administration at the College of Administrative Sciences, delivered an online lecture titled “Time Management and Prioritisation” to the employees of the Secretary General of the Council of Representatives on Sunday, November 22 2020, within the framework of cooperation between the University and the Secretary General of the Council of Representatives, the Parliamentary Studies and Training Centre, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecturer highlighted time management, whether at work or on their own time. Some individuals can work continuously for long hours without achieving satisfactory results and vice versa. It depends on time management and prioritisation, effective time management, prioritisation and goal-setting. This lecture is designed to provide participants with the essential techniques and skills to identify the significant factors contributing to performance improvement and increasing productivity based on the latest practical, scientific and psychological research on this topic.

The lecture addressed various topics, including managing time, prioritising and linking time to your short and long-term goals, utilising the planning and scheduling techniques, using the 4 Ds for effective workflow, and setting smart goals. The lecture also included how to stop wasting time and procrastination, manage your environment, manage the flow of emails and phone calls, align priorities with expectations, and learn the art of effective delegation.

The Shura Council, represented by Councilor Osama Ahmed Al Asfour, the Secretary-General of Shura Council, and Applied Science University, represented by Prof Ghassan Fouad Aouad, President of the University, signed a Memorandum of Understanding on December 29th, 2020. The MOU aims to organise and hold training programmes and workshops for employees of the Secretary-General of Shura Council, along with providing Advisory Engagements and achieving mutual scientific collaboration and knowledge between the two parties.

The signing was attended by Dr Mohammad Youssif Ahmed, Vice President of Administration, Finance and Community Engagement, Mrs Ruqayya Mohsen, Director of Marketing and Public Relations, Mr Abdullah Al Khaja, Director of Administrative and Financial Affairs, and Dr Mohammad Al Hammami, Office Manager of Community Engagement

Dr Ahmed Almuhamadi, Assistant Professor in Department of Business Administration at the College of Administrative Sciences, delivered an online lecture titled “Methods of Scientific Research” on February 25, 2021, to the employees of the Secretary General of Shura Council within the framework of cooperation between the University and the Secretary-General of Shura Council, the Training Committee in the Directorate of Human Resources & Finance of the Council, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

A number of topics were discussed during the lecture, including the concept of scientific research, its types and methods, the research problem, the dimensions of the research, its significance, objectives and questions, previous studies and the formulation of opportunities, research design and methodologies, data collection, classification and analysis in various ways, and writing reports (conclusions and recommendations).

Prof Murad Altarawneh, Assistant Professor in Department of Private Law at the College of Law, delivered an online lecture titled “Writing Legal Memos” on February 25th, 2021, to the employees of the Secretary-General of Shura Council within the framework of cooperation between the Applied Science University and the Secretary General of Shura Council, the Training Committee in the Directorate of Human Resources & Finance of the Council, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

A number of topics were discussed during the lecture, including the basic points that must be available before drafting memos, writing a list of claims, writing a list of notices, data lists, urgent requests, and the close of pleading.

Dr Hooreya Aldleeb, Assistant Professor in Department of Business Administration at the College of Administrative Sciences, delivered an online lecture titled “Social Intelligence” on March 1st, 2021, to employees of the Secretary-General of Shura Council within the framework of cooperation between Applied Science University and the Secretary-General of Shura Council, the Training Committee in the Directorate of Human Resources & Finance of the Council, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecture addressed various topics, including the intelligence concept and its different types, social intelligence concept, its significance, dimensions, skills, theories, measurements, and characteristics of an intelligent person.

Dr Ramzi Hilat, Head of Department of Public Law at the College of Law, delivered an online lecture titled “Fundamentals of Administrative Investigation” on March 4th, 2021, to the employees of the Secretary-General of Shura Council within the framework of cooperation between Applied Science University and the Secretary- General of Shura Council, the Training Committee in the Directorate of Human Resources & Finance of the Council, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

A number of topics were discussed during the lecture, including the meaning of the administrative investigation, the significance of the administrative investigation, the competent authority to refer the employee to the investigation, administrative investigation procedures, administrative investigation standards, and the offending employee procedures, and how to get the offence dismissed or dropped.

Dr Adel Alsamman, Assistant Professor in Department of Business Administration at the College of Administrative Sciences, delivered an online lecture titled “Human Resources Development” to the Employees of the Secretary-General of Shura Council on March 9, 2021, within the framework of cooperation between Applied Science University and the Secretary-General of Shura Council, the Training Committee in the Directorate of Human Resources & Finance of the Council, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecture addressed various topics, including an introduction to human resource development, its meaning, definition, development, factors behind its rise of development, purpose, activities, and challenges, and a summary of training and development.

Dr Abdulkareem Alalwan, Head of Department of Private Law at the College of Law, delivered an online lecture titled “Ordinary judiciary and Expedited Judiciary” on March 11, 2021, to employees of the Secretary-General of Shura Council within the framework of cooperation between Applied Science University and the Secretary-General of Shura Council, the Training Committee in the Directorate of Human Resources & Finance of the Council, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

A number of topics were clarified during the lecture, including the competent enforcement authority in the Kingdom of Bahrain, types of executive bonds, ordinary judiciary, expedited judiciary, and expedited judiciary by the court order.

Dr Ali Almasadeh, Manager of Graduate Studies at the College of Law, delivered an online lecture titled “Implementation Issues in Criminal Judgments and Orders” on March 18th, 2021, to the employees of the Secretary-General of Shura Council within the framework of cooperation between Applied Science University and the Secretary-General of Shura Council, the Training Committee in the Directorate of Human Resources & Finance of the Council, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecture addressed various topics, including the nature of the implementation issues in criminal judgments and orders, the types of implementation issues, and reasons, and the jurisdiction to consider, raise and judge those issues.

Dr Mohammed Alaghbari, Assistant Professor in Department of Business Administration at the College of Administrative Sciences, delivered an online lecture titled “Six Sigma” on March 18th, 2021, to the employees of the Secretary- General of Shura Council within the framework of cooperation between Applied Science University and the Secretary-General of Shura Council, the Training Committee in the Directorate of Human Resources & Finance of the Council, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

A number of topics were discussed during the lecture, including the concept of quality systems, the Six Sigma quality method, Six Sigma statistics, Six Sigma strategy, Six Sigma tools and methods, Six Sigma application methodology, and Six Sigma applications in administrative work.

Ms Ghada Ihsan, Lecturer in Department of Public Law at the College of Law, delivered an online lecture titled “Public International Law” on March 25th, 2021, to the employees of the Secretary-General of Shura Council within the framework of cooperation between Applied Science University and the Secretary-General of Shura Council, the Training Committee in the Directorate of Human Resources & Finance of the Council, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

A number of topics were clarified during the lecture, including the individuals in public international law and the sources of international law: “Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice.”

Dr Ahlam Al-Ethawi, Assistant Professor in Department of Business Administration at the College of Administrative Sciences, delivered an online lecture titled “Procurement and Tenders Management” on April 1, 2021, to the employees of the Secretary-General of Shura Council within the framework of cooperation between Applied Science University and the Secretary-General of Shura Council, the Training Committee in the Directorate of Human Resources & Finance of the Council, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office.

The lecture addressed various topics, including purchasing meaning and its significance, the principles and processes of purchasing, the nature of the purchases, the main stages in the procurement cycle (including the selection and evaluation of suppliers), tender meaning and its significance to purchasing, bidding methods for procurement and supplies, the bidding stages, some common mistakes made by buyers, and some essential tips.

Dr Mohammad Alaa Al-Hamami, Associate Professor in Department of Management Information Systems at the College of Administrative Sciences and Manager of Community Engagement Office, delivered an online lecture titled “The Optimal Use of Social Media Platforms” on April 15th, 2021, to the employees of the Secretary-General of Shura Council within the framework of cooperation between the Applied Science University and the Secretary-General of Shura Council, the Training Committee in the Directorate of Human Resources & Finance of the Council, in collaboration with the ASU Community Engagement Office.

A number of topics were discussed during the lecture, including facts about social media, social media platforms and their types, the life cycle of a social media account, the ethics of social communication, the danger of social media, safety tips for social networking, and tips to protect yourself against cybercrime.

The University was honoured by the Governor of the Capital Governorate, HE Sheikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, on the occasion of winning second place in the educational sector, as one of the cooperating institutions with the Governorate in implementing its volunteer programmes during the year 2020, according to the six categories included in the Capital Governorate’s Volunteering Charter.

Dr Nadya Alshareeda, Assistant Professor in Department of Accounting and Finance at the College of Administrative Sciences, delivered an online lecture titled “The Most Effective Habits Every Distance Learning Student Should Follow” on July 14th, 2021, which was organised by the Royal Academy of Police in collaboration with the Training, Development and Continuing Education Centre and ASU Community Engagement Office, to the students participating in the 12th Summer Camp of the Royal Academy of Police (13-17 years old).

Dr Nadya enlightened during the lecture on the steps to achieve excellence, the seven habits of highly distinguished people, the significance of setting and achieving ambitious goals, the advantages of distance learning, and ways to improve academic performance and overcome learning difficulties.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in collaboration with the ASU Community Engagement Office, delivered a Zoom Training Course entitled “Modern Curriculum in Writing and Dividing Research Papers and Reports”, on 24th and 25th October, 2021, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Dr Mahmoud Khalifa, Associate Professor in Department of Political Science, and Dr Abedalrahim Alarqan, Assistant Professor in Department of Political Science.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in collaboration with the ASU Community Engagement Office, delivered a Zoom Training Course entitled “ Modern Techniques of Preparing Daily and Weekly Political, Social and Financial Bulletins”, on 26th and 27th October, 2021, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Dr Khalil Ibrahim, Associate Professor in Department of Political Science, and Dr Osama Zain El Abdin, Associate Professor in Department of Political Science.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in collaboration with the ASU Community Engagement Office, delivered a Zoom Training Course entitled “Methods of Reduction and Design of Political, Financial and Social Infographics”, on 28th October, 2021, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Dr Mahmoud Morad, Associate Professor in Department of Design & Arts.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in collaboration with the ASU Community Engagement Office, delivered a Zoom Training Course entitled “Analysis of Developments in Political and Financial Events”, on 2nd and 3rd November, 2021, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Dr Khaled Al-Mhasneh, Assistant Professor in Department of Political Science, and Dr Rashed Ahmed, Assistant Professor in Department of Political Science.

Within the framework of cooperation between the ASU Community Engagement Office and the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies in the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives honoured Dr Mohammad Al-Hamami, Manager of Community Engagement Office and Associate Professor in Department of Management Information Systems, and a number of ASU Academic Staff on 12th March, 2022, in appreciation of providing significant lectures and specialised training courses for the Council staff and employees, which comes in conjunction with the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the University and the General Secretariat.

Mr Yahya Al-Mulla, General Assistant Secretary for Committees Affairs, Sessions and Parliamentary Support, and Mr Hossam Al Deen Jaber Salem, Director of the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, presented certificates of appreciation to the Manager of Community Engagement Office and ASU Academic Saff for their significant lectures and workshops which contributed to enriching and achieving the mutual benefit for the Parliament’s staff and employees. Her Excellency President of Bahrain’s Council of Representatives, His Excellency the General Secretariat of the Council, and the Secretariat’s employees, also extended sincere gratitude to the ASU Educational and Administrative Management.

On 6th April, 2022, Applied Science University was honoured by HE Mr Hassan Abdullah Al Madani, Deputy Governor of the Capital Governorate, for its participation in the Capital Governorate’s document for volunteer work in its third edition, where 30 entities and individuals were honoured for their volunteering in the governorate’s programmes during the year 2021, according to the six categories included in the Capital Governorate’s document for volunteer work. The honour was received by the representative of the University, Dr Mohammad Al- Hamami, Manager of Community Engagement Office and Associate Professor in Department of Management Information Systems.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in collaboration with the ASU Community Engagement Office delivered a Training Course entitled “Strategic Planning”, on 15th May, 2022, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Dr Radwan Kharabsheh, Associate Professor in Department of Business Administration.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the University delivered a Training Course entitled “Methods and Strategies for Designing Work and Modern Organisational Structures”, on 16th May, 2022, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Dr Ahmed Al-Muhamadi, Assistant Professor in Department of Business Administration.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in collaboration with the ASU Community Engagement Office, delivered a Training Course entitled “Dynamics of Groups and Work Teams”, on 19th May, 2022, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Dr Khairi Mohamed, Head of Department of Business Administration.

 ASU Delivers the Training Course “Successful Administrative Communication, its Types and Obstacles” for the Employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in cooperation with the ASU Community Engagement Office, delivered a Training Course entitled “Successful Administrative Communication, its Types and Obstacles”, on 22nd May, 2022, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Dr Adel Alzyoud, Assistant Professor in Department of Business Administration.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in collaboration with the ASU Community Engagement Office delivered a Training Course entitled “How to be a Successful Auditor and Financial Controller”, on 24th May, 2022, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Dr Ammar Alsammarraee, Assistant Professor in Department of Accounting and Finance.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Shura Council, the Department of Parliamentary Performance Development in the Human and Financial Resources Directorate of the Council, in collaboration with the ASU Community Engagement Office, delivered a Lecture entitled “Time Management and Prioritisation”, on 24th May, 2022 to Employees of the General Secretariat of the Shura Council. The Lecture was presented by Dr Khairi Mohamed, Head of Department of Business Administration.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in collaboration with the ASU Community Engagement Office, delivered A Training Course entitled “Administrative Creativity, its Levels, Obstacles, and Methods for its Development and Growth”, on 26th May, 2022, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Dr Saeed Al Dulaimi, Acting Assistant Dean of Research and Graduate Studies.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in collaboration with the ASU Community Engagement Office presented a Training Course entitled “Building Quality Systems According to the Requirements of ISO 9001: 2015”, on 29th May, 2022, for the Employees of Secretariat General of Council of Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Mr Salem Alateyyat, Assistant Director of Quality Assurance and Accreditation Centre.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office, delivered a Training Course entitled “Preparing Financial Analyses and Budgets”, on 31st May, 2022, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Dr Nadya Al Shareeda, Assistant Professor in Department of Accounting and Finance.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office, delivered a Training Course entitled “Administrative Empowerment”, on 2nd June, 2022, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Training Course was presented by Dr Mohammad Alghbari, Head of the Quality and Accreditation Unit for Academic Affairs.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Centre of Parliamentary Training and Studies, in collaboration with ASU Community Engagement Office, delivered a Lecture entitled “Fundamentals of Administrative Investigation”, on 9th June, 2022, for the Employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Lecture was presented by Dr Ramzi Helat, Head of Department of Public Law.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Shura Council, the Department of Parliamentary Performance Development in the Human and Financial Resources Directorate of the Council, in collaboration with the ASU Community Engagement Office, delivered a Lecture entitled “Processing Big Data in Scientific Research: A Case Study of Public Opinion Polls”, on 21st and 22nd June 2022, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Shura Council. The Lecture was presented by Dr Rashed Ahmed, Assistant Professor in Department of Political Science.

As part of the Applied Science University’s initiatives for community engagement and service, the Directorate of Holy Quran Affairs at the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments and the Community Service Office at Applied Science University organized a lecture titled “Media content selection skills”, presented by Professor Murad Abdalah AlJanabi, Academic Staff in Department of Public Law, on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at 4:00 PM, in Abdullah Nass Hall, to the Holy Quran activities and Programmes Coordinators in the Holy Quran teaching centers.

As part of the Applied Science University’s initiatives for community engagement and service, the Directorate of Holy Quran Affairs at the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments and the Community Service Office at Applied Science University organized a lecture titled “Innovation Management”, presented by Ms. Manal Al-Matrouk, on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at 12:00 noon, via the Microsoft Teams program, to the Holy Quran activities and Programmes  Coordinators in the Holy Quran teaching centers.

As part of the university's initiatives for community engagement and service, the Community Engagement Office, in cooperation with the General Directorate of Investigation and Criminal Evidence, organized a Lecture on drug damage, presented by Major Hamad Rashed Al-Muhaiza, Head of the Criminal Information Division in the General Directorate of Investigation and Criminal Evidence on 30th November, 2022.

During his visit to the Information and e-Government Authority, Dr. Muhammad Yousef Ahmed, Vice President of the Applied Science University for Administration, Finance and Community Engagement, met with Dr. Zakaria Al-Khaja, Executive Vice President for Electronic Transformation in the Information and e-Government Authority, where the two parties discussed ways to enhance joint cooperation and exchange experiences, which will reflect positively on the students and graduates of the university.

The meeting was attended by Dr. Mohammad Alaa Al-Hamami, Manager of the Community Engagement Office at Applied Science University, Mr. Muhammad Azzam, Office Manger of the Vice President for Administration, Finance ,and Community Engagement. Dr. Munira Al-Fadil, Director of the Human and Financial Resources Department, Ms. Lulwa Sami, Director of the Communication and Marketing Department, and Mr. Muhammad Al-Kooheji, Senior Human Resources Specialist form the Information and e-Government Authority attended the meeting as well.

On 9th April, 2023, Dr. Mohamed Yousef Ahmed, Vice President of the Applied Science University for Administration, Finance, and Community Engagement, discussed ways to enhance joint cooperation between the university and the House of Representatives, on the sidelines of his visit, accompanied by a delegation from the university, to the General Secretariat of the House of Representatives, where he met Mr. Fouad Ahmed Al-Ansari, Director of the Parliamentary Studies and Training Directorate in the Secretariat . The visit aimed to consolidate bilateral relations and exchange experiences, which will reflect positively on the university's students and graduates.

The meeting was attended by Dr. Mohammad Alaa Al-Hamami, Manager of the Community Engagement Office at Applied Science University, and Mr. Muhammad Azzam, Office Manager of the Vice President for Administration, Finance, and Community Engagement, and from the General Secretariat of the Parliament, Ms. Rabab Abdel Wahed Al-Aradi, Head of the Parliamentary Training Department.

The university delegation was received during its visit by the university graduate, Ms. Sheikha Al-Zayed, a parliamentary training specialist at the General Secretariat of the House of Representatives.

A delegation from Applied Science University headed by Dr. Mohamed Youssef Ahmed, Vice President for Administration, Finance, and Community Engagement, accompanied by Dr. Mohamed Alaa Al-Hamami, Manager of the Community Service Office, and Mr. Mohamed Azzam, Office Managerof the Vice President for Administration, Finance, and Community Engagement, visited the General Secretariat of the Shura Council, where they met Her Excellency Mrs. Karima Muhammad Al Abbasi, Secretary General of the Shura Council.

The two parties held a coordination meeting in the presence of Dr. Ali Hassan Al-Tawalbeh, Vice Chairman of the Board of Legal Advisors and Chairman of the Committee for Activating Agreements in the Council, Mr. Mohamed Adel Jamil, Director of Human Resources and Information, Mr. Youssef Marhoon, Director of Public Relations and Communication, and Ms. Faten Ali Al-Aali, Head of Research and Studies Department, to discuss ways to enhance cooperation. The joint venture, which comes as a culmination of the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the two parties.

As part of the Applied Science University's initiatives for community engagement and service, the university hosted a lecture in its classrooms entitled "Preparing Budgets and Conducting Financial Analyzes", organized by the Directorate of Holy Quran Affairs at the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments and the Community Service Office at Applied Science University on Tuesday, the 13th of May 2023. The lecture to the Holy Quran Programme Coordinators (men) was presented by Dr. Ammar Al-Sammarraee, Associate Professor in the Accounting and Finance Department and Director of the Master's Program in Accounting and Finance.

As part of the Applied Science University's initiatives for community engagement and service, the university hosted a lecture in its classrooms entitled "Preparing Budgets and Conducting Financial Analyzes", organized by the Directorate of Holy Quran Affairs at the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments and the Community Service Office at Applied Science University on Tuesday, the 13th of May 2023.

The lecture to the Holy Quran Programme Coordinators (women) was presented by Dr. Nadya Al Shareeda, Assistant Professor in the Accounting and Finance Department.

A delegation from Applied Science University headed by Dr. Mohamed Youssef Ahmed, Vice President for Administration, Finance, and Community Engagement, accompanied by Dr. Mohammad Alaa Al-Hamami, Manager of the Community Engagement Office, and Mr. Mohamed Azzam,  Office Manager of the Vice President for Administration, Finance, and Community Engagement, visited the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, and met H. E. Judge Issa bin Sami Al-Mannai the Undersecretary for Justice and Islamic Affairs at the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments. The two parties held a coordination meeting in the presence of Mr. Ahmed Saleh Bushlef, Head of Quranic Activities and Programmes at the Directorate of Holy Quran Affairs, to enhance joint cooperation between the two parties.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Parliamentary Studies and Training Directorate in the House of Representatives, and the ASU Community Engagement Office, organised a Training Course entitled “Artificial intelligence: modern transformations and applications in society”, on 8th June, 2023, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Lecture was presented by Dr. Ahmad Shatat, Head of Management Information Systems Department via Zoom platform.

Within the framework of cooperation between the University and the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives, the Parliamentary Studies and Training Directorate in the House of Representatives, and the ASU Community Engagement Office, organised a Training Course entitled “Recent trends in the use of artificial intelligence applications”, on 12th June, 2023, for the employees of the General Secretariat of the Council of Representatives. The Lecture was presented by Dr. Abdallah Shatat, Head of Management Information Systems Department via Zoom platform.

As part of the Applied Science University's initiatives for community engagement and service, the university hosted in its laboratories a training lecture entitled "How to use the Excel program to prepare activities and businesses", organized by the Directorate of Holy Quran Affairs at the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments and the Community Service Office at Applied Science University.

The training lecture was presented by Dr. Ahmed Saleh Shatat, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Management Information Systems at the College of Administrative Sciences, on Tuesday, the 13th of June 2023, to the Holy Quran Programme Coordinators (men) in the Holy Quran teaching centers.

As part of the Applied Science University's initiatives for community engagement and service, the university hosted in its laboratories a training lecture entitled "How to use the Excel program to prepare activities and businesses", organized by the Directorate of Holy Quran Affairs at the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments and the Community Engagement Office at Applied Science University.

The training lecture was presented by Dr. Ahmed Saleh Shatat, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Management Information Systems at the College of Administrative Sciences, on Tuesday, the 19th of June 2023, to the Holy Quran Programme Coordinators (women) in the Holy Quran teaching centers.